The Activity Center is open for the summer season! Our summer hours of operation are 9 AM - 5 PM daily, so stop by the Source and see us! Also feel free to call or e mail us with any questions.
CONTACT THE ACTIVITY CENTER:
208.255.3081 or email us at activity center.
The Schweitzer Mountain Activity Center is at the heart of all the action. We offer activities, services and tips on what to do while you're at Schweitzer. Besides the games, crafts, and other fun stuff we have available in our office, the Activity Center also has the inside scoop on stuff to do in town.
Horseback Riding
Ride through beautiful forests and see breathtaking views of Lake Pend Oreille. Early season rides take place at the Mountain Horse Adventures Ranch. For a reservation, call Mountain Horse Adventures directly at 208.263.TROT.
Daily rides from the Schweitzer village will begin on June 25th. Two rides daily at 9am and 1pm for ages 8 & up. Call the Activity Center today to make your reservation.
Mountain Biking
Whether you like cross country or downhill, we have a trails galore! Be sure to check out our new downhill trail, Bear Grass. This 6.5 mile trail is great for introductory downhill riders. Bring your own bike or rent from Schweitzer’s own shop, The Source, which is open 7 days a week as of June 25th. Downhill trails are accessed with the chairlift while cross country trails can be accessed directly from our village. 2009/2010 winter season pass holders ride free.
Giant Chess and Checkers
Play on an extraordinarily large game board. Games are set up right in the village and available for play from 9-5 daily. Taking a classic game to a whole new level!
Power Tower
Both a climbing wall and a bungee trampoline in one place! The climbing wall has four separate routes to test your skills and the bungee trampoline will have you soaring to new limits. Open 11-5 daily. Stop by the Activity Center for tickets and information.
Hiking
Take a hike through the beautiful Selkirk Mountains. Choose to either begin from the village or take the chairlift to start from the top of the mountain. Stop by the Activity Center for maps and information about self-guided tours.
Disc Golf
What sport could be better than frisbee and golf put together? Come check out our nine hole disc golf course located on the summit or our lower nine on the bottom part of the mountain. Rent your disc and pick up a map/ scorecard at the Activity Center.
Geocaching
A modern day treasure hunt. This may be the closest you ever get to being a pirate. Use hi tech GPS devices to locate caches located around the mountain. GPS devices are available for rent at the Activity Center. Stop by for your coordinates to find the treasure!
Tennis
Whether you’re a tennis pro or total novice, you’ll enjoy playing tennis on a quality court in a place with a spectacular view. Use of the courts is free and racket rentals are available through the Activity Center.
Lawn Games
Bocce ball, croquet, badminton, donkey ball, and more! Come check out a game for your family from the Activity Center.
Huckleberry Picking
Late July through September, these delicious berries grow in abundance on our mountain. Berry picking is easily accessed from hiking trails. Commercial picking is prohibited. Stop by the Activity Center for tips on where to find the berries and what creative things you can make with them.
Solstice Spa
Enjoy a relaxing massage or body treatment from the experts at Solstice. They offer a number of treatments including zen shiatsu, tandem massage, spa scrubs, and reflexology. To make an appointment, contact Solstice at 208.263.2862.
Summit Activity Center
Stop in at the top of the mountain for a cold brew, snacks, disc golf rentals, kite rentals, and more! The Summit Activity Center, located at the top of the Great Escape Quad, is the place to go for mountain top activities and information.
Selkirk Theater
Tired from a long day of hiking or biking? The Selkirk Theater has a number of movies to choose from. Stop by the Activity Center and we’ll put one on for you at no charge!
Kid Activities
The Activity Center staff is always thinking of new ways to entertain your kids. Stay tuned for a schedule of creative crafts and games you won’t want to miss!
Photo Scavenger Hunts
Looking for a fun, easy, and FREE activity? Stop by the Activity Center with your camera and we’ll send you out on an adventure. Go home with amazing photos of your visit to Schweitzer. This is not your usual scavenger hunt….don’t miss out.
