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California Ski Guides

California’s Backcountry
Ski & Splitboard Guides

Avalanche Education, Ski & Riding Descents & Tours

Mt Shasta Ski Descent

Mt Shasta Ski / Ride Descent

Skiing from the top of Mount Shasta has been described as the “Finest Ski Descent in California” and listed as one of the “50 Classic Backcountry Ski Descents in North America”.   It offers the advanced to expert alpine skier a descent of over 7,000 vertical ft. from the summit

Bear Valley Snowboarding

Bear Valley & Mt Shasta
Guided Backcountry 1/2 & Full Day

Bear Valley & Mount Shasta California Backcountry Ski Tours for Skiers & Riders – 1/2 Day* and Full Day Backcountry Tours.  Explore the backcountry with a local expert and experience the untracked snow and great runs. Offered weekend and holiday and on request. * bear valley only.

Avalanche Education 2025

A3 Avalanche Education

Level 1, Level 2, Rescue, Pro 1, Refresher

Mt Shasta, CA / Bear Valley, CA / Diamond Lake, OR / Mt Charleston, NV

American Avalanche Association (A3) Recognized Provider of  Level 1, Level 2, and Avalanche Rescue Clinics Taught by A3 Professional Instructors with 35 years of experience in Avalanche Education.  Certified by the American Avalanche Association

California Ski Guides

California's Backcountry Ski and Splitboard Guides

California Ski Guides, established in 2013 and formalized as a sister company under our parent company, Sierra Wilderness Seminars, Inc., Established in 1981 is one of California’s oldest and most experienced ski guide services. Drawing on decades of knowledge from SWS Mountain Guides,  and our sister companies California Ski Guides  and California Rock Guide we offer unmatched expertise across the state’s mountain ranges and a relentless passion for finding exceptional snow.

Explore a full range of guided experiences — day trips, multi-day Ski Expeditions, Backcountry ski and splitboard instruction, and custom outings in both the Sierra Nevada & Cascades — supported by experienced guides, comprehensive protocols, and client-tested itineraries. Our photo galleries and testimonials reflect years of successful trips and unforgettable mountain experiences.

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