As the school year winds down, things are just revving up at Palisades Tahoe as the resort opens for another exciting summer full of fun events and activities. This year, Palisades Tahoe introduces numerous new components to their vibrant summer scene.

This summer's activities include hiking, geocaching, swimming in the mountaintop pool and hot tub, roller skating and tennis. Palisades Tahoe’s Aerial Tram, hiking trails, geocaching, disc golf, and base area climbing wall and Skyjump Trampoline are currently open. All other summer activities are slated to open by June 21.



New this year, High Camp will be home to several new 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.

 See below for a full list of activities line-up for summer 2014. All summer activities are slated to stay open through Labor Day.



MOUNTAINTOP ACTIVITIES



Aerial Tram Rides – Now Open

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. Once at High Camp, guests can enjoy miles of scenic hiking trails or mountaintop activities such as swimming, roller skating and disc golf, as well as dining at the Poolside Café. The tram makes exploring Squaw’s upper mountain possible for families and kids of all ages. Family pets are also welcome on-board provided they are well-behaved and on a leash.

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 Tahoe Super Pass 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. For a full mountaintop experience, visitors can purchase an all-inclusive package that includes access to the tram, roller skating, swimming and rock climbing for $55 for adults, $49 for youth and seniors, and $29 for kids ages 12 and under.

Every Tuesday between June 17 and August 26, guests can receive $10 off adult tram tickets and $5 off kids tram tickets as part of Bluesdays - a weekly festival that offers free blues concerts coupled with dining and shopping discounts. 



Disc Golf – Now Open

Palisades Tahoe brings disc golf to a whole new level, offering 18-holes on the top of the mountain at elevation 8,200 feet. Access to the disc golf course is free with an Aerial Tram ticket or 2014-15 season pass. The beginner 3-hole course is currently open, with the rest of the course slated to open June 21 pending snow melt conditions. Discs will be available for purchase at the High Camp retail store. 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 – Now Open

Hikers can experience Palisades Tahoe’s pristine alpine beauty through the mountain’s vast trail network. Those looking for a moderate to difficult climb can hike Palisades Tahoe’s Shirley Canyon, 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. 

Guests can also join one of Squaw’s experienced guides for guided hikes around Squaw’s upper mountain, free with a tram ticket or 2014-15 Tahoe Super Pass. All hikes begin at High Camp. Guides will share their knowledge of the area from the history of Palisades Tahoe to the flora and fauna encountered as hikers enjoy stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada. The free guided hikes will be offered daily beginning June 21 and leave from High Camp at 12:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday during summer operations.



Those looking for a more educational on-mountain experience can participate in hikes sponsored by the Tahoe Institute for Natural Sciences. Guided by a naturalist, the two-hour, moderate hikes focus on birds, geology and wildflowers and are offered three dates this summer: June 24, July 6 and August 10. The hikes are free with an Aerial Tram ticket or 2014-15 Tahoe Super Pass, and are from 10:40 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the select dates. As hikes are limited to 25 people, registration is required. Guests can register by calling 530-587-6895.



Roller Skating – Opening June 21

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. Guests can also purchase a Tram/Skate ticket for $44 for adults, $30 for youth and $15 for kids.



Swimming Pool and Hot Tub – Opening June 21

The High Camp Swimming Pool and Hot Tub allows guests to soak up the California sunshine surrounded by Palisades Tahoe’s majestic peaks. Swim and splash around with the whole family in the free-form pool or relax in the hot tub overlooking the brilliantly colored wildflowers. Lunchtime is the perfect moment to enjoy a juicy burger or fresh salad from the Poolside Café or a cold drink from the Umbrella Bar. 

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. Pool and tram combo packages can also be purchased for $44 for adults, $35 for youth and $17 for kids ages 12 and under.



Tennis – Opening June 21

Palisades Tahoe 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. Tennis racquets are available for rent and special high altitude tennis balls are available for purchase at the High Camp retail store. 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.



