Ski season is long gone, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t activities going on this summer at Squaw Valley in Lake Tahoe.
Squaw Valley welcomes summer to Lake Tahoe with the opening of the High Camp Pool & Hot Tub to the public on Saturday, June 20. From weekly events such as Bluesdays at Squaw and Yoga Squaw’d, to annual festivals like the Art, Wine & Music Festival and Wanderlust Squaw Valley, and countless other activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this summer at Squaw Valley.
Weekly Events
Bluesdays at Squaw: Starting this week, every Tuesday the popular and free outdoor concert series returns to High Camp and The Village at Squaw Valley, featuring acclaimed blues musicians, delicious grab-and-go bites, and a Blues Bar serving beer, wine and spirits.
In celebration of summer, Bluesday guests will receive discounted Aerial Tram and activity packages, food and drink specials, and access to exclusive lodging sales. Tuesdays 12 p.m. at High Camp; 6–8 p.m. at The Village, June 16 – September 18. Click here for a complete music line-up.
Yoga Squaw’d: Ideal for beginners and yogis alike, Yoga Squaw’d is back every Wednesday with complimentary yoga classes on First Street in The Village with special guest appearances from well-known yoga instructors. Wednesdays 5–6:30 p.m., July 1 – August 25. Click here for the Yoga Squaw’d schedule.
Free Outdoor Summer Movie Series: For a sweet end to a summer day, resort guests can snuggle up under the stars on Thursdays while enjoying new releases and Hollywood classics on the big screen in the Events Plaza. Blankets and warm clothes are recommended. Takes place 8 p.m., weather permitting, July 2 – August 27. Click here for the summer movie schedule.
Farm to Table Dinners: Perfect for foodie guests, Squaw Valley and nearby Alpine Meadows hosts intimate, three-course family style dinners held in the Alpine-ringed Garden at Olympic Village Lodge every Friday evening.
Farm to Table diners will enjoy a sustainable, regionally sourced dinner prepared by MTN ROOTS Food Truck, paired with exceptional wine, such as Skuna Bay Salmon with Herbed Pisou and Roasted Summer Squash paired with Joel Gott wines. Due to their popularity last year, twice as many Farm to Table dinners will be held this season. Fridays 6:30–8:30 p.m., July 3 – 31; Fridays 6–8 p.m., August 14 – 28. To make a reservation for this unique dining experience, click here.
High Camp Activities: Accessed via the resort’s Aerial Tram, there’s plenty to explore at Squaw Valley’s High Camp, which opens for the Summer on Saturday.
The resort’s scenic High Camp Pool & Hot Tub will be open for guests to enjoy panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierras from elevation 8,200 feet. In addition to access to the Pool & Hot Tub, as well as the High Camp Roller Rink, guests can participate in an array of free activities including: Hiking, Geocaching Slackline, Bag Toss, Ladder Toss, and Croquet.
Aerial Tram rides run daily from 10:20 a.m. to 4:20 p.m., with the last download at 5 p.m. High Camp is dog-friendly, and guests are welcome to bring their four-legged friends along for the ride. For complete details on the Aerial Tram and to purchase tickets, click here. As an added bonus, guests who hike up to High Camp earn a free Aerial Tram ride back to The Village.
Jeffrey Weidel can be reached at skiweidel@gmail.com. Thanks for visiting his winter website at www.tahoeskiworld.com
