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Squaw-Valley
Eden Index
Climate
9.9
•
Recreation
6.9
•
Community
•
Safeguard
6.4/10
Squaw Valley, located in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains, is a popular destination known for its exceptional skiing and breathtaking natural beauty. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and cold, snowy winters. The average temperature ranges from the 20s°F (-6°C) in winter to the 70s°F (20-25°C) in summer. The area receives an average of 450 inches (114 cm) of snowfall annually, making it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts.
Hydrologically, Squaw Valley benefits from the melting snow, which feeds into the Truckee River watershed. The river, along with several lakes, streams, and reservoirs, provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The nearby Lake Tahoe, one of the largest alpine lakes in North America, offers additional water-based recreation options, including boating, swimming, and jet skiing.
Beyond winter sports, Squaw Valley also offers a variety of outdoor activities during other seasons, like hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing. The area boasts a vast network of trails, providing opportunities to explore the stunning alpine landscapes and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. With its diverse climate and abundant natural resources, Squaw Valley offers year-round outdoor recreation possibilities for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 9.9
Squaw-Valley receives approximately
700mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 73%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Squaw-Valley has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Area Rivers
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Snowpack Depths
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.9
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Rock - Trimmer | 10 | 4,218 ft | |||
| Kirch Flat - Pine Flat Lake | 17 | 1,007 ft | |||
| Camp Edison | 252 | 5,453 ft | |||
| Island Park - Pine Flat Lake | 97 | 1,157 ft | |||
| Camp 4 - Yosemite National Park | 35 | 1,048 ft | |||
| Trapper Springs | None | 8,343 ft | |||
| Gigantea | 11 | 6,358 ft | |||
| Lily Pad | 15 | 6,553 ft | |||
| Dorabelle | 71 | 5,418 ft | |||
| Buck Meadow | 9 | 6,758 ft | |||
| Pine Flat Rec Area | 52 | 586 ft | |||
| Sawmill Flat | 10 | 6,720 ft | |||
| Dinkey | 141 | 5,829 ft | |||
| Bretz | 12 | 3,281 ft | |||
| Trimmer - Pine Flat Lake | 10 | 938 ft | |||
| Camp 4 1/2 | 5 | 1,082 ft | |||
| Choinumni | 36 | 557 ft | |||
| Marmot Rock | 15 | 8,225 ft | |||
| Swanson | 9 | 5,698 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.