SILVERTHORNE SPORTS FIELD GUIDE
Five Half-Days of Trail Confidence: Youth Mountain Biking Camp in Silverthorne
A five half-day youth camp teaching climbing, descending, bike maintenance, and trail skills around Summit County—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Five Half-Days of Trail Confidence: Youth Mountain Biking Camp in Silverthorne.
Over five half days this summer, Colorado Adventure Guides runs a Youth Mountain Biking Camp in Summit County that pairs hands-on skills instruction with on‑trail practice. Expert instructors lead kids through fundamentals—bike and body positioning, braking, shifting, climbing and descending—while keeping fun and group camaraderie front and center on trails near Breckenridge and the Frisco Peninsula Trail System.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Guided by local, experienced instructors
The camp is led by expert instructors from Colorado Adventure Guides who provide hands‑on skill coaching and on‑trail guidance designed to build confidence and technique.
Real trail time in Summit County
Sessions take place on trails around Breckenridge and the Frisco Peninsula Trail System, giving young riders exposure to a variety of terrain and real riding conditions in Summit County.
Core bike skills and safety first
Daily lessons mix bike anatomy, pre‑ride checks, basic maintenance, trail etiquette, body positioning, braking, shifting, beginner cornering, and climbing and descending techniques.
What the day feels like
What five half‑days on the trail feel like
The camp unfolds as focused, half‑day sessions that pair short, concentrated classroom-style instruction with on‑trail practice. Each day emphasizes specific skills—then gives riders a chance to apply them on nearby trails—so learning is immediate and cumulative over the week.
THE COACHES
Guided by local, experienced instructors
The camp is led by expert instructors from Colorado Adventure Guides who provide hands‑on skill coaching and on‑trail guidance designed to build confidence and technique.
THE TERRAIN
Real trail time in Summit County
Sessions take place on trails around Breckenridge and the Frisco Peninsula Trail System, giving young riders exposure to a variety of terrain and real riding conditions in Summit County.
THE CURRICULUM
Core bike skills and safety first
Daily lessons mix bike anatomy, pre‑ride checks, basic maintenance, trail etiquette, body positioning, braking, shifting, beginner cornering, and climbing and descending techniques.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this camp suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Functional bike with gears (no training wheels); helmet; small backpack; bike gloves, elbow and knee pads (must be worn while on the bike); close‑toed shoes; at least 2 L of water and plenty of snacks.
Helmet plus elbow and knee pads and gloves are required for all on‑bike time; bikes must have front and rear brakes and be at least 20".
Participants should bring adequate water (at least 2 L) and plenty of snacks to sustain energy during half‑day sessions.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the camp run?
June 22–26, 2026 with Monday–Friday half‑day sessions.
What are the session times and age groups?
AM sessions for 6–9 year olds run 8:00 AM–12:00 PM; PM sessions for 10–13 year olds run 1:00 PM–5:00 PM.
How long is each session?
Each session is a half‑day lasting four hours; the camp runs five half days across the week.
What level of biking ability is required?
Riders should be comfortable on a bike and familiar with basic braking and steering before attending.
What equipment is required?
A functional geared bike (no training wheels, at least 20" with front and rear brakes), helmet, gloves, elbow and knee pads (mandatory while riding), close‑toed shoes, a small backpack, water (minimum 2 L) and snacks.
Where does the camp take place?
Sessions take place on trails in Summit County, including areas around Breckenridge and the Frisco Peninsula Trail System.