Like many ski resorts in Lake Tahoe, Squaw Valley is transforming into a summer resort. Squaw Valley is gearing up for the slated June 21 opening of activities that include hiking, geocaching, swimming in the mountaintop pool and hot tub, roller skating and tennis.
Squaw’s Aerial Tram, hiking trails, geocaching, disc golf, and base area climbing wall and Skyjump Trampoline are currently open.
New this year, High Camp will be home to several summer activities. Squaw is relocating the rock climbing wall and adding a slackline park, croquet course, ladder toss and bag toss to High Camp, allowing families and friends to enjoy additional on-mountain activities while taking in stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada.
MOUNTAINTOP ACTIVITIES
Aerial Tram Rides – For some of the most stunning views in Tahoe, guests can ride Squaw’s scenic Aerial Tram to High Camp. During the 8-10 minute ride, the tram ascends 2,000 vertical feet and offers incredible views of the Sierra Nevada and Lake Tahoe.
The Aerial Tram is currently open daily from 10:40 a.m. to 4:20 p.m. with extended operations until 5:20 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from July 4 to August 26. Active duty military and guests with a 2014-15 TahoeSuperPass will receive free tram access all summer long. For all others, tram tickets cost $39 for adults, $25 for youth and seniors, and $10 for kids 12 and under.
Disc Golf – Squaw Valley brings disc golf to a whole new level, offering 18-holes on the top of the mountain at elevation 8,200 feet. Disc Golf will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with extended operations until 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from July 4 to August 26.
Hiking – Hikers can experience Squaw Valley’s pristine alpine beauty through the mountain’s vast trail network. Those looking for a moderate to difficult climb can hike Squaw Valley’s ShirleyCanyon, which leads hikers through lush greenery and cascading waterfalls.
Hikers can also ride the tram up and then hike down through Shirley Canyon – or hike up Shirley Canyon and ride the tram down for free, cutting the hike in half without giving up any of the views.
Roller Skating – Guests can roller skate at elevation 8,200 feet at the High Camp Roller Rink. Accessed via the resort’s Aerial Tram, the High Camp Roller Rink overlooks beautiful views of Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada.
The rink will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting June 21, with extended operations until 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from July 4 to August 26. Roller skating is $12 for adults, $11 for youth and seniors, and $6 for children 12 and under. Admission includes traditional quad roller skate rentals.
Swimming Pool and Hot Tub – The High Camp Swimming Pool and Hot Tub allows guests to soak up the California sunshine surrounded by Squaw Valley’s majestic peaks.. 
The pool and hot tub will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting June 21, with extended operations until 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from July 4 to August 26. Pool entrance is $15 for adults, $14 for youth and seniors, and $8 for kids 12 and under.
Tennis – Squaw Valley offers two breathtaking mountaintop tennis courts at elevation 8,200 feet. Access to the courts is free with an Aerial Tram ticket or 2014-15 Tahoe Super Pass, and players are encouraged to bring their own equipment and balls. The tennis courts will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting June 21, with extended operations until 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from July 4 to August 26.
Base area activities: There’s a great activity for families and visitors of all ages. The list includes biking, miniature golf, ropes course, skyjump trampoline, Headwall climbing wall, Yoga, and base area lawn games.
For more details on summer at Squaw, visit http://squaw.com/things-to-do/summer-activities/other-summer-activities#content_title.
