Summer

Summer Activities
Kirkwood Mountain Resort is now closed for the summer. During summer operations, Kirkwood offers mountain biking, hiking, disc golf, spectacular scenic alpine views, dining experiences and family-friendly events.

Mountain Biking
The Kirkwood's renown network of roads and single track lead riders through spectacular terrain high in the Sierra. Advanced riders looking for a challenging cross country ride should check out the Sentinels Trail, intermediate riders should try the Robey Wolfe trail. 
 
Hiking
Take advantage of world-class hiking and breath-taking views on Kirkwood's trail system.  Known for our wildflower meadows filled with puple lupine and yellow cornflower, and for spectacular old growth pines, each trail provides guests opportunities to discover the mountain in solitiude.
 
Disc Golf
Praised by locals and visitors alike as one of the West Coast’s most challenging courses. Play at “DiscWood” is free—simply pick up a scorecard from the General Store, then enjoy an afternoon exploring the mountainside above the Timber Creek base area. Discs and other essentials may be purchased from the General Store.

 Kirkwood Mountain Stats - Summer
Trails 18 trails in the valley, 11 in lift accessed mountain bike park, 11.5 miles of single track
Vertical Rise  2,000 feet
Base Elevation  7,800 feet
Top Elevation  9,800 feet
Lifts  Chairs 1 & 2 operate on weekends during the summer months
Mountain Bike Terrain  10% beginner, 50% intermediate, 30% advanced, 10% expert
Bike Park Features  Features included log rides, pump track and other terrain park features.
27 June 2014

Kirkwood Will Open for Summer Operations on July 4th

KIRKWOOD, Calif. – June 27, 2014 – Summer adventures at Kirkwood kickoff on July 4 offering guests ample outdoor recreational opportunities including mountain biking, hiking, disc golf and horseback riding. The resort also hosts several popular events throughout July and August such as the Kirkwood Volunteer Fire Department (KVFD) BBQ, the 13th Annual Kirkwood Wildflower Festival and the 13th Annual Thin Air Chili Cook Off. 
12 May 2014

The Near Death Experience Offers High Elevation Cycle Training at Kirkwood

This June, cycling enthusiasts from around the region will have the opportunity to enjoy high alpine cycling and receive professional coaching at the 2014 Near Death Experience (NDE) cycle camp. The cycle camp is based out of Kirkwood Mountain Resort, which has a base elevation 7,800 feet, and is in close proximity to multiple alpine mountain passes.