California · Tahoma
Ludlow Hut
Operated by Sierra Club
Elevation
7,500 ft
Sleeps
15
Approach
5.2 mi
Approach time
3.5 hr
Difficulty
Strenuous
Activities
Ski, Hike
Season
Year-round
Ski quality
❄❄❄ 3/5 Solid alpine · glades
Raw price
$30 to $50 pp/night or whole hut, est (verify Hipcamp)
Per person per night
$40
Booking difficulty
High
Book ahead
3 months
Cell service
No
Water source
Snowmelt
Data verified 2026-04-22
Notes
Near Lost Corner Mountain on Tahoe's west shore. Winter access is a 5.2-mile ski from Rubicon/McKinney trailhead; drive-in summer. Classic west-shore Sierra Club backcountry shelter. Wood stove, kitchen.
Avalanche forecast
Sierra Avalanche Center
Read the forecast →Our read of the relevant forecast center. Check the bulletin before every winter tour. ATES-style terrain calls on this site are opinions, not formal assessments.
Location
Hut
39.0500, -120.2000
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Booking opens on the operator's own site.