FIND YOUR FREEDOM: A KIRKWOOD WINTER ITINERARY
Leave the ordinary behind for a true Sierra mountain escape defined by deep snow, legendary terrain and a welcoming alpine community. This Kirkwood ski trip itinerary takes you from approachable Timber Creek runs to the mountain’s iconic steeps, with slopeside lodging, relaxed dining and big-mountain experiences along the way.
Where to Stay
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Where to Eat
KEEP THE DAY MOVING
Grab coffee and a breakfast sandwich at the General Store before heading out. At lunch, choose an easy sit-down break at Wall Bar or ski to Sunrise Grill on the backside for a quick meal that keeps you close to the next lap.
APRÈS, KIRKWOOD STYLE
Meet your crew at K-Bar for a drink with a view in the heart of the Village. Then walk across the street to The Cornice for handcrafted pizza—and arrive early to take advantage of après happy hour.
What to Do
GO BIG AT THE WOOD
Start easy at Timber Creek, progress through the long intermediate terrain on the backside, or step into Kirkwood's steeps from Cornice Express. Experienced skiers and riders can take on the double-black terrain beneath The Wall and discover why this mountain's reputation runs deep.
LEVEL UP YOUR ADVENTURE
Build skills with Expedition:Kirkwood, California's big-mountain education center offering camps, clinics and backcountry-focused programs. For a different rhythm, head to the Cross Country Center for Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and fat-tire biking through the alpine valley.
