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California Camps
Providing Unique Settings and Activities For Children To Expand Their Horizons
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From the beautiful Redwood Forest to the sparkling beaches of Malibu, California camps have the qualities that both parents and kids are looking for. California camps specialize in providing your child with an adventurous, fun-filled, and life changing experience in a variety of themes.
The following are some highly recommended camps within the state of California. These programs have passed 300 stringent standards and thus are accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association.
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Backpacking
Camps in the California Region are:
Bar 717 Ranch/Camp Trinity Hayfork,CA http://www.bar717.com 530-628-5992
Beautiful mountain ranch camp teaching responsibility for oneself & others in a noncompetitive supportive environment.
Bearskin Meadow Camp Kings Canyon National,CA http://www.dyf.org 925-680-4994
Since 1938, residential summer camp serving children, teens & families affected by type-1 diabetes. Providing innovate programs combining education & recreation
Camp Augusta Nevada City,CA http://www.campaugusta.org 530-265-3702
Camp Augusta offers boys & girls the opportunity to learn through specialized camp activities in an outdoor environment.
Camp Laurel Foundation Inc Pasadena,CA http://www.camplaurel.org 626-683-0800
Camp Laurel is a camp for children living with HIV/AIDS. Camp Laurel strives to increase each child's self-esteem and self-worth.
Camp Menzies Arnold,CA http://www.tdogs.org 916-638-4475
Sierra Mt setting, traditional specialized programs open to all girls with emphasis on self-esteem, team bldg & values.
Camp Ronald McDonald GoodTimes Mountain Center,CA http://www.campronaldmcdonald.org 310-268-8488
Cost free, medically supervised, year-round camps for children with cancer & their families.
Camp Scherman Mountain Center,CA http://www.gscoc.org 714-979-7900
Located in the High Desert outside Palm Springs. Cabins, lodge, 2 lakes, pool & tents nestled below Pacific Crest Trail.
Camp St Michael Leggett,CA http://www.camp-st-michael.org 707-542-5761
Spiritual growth, leadership development & an experience of Christian living through a rugged & rustic camping program
Camp Stevens Julian,CA http://www.campstevens.org 760-765-0028
Program emphasizes community, discovery & creativity. Beautiful 260 acre wooded site at 4200' in the Cuyamaca Mountains.
Camp Tawonga Groveland,CA http://www.tawonga.org 415-543-2267
Gorgeous camp next to Yosemite National Park. River,lake,pool,backpacking,ropes course,Judaism,arts,music,dance.
Camp Unalayee Callahan,CA http://www.unalayee.org 650-969-6313
Multicultural, backpacking, wilderness skills, canoeing, leadership training, rock climbing, arts & crafts, fun.
Camp Wasiu II Sierra City,CA http://www.gssn.org 775-322-0642
Creating opportunities for all girls to fulfill their dreams and reach their potential
Coppercreek Camp Greenville,CA http://www.coppercreek.com 800-350-0006
We offer over 50 activities. Free choice. Our staff know every camper. Rustic setting in California's Northern Sierra.
Deer Crossing Camp Inc Pollock Pines,CA http://www.deercrossingcamp.com 209-293-2328
An exciting challenging true wilderness experience in the California High Sierra on a beautiful lake. Supportive and caring guidance. Structure and free choice.
Gold Arrow Camp Lakeshore,CA http://www.goldarrowcamp.com 800-554-2267
A traditional, fun, and non-competitive program with a variety of activities on the shore of beautiful Huntington Lake, Sierra National Forest, since 1933.
Kennolyn Camps Soquel,CA http://www.kennolyn.com 831-479-6714
In the Redwoods, 5 miles from Monterey Bay. Great high ropes/climbing facility . 56 summers with original owners. Coed.
Mountain Camp Pollock Pines,CA http://www.mountaincamp.com 415-351-2267
High Sierra adventure, educational, life experience. Beautiful lakeside mountain setting. Noncompetitive, focus on outdoor & challenge activities.
Mountain Meadow Ranch Susanville,CA http://www.mountainmeadow.com 530-257-4419
Georgous forested ranch; acres of lush meadows & lawns; family-like envir. Advent & fun used to stimulate healthy esteem; posit. envir, individ choice 20 acti.
Pine Springs Ranch Christian Mountain Center,CA http://www.pinespringsranch.org 951-659-4131
Christian camp providing quality program and emphasis on self-esteem. Mtn setting. A place to make and keep friends.
Redwood Glen Scotts Valley,CA http://www.redwoodglen.org 831-461-2000
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Richmond District YMCA San Francisco,CA 415-666-9622
Join us at the YMCA for traditional day camps and travel caravans. Space is limited and financial assistance is available so what are you waiting for
Riverside YMCA at Camp Tatapoc Alhambra,CA 951-689-9622
Mountain setting. Traditional program. Christian emphasis. 8 day 7 nights. Chapels, campfires daily. Competition day.
Shaffer's High Sierra Camp Inc Sattley,CA http://www.highsierracamp.com 866-597-6617
Wilderness adventure in the Tahoe Nat'l Forest for 8-17 year olds. Small, noncompetitive, near 70+ lakes & miles of trails.
United Youth Camps Sierra Madre,CA http://www.ucg.org/youthcamp 626-355-0876
Variety camps in the US & abroad. Specialty is team building & relationship development. Visit us on the web at www.ucgyouth.org to request our camp magazine.
Winacka Julian,CA 619-610-0726
Mountain setting with open-air living, CIT, high adventure programs, riding & general camping.
YMCA Camp Arbolado Angelus Oaks,CA http://www.ymcawhittier.org 909-794-6724
Mountain setting, traditional program, astronomy. Campers thrive in noncompetitive caring atmosphere.
YMCA Camp Marston Julian,CA http://camp.ymca.org/summer_marston1.html 760-765-0642
Traditional YMCA mtn resident camp. Spectacular site in San Diego's high mountains. Character building experiences.
YMCA Camp Ta Ta Pochon Angelus Oaks,CA http://www.wsgvymca.org/activ/daycamps_camptata.html 909-794-2927
Dedicated adult staff lead traditional YMCA camp activities. Self-esteem, self-confidence, social skills & fun.
YMCA Jack Hazard Dardanelle,CA http://www.ymcastan.org/campjack 209-578-9622
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
YMCA of Redwoods Camp Campbell Boulder Creek,CA http://www.ymcacampcampbell.org 831-338-2128
Beautiful redwoods in Santa Cruz Mtns. Traditional YMCA programs include activites like backpacking, challenge courses, rock climbing, arts and crafts, & more.
Yosemite Sierra Summer Camp Bass Lake,CA http://www.yssc.com 559-642-2267
Residential and/or Day Camp:
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