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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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Camps in the California Region are:
Camp Concord South Lake Tahoe,CA http://www.campconcord.org 925-671-3273
Lake Tahoe's best resident camping in a safe, fun, growth oriented environment. Superior staff, incredible locations.
Adventure Day Camp Walnut Creek,CA http://www.adventuredaycamp.com 925-937-6500
A traditional day camp offering activities such as swimming, horseback riding, sports, art, sailing, kayaking, campout, drama, small groups with amazing staff.
Azalea Trails Girl Scout Camp Idyllwild,CA 909-307-6555
Azalea Trails is a small rustic camp in the San Jacinto Mts. Activities include hiking, leadership, songs, games, horses, & more. Non Girl Scouts welcome.
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 A Lot San Diego,CA 619-685-1175
Summer resident camp for children & adults with developmental disabilities.
Camp Bloomfield Malibu,CA http://www.juniorblind.org 323-295-4555
A unique, social & recreational opportunity with peers. International & American counselors provide caring guidance.
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 Coulter Pines Wrightwood,CA 760-249-3822
A fun oriented camp surrounded by the beautiful national forest. The YMCA camping program builds strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Camp Doodles Mill Valley,CA http://www.campdoodles.com 415-388-4386
A really fun summer day camp in Mill Valley, California. Camp Doodles creates a fun 'home away from home' ambiance for their participants.
Camp Edward L Kopszywa 'ELK' Wrightwood,CA http://www.sgymca.org 760-249-3822
Camp offers traditional YMCA camping activities. Located in the beautiful Angeles National Forest just minutes away from Mountain High Ski Resort and Wrightwood
Camp Fire USA, Camp Wintaka Running Springs,CA http://www.campfirelb.org 562-421-2725
Mountain setting. Traditional program plus specialty activities for 7th-11th grades. Overnights in meadow and camp outposts.
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 Gan Israel San Diego,CA http://www.cgisd.com 858-566-1996
Campers make friends and learn about Jewish culture through games and activities in a fun-filled, enriching environment.
Camp Gan Israel Goleta,CA http://www.ganizzysb.com 805-683-1544
The Best Jewish Camp for the Best Children...Yours. Gan Izzy-made from the best staff on earth.
Camp Good in the Hood Los Angeles,CA 323-935-8127
We offer a safe, caring place to play, build community, & experience love & acceptance through this camp ministry.
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 Hollywoodland Hollywood,CA 323-467-7193
Traditional camp for girls 6-17 with emphasis on nature, crafts and social skills. Parent-child weekends in the spring.
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 Kochav Jewish Comm Ctr San Francisco,CA http://www.jccsf.org 415-292-1265
Open to children of all faiths and backgrounds. Swimming, art, field trips, overnights, sports, drama, Jewish content, and teen programs.
Camp Lakota Frazier Park,CA http://www.sfvgsc.org 818-886-1801
Beautiful mountain camp, sleep under the stars. Excellent leadership and equestrian programs. Heated pool.
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 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 Okizu Berry Creek,CA http://www.okizu.org 415-382-9083
A special place for children with cancer and their siblings. Family weekends
Camp Oliver Descanso,CA http://www.campoliver.com 619-445-5945
Located 45 miles east of San Diego, we offer a camping experience for youth of all backgrounds. Exploring nature, developing social skills, lasting memories.
Camp S.E.A. Lab Seaside,CA http://www.campsealab.org 831-582-3681
Camp Sea Lab fosters excitement, scientific understanding and stewardship of ourcoasts and oceans with hands-on aquatic programs to excite youth about the ocean
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 Sunchasers - Echo Park Los Angeles,CA 213-847-0096
Sunchasers is a safe nurturing environment where kids can learn, grow and be themselves in a positive diverse community.
Camp Unalayee Callahan,CA http://www.unalayee.org 650-969-6313
Multicultural, backpacking, wilderness skills, canoeing, leadership training, rock climbing, arts & crafts, fun.
Camp Unique Portola Valley,CA http://www.campunique.com 800-260-2267
Day and Boarding Camp. Emphasis on learning & fun. Mature staff provide expert instruction in athletics, the arts, horsebackriding, biking, & outdoor living
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
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.
CCJCC Camps Walnut Creek,CA http://www.ccjcc.org 925-938-7800
At Camp Shelanu we build friendships & memories to last a lifetime. Come join our camp. Join our community. It's always a funtastic summer at the CCJCC.
Cherry Valley Avalon,CA 626-351-8815
Premier Oceanfront, with emphasis on self-esteem, confidence, cooperating with others. BSA, non-BSA groups welcome.
Circle V Ranch Santa Barbara,CA http://www.svdpla.org 323-224-6213
A lay organization whose mission is to serve children by providing outdoor experiences that build self-esteem.
Copley YMCA Summer Day Camp San Diego,CA http://www.ymca.org 619-283-2251
The Copley Family YMCA offers Day camp in the spring, summer and winter for kids 5-12. Breakfast and snack provided along with arts, sports, computers and more.
CYO Summer Camp Occidental,CA http://www.cyocamp.org 707-874-0203
CYO camp provides an experience for youth-of all backgrounds and faiths-that encourages human development through a connection to self, others, nature and God.
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.
