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Kids Rock Climbing Camp

Kids summer camp in Lake Tahoe
Kids climbing the Tahoe Via Ferrata during our 5-Day Kids Rock Climbing Camp in Lake Tahoe

Kids Rock Climbing Camp

$1500Per Person
Introductory 5 days, 8 hours a day Lake Tahoe, CA
Our 5-Day Kids Rock Climbing Camp in Lake Tahoe is a great way to get your kids outside for a week of activity and climbing development, whether they are new to the sport or have years of experience. Throughout the week, your child will climb on the Tahoe Via in Olympic Valley and on Donner Summit, as well as participate in several activities including map and compass scavenger hunts, knot tying, educational hikes in Shirley Canyon, and more. The camp will run Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm. Drop-in days are available Monday and Tuesday for $300/day. Please call the office to book drop-in days.

July 1-July 5 – For ages 12-15, and all ability levels.

July 22-July 25 – For ages 7-11, and all ability levels.
Jul 1, 2024 – Jul 5, 2024Ages 12-15
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Our 5-Day Kids Rock Climbing Camp is a great way to get your kids outside for a week of activity and climbing development, whether they are new to the sport or have years of experience. Throughout the week, your child will climb on the Tahoe Via in Olympic Valley and on Donner Summit, as well as participate in several activities including map and compass scavenger hunts, knot tying, educational hikes in Shirley Canyon, and more.
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Kids are natural-born climbers. Though many may have never tried the sport, often kids are immediately drawn to it.

Climbing presents both physical and mental challenges to kids, a combination that makes it as difficult as it is fun. Learning to climb is not simply about getting stronger—it will also test kids’ balance, technique, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage fear.

New climbers will learn the fundamentals of rope management, belaying and climbing technique, while experienced climbers will explore more difficult routes, advanced rope systems, and leading techniques.  All rock guides are AMGA-certified and medically trained as Wilderness First Responders at a minimum.

* If your child is under 3’11 and/or lighter than 88lbs, please give our office a call at 877-873-5376 or email us at info@alpenglowexpeditions.com after you book.

We will allow single day drop-ins on Mondays and Tuesdays. There is an option to select a single day when you click the “Book Now” button above. The single day rate is $300.

Technical Experience

We welcome kids of all skill levels. We will split groups and choose activities based on age and experience/ability to ensure appropriate challenge and fun for everyone!
Day 1
Tahoe Via Ferrata in Olympic Valley

Morning: kids will spend the morning climbing on our Tahoe Via Ferrata

Lunch: the group will take a nice break in a shady spot to enjoy lunch and rehydrate

Afternoon: kids will participate in a variety of activities that may include nature hikes, knot-tying, scavenger hunts, or arts & crafts.

Days 2, 3, & 5
Donner Summit Climbing and Activities

-Morning: kids will spend the morning climbing at Donner Summit and working on technical rope skills
-Lunch: the group will take a nice break in a shady spot to enjoy lunch and rehydrate
-Afternoon: Depending on the group dynamic, our guides will choose to make the second half of the day climbing-based or the group can explore some other activities that Donner Summit has to offer.
If the group is eager to climb, our guides may choose to test the kids on more difficult routes, teach more in-depth technical skills, or start to fine-tune climbing movement.
If the group wants to explore non-climbing activities- there’s plenty of fun to be had on Donner Summit. Kids can hike part of the PCT and learn about the history of the area, make wildflower presses, and more.

Day 4
Shirley Canyon Hike

Thursday (Day 4) is typically a good day for a bit of a rest. A hike in Shirley Canyon in Olympic Valley provides a good break from climbing, with lots of educational activities along the way. Plant identification, map & compass activities and knot tying.

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