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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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Climbing/Rappelling
Camps in the California Region are:
Alpine Training Services Day C Glendora,CA 626-434-3636
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Anaheim YMCA at Camp Fox Anaheim,CA http://www.anaheimymca.org 714-635-9622
Camp Fox ages 13-18 on Catalina Island. Camp Miehana ages 7-12 San Bernardino no mountains.
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 Conrad-Chinnock Angelus Oaks,CA http://www.dys.org 310-604-2470
For youth with diabetes & families, learn about diabetes with experiences including rock climbing, crafts, & campfires - all in a safe, nurturing atmosphere.
Camp Del Corazon Inc Los Angeles,CA http://www.campdelcorazon.org 818-754-0312
Camp del Corazon is a non-profit organization providing a free medically supervised residental camp for children ages 7-17 who are suffering from heart disease.
Camp Eaton La Canada,CA http://www.sgvcbsa.org 626-351-8815
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Camp Funtime Encino,CA http://www.campfuntime.org 818-789-8405
Day camp offers warm supportive atmosphere for young campers. Special pre-teen adventure camp.
Camp Harmony Malibu,CA http://www.unitedinharmony.org 310-273-4775
An overnight camping experience for homeless & underprivileged children giving them a break from their daily struggles.
Camp James Irvine,CA http://www.campjames.com 949-585-0464
Offers kids a summer of fun, packed with adventure; with convenient, flexible scheduling for busy parents.
Camp Kids Inc Fresno,CA 559-298-9256
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Camp Metro San Jose,CA http://www.camprocks.org 408-287-4170
Themed programs in cooking, rock climbing, animal care, ice skating, outdoor skills & more. Safe, supportive atmosphere. Runs M-F, 8 am - 6 pm.
Camp Nawakwa Angelus Oaks,CA 909-466-5878
Boys and girls,ages 9-12, will enjoy 5 fun-filled days of a great outdoor experience. Children are separated by age & gender and sleep in fully enclosed cabins.
Camp Rockin' U Dobbins,CA http://www.camprockingu.com 530-300-8261
Camp Rocking U is dedicated to providing a healthful, structured and comfortable environment where friends can be made and lifetime memories created.
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 Summertime Malibu,CA http://www.campsummertime.com 818-706-7335
A traditional day camp offering door to door transportation. Located at Calamigos Ranch on 120 private acres with 2 ponds.
Camp Unalayee Callahan,CA http://www.unalayee.org 650-969-6313
Multicultural, backpacking, wilderness skills, canoeing, leadership training, rock climbing, arts & crafts, fun.
Camp Wawona Wawona,CA http://www.campwawona.org 209-559-3173
Horsemanship, climbing, aquatics, crafts, archery, more. Focus on Christ, friends, teamwork.
Camp Whittier Santa Barbara,CA http://www.campwhittier.org 805-962-6776
Camp Whittier is a 55 acre retreat center offering teambuilding, outdoor education & children's summer camp. Join us in the beautiful Santa Barbara Mountains.
Catalina Island Camps Two Harbors,CA http://www.catalinaislandcamps.com 626-296-4040
Catalina Island Camps provides unique opportunities for campers to develop lifelong skills in a fun and cooperative group living environment.
Catalina Sea Camp Avalon,CA http://www.catalinaseacamp.org 909-625-6194
Have fun and explore Catalina Island. SCUBA, snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, marin science, island ecology, underwater photography and video, mtn biking, fun.
Channel Islands YMCA-Redwood Miramonte,CA 559-233-5737
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Cottontail Ranch Club Calabasas,CA http://www.cottontailranchcamp.com 818-880-3700
Adj to 2600 acres of State Park, 4 miles from Malibu Beach, Cottontail focuses on children's development through friendships, responsibility, and living skills.
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.
Deer Lake Soda Springs,CA http://www.girlscoutsbayarea.org 510-562-8470
Spectacular mountain high adventure camp. Rock climbing, boating, mountain bikes, ropes course, backpacking, windsurfing, & sailing. Family camp also offered.
East County YMCA Day Camp La Mesa,CA http://www.eastcounty.ymca.org 619-464-1323
Campers thrive in a noncompetitive, fun environment with an emphasis on caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
El Camino Pines Frazier Park,CA http://www.lrccsca.org 661-245-3519
Christian camp, serves all denominations, mountain site, open all year for all ages & interests.
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.
