California · Yosemite NP
Ostrander Ski Hut
Operated by Yosemite Conservancy
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.
Avalanche forecast
Eastern 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
37.6370, -119.6380
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Booking opens on the operator's own site.