Playgrounds: Squaw Valley

Squaw Valley holds special lore in the snowsports community. Its name simply means something different to those who annually flock to the Sierra Nevada to ride its slopes. For some, it’s legacy. For others, it’s progression. The resort was home to the 1960 Olympics, making it one of just three resorts in the U.S. to ever host the Olympic Games. Before the Games, Squaw was a humble ski hill boasting only one lift and lodge. Now, the Olympic venue lives on an international stage, drawing crowds from all over