Kids Adventure Camp
Where kids can choose their own adventurous day in the mountains.
| Dates | June 15 - August 21, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days | Monday - Friday |
| Ages | 5 - 13 |
| Time | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Price | $172 per day | $730 for five days ($146 per day) |
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Unplug, Explore, & Discover in the Mountains
Bring your child's inner explorer with our Kids Adventure Camp from June 15 to August 21, 2026
Summer is the perfect time for a day camp! Your child can be immersed in outdoor adventures and artistic exploration in the High Sierra. We believe in the value of connecting kids with nature, old school arts and crafts, and just plain having fun. Our activities are child centered and age appropriate. Led by our experienced counselors, Kids Adventure Camp is a fun, engaging experience that will create lasting memories for your child. Enrollment includes access to the Aerial Tram, daily activities, snacks, and lunch. Choose any single day or multiple days that fit your summer schedule.
Enjoy outdoor adventures in the beautiful mountains. Our specially trained staff teaches the ‘whole’ child including their cognitive, affective/emotional, & physical needs. You can enjoy a kid-free day with the peace of mind that your child is safe in our care. Kids will gain an appreciation of nature creating lasting memories. Mix and match days throughout summer, perfect for busy families and summer travel plans. We provide the structure necessary for your child to enjoy the outdoors, be a responsible team member, and, most importantly, have FUN!!!
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Bring your child's inner explorer with our Kids Adventure Camp from June 15 to August 21, 2026
Summer is the perfect time for a day camp! Your child can be immersed in outdoor adventures and artistic exploration in the High Sierra. We believe in the value of connecting kids with nature, old school arts and crafts, and just plain having fun. Our activities are child centered and age appropriate. Led by our experienced counselors, Kids Adventure Camp is a fun, engaging experience that will create lasting memories for your child. Enrollment includes access to the Aerial Tram, daily activities, snacks, and lunch. Choose any single day or multiple days that fit your summer schedule.
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Kids Adventure Camp Single Days
Pick the days that fit your summer. Book single days of Kids Adventure Camp and enjoy added flexibility. 26/27 Ikon Pass holders can save 10% with promo code IKONFUN10 at checkout. Child must be a passholder, and passes will be verified at check-in.
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Pick the days that fit your summer. Book single days of Kids Adventure Camp and enjoy added flexibility. 26/27 Ikon Pass holders can save 10% with promo code IKONFUN10 at checkout. Child must be a passholder, and passes will be verified at check-in.
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Kids Adventure Camp 5-Pack
Commit to 5 days of camp at a time and save 15% on each day. All 5 sessions can be taken by the same child or split between siblings. 5 Packs cost $730, are non-refundable, and all sessions must be used during summer 2026.
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Commit to 5 days of camp at a time and save 15% on each day. All 5 sessions can be taken by the same child or split between siblings. 5 Packs cost $730, are non-refundable, and all sessions must be used during summer 2026.
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Pricing
Kids Adventure Camp Pricing
5-Pack Pricing
Notes:
26/27 Ikon Pass holders get a 10% discount with the promo code IKONFUN10 at checkout. Child must be a passholder and pass will be verified at check-in.
Price includes:
Book Your Child's Spot
To reserve, please use the booking buttons or call 1-800-403-0206. We strongly recommend booking in advance as space can fill up quickly. For specific program questions, please call 530-452-7225.
| Age | Rate Per Day |
|---|---|
| 5-13 | $172 |
5-Pack Pricing
| Age | Rate for 5 Days | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| All | $730 | $146 |
Notes:
26/27 Ikon Pass holders get a 10% discount with the promo code IKONFUN10 at checkout. Child must be a passholder and pass will be verified at check-in.
Price includes:
- Aerial Tram ticket
- Access to all Olympic Valley Base Area & High Camp activities
- Lunch & a healthy snack
Book Your Child's Spot
To reserve, please use the booking buttons or call 1-800-403-0206. We strongly recommend booking in advance as space can fill up quickly. For specific program questions, please call 530-452-7225.
Daily Schedule
Drop Off & Pick Up
Daily Activities May Include...
Kids Adventure Camp meets in the Palisades Kids Building at Palisades (Olympic Valley).