Geocaching - Now Open

Squaw has hidden “caches” all over the upper mountain for geocachers to find. Guests can use their own GPS or borrow a Geomate Jr. unit for free with a deposit at the High Camp retail shop. Geocaching is free with an Aerial Tram ticket or 2014-15 Tahoe Super Pass. Three of Squaw's 10 caches are currently accessible, with the remaining caches slated to open June 21 pending snow melt conditions. The geocaches are accessible 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. View or print the cache coordinates at http://squaw.com/sites/default/files/images/geocaching_passport.pdf.



Outdoor Climbing Wall – Opening June 21

Palisades Tahoe’s outdoor rock climbing wall offers a fun and athletic activity for all ages. Now located at High Camp, kids and grownups can have a blast climbing the variety of routes on the 26-foot climbing wall. The climbing wall 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. Access to the climbing wall is $15 for two climbs or $20 for all-day access. 



High Camp Lawn Games – Opening June 21

New this summer, slacklining, croquet, ladder toss, and bag toss will be available at High Camp. The lawn games at High Camp are free of charge with an Aerial Tram ticket or 2014-15 Tahoe Super Pass and are 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



Biking - Now Open

A great activity for families is a leisurely bike ride from Palisades Tahoe to Lake Tahoe. Starting from The Village at Palisades Tahoe, a paved seven mile bike path runs the length of the Truckee River until it meets Lake Tahoe in Tahoe City. Parallel Mountain Sports, located in Squaw’s village, rents bicycles of all sizes, as well as mesh trailers for little ones. Rental bikes are available on a first-come/first-served basis, but guests can call to check inventory at 530-452-4478.

For more serious cyclists, the path extends along the North shore to Dollar Hill and along the West Shore of Lake Tahoe all the way to Sugar Pine Point.  Excellent single-track mountain biking trails also originate nearby the Squaw base area.



Miniature Golf – Opening June 7

This one-of-a-kind 18-hole miniature golf course winds through The Village at Palisades Tahoe. Custom built for the Village with many fun elements, this course is fun for kids and challenging for adults. Miniature golf is $8 per person for 18 holes. The course is scheduled to open June 7 and will be available daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Labor Day.



Ropes Course – Opening June 14

Built into the hillside facing beautiful Shirley Canyon and Palisades Tahoe’s mountain peaks, the ropes course offers groups unparalleled team-building opportunities. Comprising of almost 20 different high elements, Palisades Tahoe Adventure Center’s ropes course is one of the largest ropes courses in California. Reservations are required. Call (530) 386-1375 for reservations and pricing information. The ropes course costs $35 per person and is scheduled to be open daily June 14 through Labor Day.



Skyjump Trampoline - Now Open

For those who have ever wanted to bounce 25 feet in the air while performing somersaults and backflips, the Skyjump Trampoline is a must-do for all ages. Cost is $12 for five minutes on the trampoline (or longer if no one is waiting in line). The Skyjump Trampoline is located in the events plaza and open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Labor Day.



Headwall Climbing Wall - Now Open

Located in the Aerial Tram building, the Headwall Climbing Wall offers a variety of 25 different routes that will challenge any level of climber, from beginner to expert. Kids and grownups of all ages can challenge themselves on the 30 foot wall. Cost is $10 for two climbs or $15 for an all-day pass. The Headwall Climbing Wall is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day.

Yoga – Open

The Wanderlust Yoga Studio, located in The Village at Palisades Tahoe, is now open for the summer season. The studio offers a full schedule of classes seven days a week. Those with a 2014-15 Tahoe Super Pass also receive 20% off all classes. In addition, free outdoor community yoga classes are offered every Wednesday at 5 p.m. from June 18 through August 27. Known as Yoga Squaw’d, the free community classes are taught by top-notch instructors and take place outside in The Village amid inspiring mountain views.

Base Area Lawn Games – Opening June 21

Slacklining, croquet, ladder toss, and bag toss will also be available in the base area, in addition to High Camp. The base area lawn games are complimentary for guests.



For more details on summer at Squaw, visit http://squaw.com.