Alpenglow Expeditions

Alpenglow Expeditions Lake Tahoe Mountain Guides with a full menu of rock climbing, backcountry skiing, avalanche
(1)

Guide company leading climbing and ski trips worldwide, ranging from introductory trekking; beginner to advanced/expert climbing; and backcountry skiing!

Alpenglow Expeditions is growing!For over two decades, we’ve worked hard to create the best mountain adventures on the p...
09/02/2026

Alpenglow Expeditions is growing!

For over two decades, we’ve worked hard to create the best mountain adventures on the planet, from backcountry laps in the Sierra to rapid-ascent expeditions on the highest peaks on Earth. Now, we’re bringing on two new leaders to help us keep delivering the Alpenglow experience to our team members around the world.

Sierra Operations Manager: This person is the engine behind everything we do at home. From winter backcountry to spring ascents on Shasta, summer rock, and the Tahoe Via Ferrata, this role owns program growth, guide deployment, and partnerships across our home mountains. California is home to some of the best mountain sports on the planet. If you’re excited to help people go play outside in the Sierra, this is the coolest way to do that at scale.

International Operations Manager: This person will be the operational backbone of our international program. They’ll own program design, guide standards, and our international operator relationships around the world. Their job will be making sure every expedition, from acclimatization to the summit, runs at the level our clients and guides expect. If you’re an IFMGA/AMGA guide, or have deep experience managing expedition operations, this could be a perfect role for you.

The JD’s for both positions are in the link in our bio. We’d love to have you on the team!

09/02/2026

Can ignorance = bliss in the mountains? Maybe so, if the price of knowing means envisioning yourself rocketing off a cliff on the north side of Mt. Whitney.

Last week we sat down with Cody Townsend and Tommy Caldwell, who pioneered the first ski traverse of Norman's 13 this past spring.

This is what last week looked like for some Alpenglow team members. Look familiar?The team explored the best skiing Cerr...
08/31/2026

This is what last week looked like for some Alpenglow team members. Look familiar?

The team explored the best skiing Cerro Castillo has to offer.

On a regular trip, poor conditions like rain and high winds might bring a ski day to a complete stop. But with guides that are experts in Patagonia’s terrain, the team was able to go to the areas with the best conditions and get in some beautiful turns, even when the weather wasn’t cooperating elsewhere. The flexible itinerary of these expeditions means more time skiing and less time waiting for the weather to change.

When they weren’t IN the mountains, they were admiring the mountains, experiencing the incredible beauty that Patagonia is known for.

The skiing is amazing, the vistas are unmatched, but what people tell us again and again is that the community built on these expeditions is one of the very best parts. Shared meals are one of the best places that community building happens.

If you’ve been thinking about heading to Patagonia with us, this is your sign! Find out when we're next running this trip on our website: https://alpenglowexpeditions.com/expedition/patagonia-backcountry-ski-expedition

08/26/2026

Why you need experience on the Ecuador Ring of Fire ski expedition:

You’ll ski steep, technical terrain up to 45°, with conditions that can change dramatically.

You’ll travel across glaciers, using ropes and crampons to navigate crevasses and exposed terrain.

You’ll spend long days at high altitude, including 7–11 hour summit days on Cayambe and up to 10–14 hours on Chimborazo.

Finally, you’ll need to ski confidently in variable conditions.

If you’re an advanced backcountry skier ready to progress into ski mountaineering, we’re running this trip in late November 2026 and we only have a few spots left!

Comment or DM us for more info.

08/26/2026

This week, we're joined by mountain legends Tommy Caldwell and Cody Townsend to unpack their monumental traverse of Norman's 13, spanning all of California's 14ers on skis.

Listen to the newest episode to hear about Cody's self-described worst day in the mountains.

Did you know that members of Movement gyms get discounts on expeditions?!The strength you build in the gym can take you ...
08/25/2026

Did you know that members of Movement gyms get discounts on expeditions?!

The strength you build in the gym can take you to some pretty incredible places. To help you get outside, Alpenglow Expeditions offers a $260 discount for international expeditions exclusive to Movement members.

When you’re ready, the Ecuador Climbing School expedition is the perfect launchpad into alpinism and big mountains. Build essential skills, meet your new climbing crew, and get after it on some of Ecuador's most iconic terrain.

Check out your member perks with Alpenglow Expeditions on our website: https://alpenglowexpeditions.com/movement

08/24/2026

Summit day on Orizaba starts at 2 a.m.

Much of the day looks like this: slow, deliberate steps and breath over glaciated terrain before finally gaining the summit at 18,491’.

But the potential to summit 2 dormant volcanoes is just one piece of what makes our Volcanoes of Mexico expedition unique. The route moves through the remote, authentic highlands where these volcanoes rise, and splits time between comfortable lodges and nights at high camp. Rest and altitude, balanced, so climbers arrive at summit day ready. It’s a side of Mexico most travelers never see, and an expedition you can join without prior technical experience.

We run this expedition every year over the December holidays, so it takes even less time off to to go on a potentially life-changing adventure.

Take a look: https://alpenglowexpeditions.com/expedition/volcanoes-of-mexico

Aconcagua, seen from the air.Taking time away from family and work for an expedition isn't easy, so we use helicopters t...
08/21/2026

Aconcagua, seen from the air.

Taking time away from family and work for an expedition isn't easy, so we use helicopters to get the most out of our time on the mountain and away from home.

Flying from Penitentes to base camp cuts out days of trekking and leaves our team members with more energy to put toward climbing. The lift down at the end of the trip is also one of the most beautiful helicopter rides in the world.

If you're interested in what it actually feels like to climb Aconcagua with us, the Aconcagua Mini Series highlights more details from the expedition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rF65rLVvR-A&list=PLs0xyRE9hsnAZOCsrQ5Z-oHQSfszI6UPd

08/21/2026

Reflecting on the 2008 K2 disaster and the downside of relying wholly on fixed ropes.

On our latest episode, we're talking about the use of fixed lines in high-altitude mountaineering. While they've drastically increased overall safety for climbers, they also introduce the possibility of dire scenarios when relied upon entirely.

**Note: Adrian mistakenly refers to the year as 2010 and the death of nine climbers; the accident to which he is referring occurred in 2008, and killed eleven climbers while seriously injuring three others.

08/19/2026

The best parts of our Japan Backcountry Ski trip, directly from a guide.

Comfortable, unique, and completely unforgettable. Skiing the world’s best powder then steaming hot springs. Next available January 2027.

Questions about Japan? Send us a message.

Address

1985 Olympic Valley Road
Olympic Valley, CA
96146

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Alpenglow Expeditions posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Alpenglow Expeditions:

Shortcuts

Share

Category