Griffith Park Boys Camp Los Angeles,CA http://www.laparks.org 323-664-0571
Rewarding summer adv. for boys. Dynamic camp surrounded by the amenities of Griffith Park and the exciting city of LA.
Jameson Ranch Camp Glennville,CA http://www.jamesonranchcamp.com 661-536-8888
Close family atmosphere on a 500 acre mountain ranch. Home grown food, positive role model staff, a wide choice of outdoor activities. Our 72nd year of fun.
Mataguay Scout Reservation Santa Ysabel,CA 760-782-3768
Nationally recognized riflery program plus mountain bikes, climbing, rappelling.
Mission Valley YMCA Day Camp San Diego,CA http://missionvalley.ymca.org 619-298-3576
The Mission Valley YMCA is dedicated to offering a quality camp experience. Offering 45 traditional, speciality, & sports camps.
Mission Vly YMCA Camp Marston Julian,CA http://www.missionvalley.ymca.org 619-298-3576
Join Mission Valley YMCA tradition. Your camper will spend a week hiking, swimming, climbing the wall & most of all having fun. Join us for an Adventure.
Ojai Valley School/Summer Camp Ojai,CA http://www.ovs.org 805-646-1423
Loc. near Pacific Ocean & Los Padres Forest, campers take academic classes for enrichment or credit. While enjoying trad camp programs such as horses, swim, art
Palomar Family YMCA Day Camp Escondido,CA 760-745-7490
The Palomar family is dedicated to providing a safe, quality, and caring environment for children. We provide camps for ages 5-17. Come have an awesome summer.
Pathfinder Ranch Mountain Center,CA http://www.pathfinderranch.com 951-659-2455
Southern California Boys & Girls Club Camp in mountains above Palm Springs.
Prime Time Kids' Camp Burlingame,CA 650-697-7311
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Raintree Ranch YMCA Julian,CA http://camp.ymca.org 760-765-0642
Western horseback specialty camp in mountains east of San Diego. Spectacular trails, excellent instruction, all levels.
Riverside YMCA at Camp Elk Wrightwood,CA 951-685-5241
A camper's delight. Great leaders, good food, friends, campfires, games, and memories to last a lifetime.
Riverside YMCA at Camp Oakes Big Bear City,CA http://www.campoakes.org 909-685-5241
A campers delight. Great leaders, good food, friends, campfire, games, and memories to last a lifetime.
Schoepe Scout Reservation Warner Springs,CA http://www.ocbsa.org 714-546-4990
Boy Scout summer camp, open weekends and some holidays, family camps, new log cabins sleep 8; beautiful high desert.
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.
South Bay Fmly YMCA Summer Cmp Chula Vista,CA http://www.southbay.ymca.org 619-421-8805
Our responsibility is to be caring to all, treating all with honesty and respect in a fun, safe and exciting atmosphere.
Sproul Ranch 'Deaf Kids Kamp' Quartz Hill,CA http://www.deafkidskamp.com 877-399-5449
Deaf kampers only. Run by deaf individual. All kampers attend free. Famil y involvement required first/last day.
Tom Sawyer Camps Inc Altadena,CA http://www.tomsawyercamps.com 626-794-1156
Campers experience carefree, constructive activities in the out-of-doors like Tom Sawyer & Becky Thatcher.
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.
YMCA Camp Edwards Angelus Oaks,CA http://www.ymcacampedwards.org 909-794-1702
Traditional YMCA program that focuses on Christian heritage of the YMCA in a rustic mountain setting.
YMCA Camp Jones Gulch La Honda,CA http://www.campjonesgulch.org 650-747-1200
Camp Jones Gulch Resident, Travel, and Family Camps build character and develop habits that promote healthy relationships with others in a safe, fun environment
YMCA Camp Loma Mar Loma Mar,CA http://www.ymcaeastbay.org 650-879-0223
Located in the beautiful redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Busing available from the East Bay. Call for more info about camp and rentals.
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 East Valley Day Camp San Jose,CA 408-945-0919
Self-esteem specialty. Campers thrive in noncompetitive, caring atmosphere with opportunities to belong, learn, contribute. Outstanding staff.
YMCA Harold F Whittle Fawnskin,CA 909-866-3000
YMCA camp located in beautiful mountain area. Year-round modern facility dedicated to serving the youth and families of Los Angeles.
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.
Young Set Club Thousand Oaks,CA 805-495-2104
Year round day camp offers fun filled, exciting days,full and part-time available. Camp is open 6:30am - 6:30pm.
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