Beaver Bowl
Alpine Meadows
About this zone
Beaver Bowl is a classic Alpine Meadows hike-to zone that delivers real payoff without going full sufferfest. Accessed from the Summit chair via the Wolverine ridge, it opens into a broad alpine bowl with a mix of sustained steeps and more forgiving entrances. The terrain fans out in multiple directions, offering everything from fall-line shots to slightly mellower lines depending on where you drop. Up high it skis big and open, then transitions into a flatter bench before rolling over again into more relaxed terrain that funnels toward Three Sisters and eventually Kangaroo.
Best When
This zone shines when the upper mountain is skiing well and visibility is decent, since the appeal is choosing your line from the ridge and committing to a long, flowing descent. Predominantly east-facing with some northeast, north, and southeast aspects, Beaver Bowl can hold good snow after storms and soften nicely with early sun without going manky too fast. It’s a solid choice when you want a high-quality hike that’s popular enough to feel reasonable, but still far enough out to reward the effort with space and variety.
Watch Out For
While the hike is straightforward by Alpine standards, it’s still a commitment and the bowl’s scale can make conditions feel more serious than they look from the ridge. Snow quality can vary a lot across aspects, and the sustained pitch up high leaves little room to bail once you’ve dropped in. Flat sections can kill speed if you choose the wrong line, and everything drains toward Kangaroo, so make sure you’re comfortable with the exit and not racing daylight or legs at the end of the day.
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