- Drop Off / Daily Registration: 8:30 AM at Palisades Kids
- Pick Up: 3:30 PM at Palisades Kids
Daily Activities May Include...
- Aerial Tram rides
- Eco-Hikes
- Art exploration
- Nature crafts
- Roller skating
- Geocaching
- Dipping in mountain creeks or lakes
- Engineering Lego build/tech projects
- Disc Golf
- Climbing wall
- Field games
- Scavenger hunts
- Bungee trampoline
- Map & compass class
- Chef Let’s Cook Day
- Yoga
- Flower press
- Tree recognition education
...and much more!
Add On a VIa Ferrata Tour (Wednesday Only)
Upgrade your child’s experience by bundling a Via Ferrata Tour. One of our Camp counselors will join taking the registered kids on the tour with an Alpenglow guide.
- Available Wednesdays , includes a 2-hour guided Via Ferrata tour starting at 10am.
- Weight requirement: Minimum 88 lbs (with some flexibility for one lighter participant if needed for belay safety).
- Group size: Minimum 2 participants and maximum 6 per guide. If minimum participants requirement is not met, we will cancel and refund the prepaid fees.
- 20% discount when purchased as part of Kids Adventure Camp
- A separate release of liability will be required for the child to participate. please make sure a responsible adult is present at camp drop off.
The Tahoe Via Ferrata is a guided, assisted rock climbing experience on the Tram Face at Palisades Tahoe in Olympic Valley, California. Using permanent steel cables, ladder rungs, and suspension bridges, participants ascend an 800-foot granite cliff without prior climbing experience. Tours run 2–4 hours and are operated by Alpenglow Expeditions, Northern California’s only AMGA-accredited guiding service.
More Information
What To Bring
Be Prepared!
Come prepared with the following items each day:
- Water bottle
- Backpack
- Closed toe sneakers
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Appropriate layers (including jacket/sweatshirt) for our quickly changing mountain weather.
- Healthy snacks and lunch will be provided
- We prefer no electronic devices at camp (for emergency use only); Staff will be using radios
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do we drop off and pick up our children?
Kids Adventure Camp drop-off and pick-up is at the Palisades Kids building. This is close located between the Red Dog chairlift and the Base to Base Gondola at Palisades.
What will my child do on days with bad weather?
Down days don’t happen very often in the summer, but if they do, we have plenty of fun games and activities on the lower mountain to keep your child engaged, including yoga, ‘Be a Chef’ day, eco-hikes, arts and crafts, indoor rock climbing, and much more.
Where will my child be all day?
On an ideal day at Adventure Camp, your child will explore the lower mountain as well as the High Camp area on the upper mountain with their counselor. From waterfall hikes on the lower mountain to exploring at High Camp, your kid will discover all that Olympic Valley has to offer.
How can I find my child?
If you ever need to get in touch with your child, all our counselors will be equipped with radios, so we can get in touch with them from our sales team in the Tram building or calling the sales center at 1-800-403-0206.
What fitness level is needed for the Eco-Hikes?
Our Eco-Hikes will range in distance and difficultly. Our trained counselors will accommodate our guests by providing physically appropriate hikes for their group. Most hikes will range from 1-3 miles. Note that this program is physically demanding and kids will be outside most of the day.
Will snacks and lunch be provided?
Yes! A healthy lunch is provided and we provide healthy snacks to keep your child’s energy level high. Picky eaters and children with severe allergies may want to bring their own lunches and snacks.
What should I put in my child’s backpack?
To be prepared for a day at Adventure Camp bring sneakers (close toe shoes), sunscreen, a hat, a swimsuit, a towel, a water bottle, and extra layers for our quickly changing mountain weather (i.e. sweatshirts, jacket, base layers).
Will my child be in a group with other kids their age?
Kids Adventure Camp is broken into two age groups. Explorers are age 5 to 7 and Mountaineers are age 8 to 13. Cognitive and physical skills are different for each age group and we find that discovery takes place when children are in the appropriate age groups. Depending on the day and group numbers, we will do our best to fit each child into the appropriate group that best fits their needs. The activities will be designed for these individual age groups.
What if I need to cancel my child's reservation?
