Here is your suggest family fun list for August in and around Sapphire Valley Resort—a mix of on-resort fun and day trips, perfect for families, couples, and solo adventurers:
Special August Events
Concert on the Slopes
The best concert venue in The High South! Relax on the base slope of Ski Sapphire Valley and listen to great Motown, Beach music and songs of the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s!! Bring the family, friends, food and beverage and have a great experience! Open to the public. [Learn More]
Family Fun To Do List
Pools & Cookouts at the Resort
Join the weekly “Cookout by the Pool” and water aerobics, yoga, bingo, and poolside social events at the Rec Center and Community Center [Events Calendar]
Lake Fairfield: Swim, Paddle, Fish
Rent kayaks, canoes, paddleboards or relax on the sandy beach—plus scenic views of Bald Rock Mountain
Zip‑lining Vordach Adventure
Feel the rush on the resort’s zip-line experience [Learn More]
Fairfield Lake & Beach Amenities
Great for swimming, sunbathing, boating, and picnicking with on-site rentals [More Info]
Hiking Whiteside Mountain
Enjoy dramatic overlooks along the Continental Divide with moderate hiking trails [Hiking Whiteside Mountain]
Gorges State Park Waterfalls & Trails
Explore cascading waterfalls, deep gorges, and lush hiking paths in this temperate rainforest park [More About Gorges]
Panthertown Valley Adventure
Discover over 25 miles of trails, hidden swimming holes, and granite domes in this “Yosemite of the East” [Learn More]
Lake Glenville Scenic Cruises
Take a boat tour on this high-altitude lake with 26 miles of shoreline, ideal for a relaxing day trip with our friends at [Signal Ridge Marina]
Quick Tips
Festival & events on the resort: check the Community Center schedule, including cocktails, craft fairs, yoga, pool days & more
Amenity Card is required for some resort activities—ask at the Community Center.
Start early for hikes and waterfall trips to avoid afternoon thunderstorms.
Suggested itinerary idea:
Friday: Arrive, enjoy a poolside cookout & live music
Saturday: Arts & Crafts Festival + zip-lining
Sunday: Hike Whiteside or Gorges State Park
Midweek: Relax on Lake Fairfield + spa or gem mining at the Rec Center
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