Blue Mountain Resort is preparing for the warm-weather season with the return of outdoor recreation, including downhill biking, high ropes courses, and camping options.

Summer operations begin with the opening of Blue Mountain Bike Park.

The bike park opens May 10 to season passholders and May 11 to the general public.

Scenic chairlift rides are also available.

A 1.5-hour downhill biking beginner lesson covers chairlift use, braking, cornering, and body positioning on the park’s 3.3-mile beginner trail, Shakedown Street. Lessons include a rental bike, gear, and lift ticket.

New perks for Bike Park season passholders include: One free Intro to Downhill lesson package for a guest (valid Thursdays in 2025), discounts on bike shop a, repairs and food, and special lift access after 2 p.m. on race closure days.

Also starting May 10, guests can choose between traditional tent camping and glamping. Fifteen glamping sites offer added amenities. Sites are open Friday through Sunday, with Thursday availability beginning June 1.

Open year-round, Slopeside Pub & Grill will debut a new summer menu on May 7.

Entertainment includes live music Friday through Sunday and “Patio Party Thursdays” with local bands and drink specials.

Opening May 17, Summit Adventure Park includes a high ropes course, zip lines, rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline, free-fall belay, and outdoor laser tag. It is open Saturdays and Sundays, with Friday operations added June 20.

The package includes two hours of Summit Adventure Park activities and a pizza voucher. Guests can use the 4.5-mile Blue Burn Trail and track performance via RFID passes.

Additional outdoor activities include fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, archery, and obstacle course training. Day and overnight adventure camps for children ages 5 to 15 run June 23 through Aug. 15. Activities include zip lining, rock climbing, hiking, and team challenges.

Overnight camps include group tents, campfires, and structured programming.

Upcoming Events

• Easter Egg Hunt: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. today on snow at the Summit Courtyard. Age groups: 1-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12. • Easter Buffet: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 610-826-7700 for reservations. • Mother’s Day Buffet: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 11 at Slopeside Pub & Grill. Call 610-824-1557 for reservations.

• Spartan Race: July 12-13. The resort will host one of the most physically demanding events in the Spartan series, featuring rugged terrain and vertical challenges.

For more information or a full calendar of events, visit skibluemt.com, or contact Christa Graff at christa@graffpr.com or 435-640-7921.