Adventure camp is refundable until 3 pm two days prior to the date of the camp. Reservations cancelled after 3 pm two days prior are non-refundable or subject to a $35 re-booking fee.
5-Packs are non-refundable, but can be rescheduled if necessary up until 3pm two days prior to the date of the camp. Reservations rescheduled after 3 pm two days prior subject to a $35 re-booking fee.
Kids Adventure Camp drop-off and pick-up is at the Palisades Kids building. This is close located between the Red Dog chairlift and the Base to Base Gondola at Palisades.
What will my child do on days with bad weather?
Down days don’t happen very often in the summer, but if they do, we have plenty of fun games and activities on the lower mountain to keep your child engaged, including yoga, ‘Be a Chef’ day, eco-hikes, arts and crafts, indoor rock climbing, and much more.
Where will my child be all day?
On an ideal day at Adventure Camp, your child will explore the lower mountain as well as the High Camp area on the upper mountain with their counselor. From waterfall hikes on the lower mountain to exploring at High Camp, your kid will discover all that Olympic Valley has to offer.
How can I find my child?
If you ever need to get in touch with your child, all our counselors will be equipped with radios, so we can get in touch with them from our sales team in the Tram building or calling the sales center at 1-800-403-0206.
What fitness level is needed for the Eco-Hikes?
Our Eco-Hikes will range in distance and difficultly. Our trained counselors will accommodate our guests by providing physically appropriate hikes for their group. Most hikes will range from 1-3 miles. Note that this program is physically demanding and kids will be outside most of the day.
Will snacks and lunch be provided?
Yes! A healthy lunch is provided and we provide healthy snacks to keep your child’s energy level high. Picky eaters and children with severe allergies may want to bring their own lunches and snacks.
What should I put in my child’s backpack?
To be prepared for a day at Adventure Camp bring sneakers (close toe shoes), sunscreen, a hat, a swimsuit, a towel, a water bottle, and extra layers for our quickly changing mountain weather (i.e. sweatshirts, jacket, base layers).
Will my child be in a group with other kids their age?
Kids Adventure Camp is broken into two age groups. Explorers are age 5 to 7 and Mountaineers are age 8 to 13. Cognitive and physical skills are different for each age group and we find that discovery takes place when children are in the appropriate age groups. Depending on the day and group numbers, we will do our best to fit each child into the appropriate group that best fits their needs. The activities will be designed for these individual age groups.
What if I need to cancel my child's reservation?
Adventure camp is refundable until 3 pm two days prior to the date of the camp. Reservations cancelled after 3 pm two days prior are non-refundable or subject to a $35 re-booking fee.
5-Packs are non-refundable, but can be rescheduled if necessary up until 3pm two days prior to the date of the camp. Reservations rescheduled after 3 pm two days prior subject to a $35 re-booking fee.
Redeem Your 5-Pack
Use the 5-Pack and Select Your Days in Advance
Unlock 15% savings ($145 off!) when you purchase a pack of five full days. Days can be used by one child or split between kids of the same family. Days do not have to be consecutive; all 5 days must be used by August 21, 2026. After purchasing the 5-Pack, login to your account to reserve each day.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Reserve Days
5-Packs are non-refundable, but can be rescheduled if necessary up until 3pm two days prior to the date of the camp. Reservations rescheduled after 3 pm two days prior subject to a $35 re-booking fee.
Unlock 15% savings ($145 off!) when you purchase a pack of five full days. Days can be used by one child or split between kids of the same family. Days do not have to be consecutive; all 5 days must be used by August 21, 2026. After purchasing the 5-Pack, login to your account to reserve each day.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Reserve Days
5-Packs are non-refundable, but can be rescheduled if necessary up until 3pm two days prior to the date of the camp. Reservations rescheduled after 3 pm two days prior subject to a $35 re-booking fee.
Head Counselor Tyler KingHead Wilderness Trip Leader, Chewonki Foundation, Wiscasset, ME Head Counselor, Camp Beech Cliff, MDI, ME
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Tyler has a love of the outdoors and comes to us with a variety of experiences, not only with kids but also with an Outdoor Education background. During the winter seasons, Tyler is the Director of our Palisades Kids Ski & Snowboard School.
Education
National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)
University of Maine at Farmington
Experience
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