moderate
3–4 hours
Participants should be comfortable riding on varied terrain and able to keep a steady pace.
Discover thrilling mountain biking camps and enchanting stargazing tours with Stargaze West Maui. Perfect for families and adventure seekers, these experiences combine skill-building with cosmic wonder in Maui’s stunning landscape.
Mountain Bike Summer Camp • Ages 8 to 12
Join the Summer Ride Camp at America’s Bike Park for an unforgettable mountain biking adventure! Designed for kids aged 8 to 12, this camp offers expert coaching, skill development, and fun friendships. With a focus on safety and personalized instruction, campers will elevate their riding skills in a thrilling environment.
#Summer Ride Camp
What better way to spend those long summer days than ripping and shredding at America’s Bike Park!? Learn to shred the mountain from Highland’s expertly trained coaches during our four one-week sessions this summer.
Summer Ride is a multi-day camp for 8 to 12 year olds interested in mountain biking and offered as either a day or sleepover option. Campers of all abilities will learn new skills, develop more confidence, make new friendships and take their riding to the next level. Riders have the opportunity to focus on specific freeride and downhill skills with an emphasis on safety and rider etiquette.
##RATES
3-Day Camp Only: $450
3-Day Camp + Lodging: $950
5-Day Camp Only: $650
5-Day Camp + Lodging: $1199
##DURATION -Session 1: July 2nd-8th -Session 2: July 9th-16th -Session 3: July 16th – 22nd -Session 4: July 23rd – 29th -Session 5: July 30th – Aug 5th
##ABOUT THE BIKE PARK -Premiere Lift-Access Trails -Multiple Skill Building Areas -Multiple Jump Parks -50X50 ft Ayr Bag -Highland Training Center (9,100 sq ft indoor facility)
##TYPICAL DAY 8:30am-9:15am - Breakfast at Tilton School* 9:30am-9:45am - Drop-Off / Bus to Highland Mountain* 10am-12pm - Morning Ride Session 12pm-1pm - Lunch Break (provided) 1pm-5pm - Afternoon Ride Session 5:30pm-5:45pm - Pick-Up / Bus to Tilton* 6pm-7pm - Dinner at Tilton School* 7pm-9pm - Evening Activity* 9pm - Bedtime*
*Overnight Campers Only
-Overnight campers return to Highland Tuesday nights for games and riding. -There will always be a group participating in non-riding games or down time for campers too tired to ride. -Schedule subject to change based on weather and participants.
##CAMP SAFETY & RULES Safety is our first priority. From the moment campers arrive, our staff of experienced coaches and camp counselors ensure they are having a fun and safe experience. We do this by maintaining the strictest of protocol along with: -Low camper to coach ratio -24/7 adult supervision -Highly trained Patrol staff -Full service First Aid Base
Campers are expected to follow the Tilton School and Highland Mountain Bike Park rules and treat everyone at camp with courtesy and respect. Rules are strictly enforced, and violations will result in parent notifications and potential camper expulsion. -NO drugs or alcohol -NO weapons, violence or abusive language -NO theft or vandalism -Campers are not allowed to leave camp boundaries
##COACHING The Highland coaching staff come from varied backgrounds – including everything from classically trained musicians to childhood development majors. They are all amazingly talented riders and passionate about sharing their knowledge of the sport with new riders. Every Monday camp begins with a skills assessment and goal evaluation. Campers are then broken up into groups based upon their skill set and riding goals. A low 6:1 camper to coach ratio helps maximize safety and ensure a great camp experience.
Bring moisture-wicking gear and layers, especially for evening sky tours, to stay comfortable in varying weather conditions.
Weather can affect sky visibility and trail safety; verify forecasts before scheduling outdoor activities.
Arriving before activities start ensures ample time for equipment fitting and safety briefings.
Capture the moments, especially during stargazing, but remember to turn off your phone lights to enhance sky viewing.
Lahaina was once a whaling port and now serves as a gateway for adventure tourism, blending cultural history with outdoor recreation.
Stargaze West Maui emphasizes minimal environmental impact by practicing leave-no-trace principles and promoting wildlife awareness.
Critical for safety during mountain biking on varying trail surfaces.
Optional for enhanced sky viewing and spotting distant celestial objects.
Helpful for cooler evening temperatures during stargazing tours.
winter specific
Suitable shoes for biking and walking comfortably on trails.