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Ostrander Ski Hut

Operated by Yosemite Conservancy

Ostrander Ski Hut backcountry hut photo
Elevation
8,500 ft
Sleeps
25
Approach
10 mi
Approach time
6.5 hr
Difficulty
Strenuous
Activities
Ski
Season
Winter only
Ski quality
❄❄❄❄ 4/5 Excellent alpine · glades
Raw price
$40 to $55 pp/night (est, verify Conservancy)
Per person per night
$47
Booking difficulty
Very High
Book ahead
6 months
Cell service
No
Water source
Snowmelt

Data verified 2026-04-22

Notes

Historic stone hut in Yosemite wilderness, built 1940. 10+ miles from Badger Pass with 2,500+ feet of gain. Lottery reservations open early fall for the following winter season. Wood stove, propane cookers, solar evening lights, two toilets.

Features
Historic
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Location
Hut 37.6370, -119.6380
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Booking opens on the operator's own site.