Enchanted Hills Camp for Blind Napa,CA http://www.lighthouse-sf.org 415-431-1481
Serving people of all ages and varying degrees of vision loss, Enchanted Hills offers traditional camp programs in an accessible way.
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.
Harker Summer Camp San Jose,CA http://www.harker.org 408-871-4600
Qualified staff & beautiful facility morning academic program, afternoon sports recreation & all camp activities group & individual activities. Coed Day Camp.
Jackie Robinson YMCA Day San Diego,CA http://www.jackierobinson.ymca.org 619-224-0940
The Jackie Robinson Family YMCA offers week long day camp for 12 summer weeks that includes sports, arts, crafts, games, swimming, field trips and more.
Jay Nolan Camp Mission Hills,CA http://www.jaynolan.org 818-361-6400
Jay Nolan camp is an inclusive camp for children with/without autism, with emphasis on respecting differences, teamwork, and cultivating positive relationships.
JCC Camp Komaroff Long Beach,CA http://www.alpertjcc.org/camps.aspx 562-426-7601
New campus with arts and craft rooms. Full size gym, outdoor play area for kids in K-6th. Offering swimming daily, fun field trips and Jewish culture.
Joe & Mary Mottino Family YMCA Oceanside,CA 760-758-0808
Day Camp offers traditional & speciality camps including gymnastics, sports & other fun, camps in the North Country.
La Jolla YMCA La Jolla,CA http://lajolla.ymca.org 858-453-3483
Day camp & caravan trips. Serving children (4-16 yrs) through a large variety of exciting camp options. Specialty sports
Lake Mission Viejo Day Camp Mission Viejo,CA http://www.lakemissionviejo.org 949-770-7049
LMV Camps offer members 3-14 an exciting menu of activities in 1 of 4 separate, age-appropriate groups. Classic summer fun in a 1st rate resort-style atmosphere
Lakewood YMCA Day Camp Lakewood,CA 562-425-7431
At the Weingart-Lakewood Family YMCA, we offer quality day camp programs with a wide variety of activities everyday.
Los Altos Family YMCA Day Camp Long Beach,CA http://www.lbymca.org 562-596-3394
Winter, spring, and summer camps East Long Beach, Belmont Shores, Naples, Rossmoor, and Seal Beach 9am-5pm, extended care available pre-kinder-12th grade. Fun.
Luther Village/Camp Yolijwa Oak Glen,CA http://www.lrccsca.org 909-797-9183
Warm, supportive, caring staff. Camp fun, Christian values, campfires. Spirit filled counselors, worship & Bible study.
Magdalena Ecke YMCA Camps Encinitas,CA http://ecke.ymca.org 760-942-9622
Residential and/or Day Camp:
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.
North Bay YMCA Swison,CA http://www.ymcasf.org/northbay 707-421-8746
North Bay YMCA offers summer daycamp/daycare for children 6 to 13 years old. Children develip skills, grow personally & claify values through fun activities.
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
Osher Marin JCC Day Camp San Rafael,CA http://www.marinjcc.org 415-444-8055
Camp includes music, drama, swimming, arts & crafts, sports, nature & Judaic culture. Camps include field trips, overnights and specialty camps.
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.
Peninsula Family YMCA San Diego,CA http://www.peninsula.ymca.org 619-226-8888
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Peninsula Family YMCA Day Camp San Mateo,CA http://www.peninsulafamilyymca.org 650-286-9622
Day camp offers caring experienced leaders to lead sports, crafts, games & field trips. Financial assistance available.
Rancho Family YMCA San Diego,CA 858-484-8788
The Rancho YMCA offers 40 speciality camps & aquatic programs. Camps range from traditional to rock climbing, surf, sports, and arts.
Rawhide Ranch Bonsall,CA http://www.rawhideranch.com 760-758-0083
Welcome to the 'Old West'. Learn to ride in our CHA-accredited western riding program; vaulting lessons, animal care & plenty of other activities to enjoy.
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.
RM Pyles Boys Camp Kernville,CA http://www.pylescamp.com 661-294-1394
Participants are disadvantaged, at-risk boys 12-14, selected through law enforcement agencies and local school districts.
Shasta Camp Cherith Nevada City,CA http://www.shasta-camp-cherith.org 408-997-3639
Shasta Camp Cherith is a non-denominational Christian camp. Our program consists of small cabin groups and mature staff.
Sierra Adventure Camps Santa Monica,CA http://www.sierraadventurecamps.com 310-392-3100
Life long aquatic skills taught, beautiful lake & ocean settings. Lmtd Enrollment. Much Individual guidance & attention.
Sierra Canyon Day Camp Chatsworth,CA http://www.sierracanyondaycamp.com 818-882-8121
A special place for children. Rustic setting, outstanding staff. Many activities, including 110 ft waterslide, schedule flexibilty.
Sonoma Cty YMCA Grant Day Camp Petaluma,CA 707-544-1829
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Sonoma Cty YMCA Olivet Sports Santa Rosa,CA 707-544-1829
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Sonoma Cty YMCA Strawberry Santa Rosa,CA 707-544-1829
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Stonestown Family YMCA Day Cmp San Francisco,CA http://www.ymcasf.org 415-242-7101
Day camp offers fun safe environment for campers to grow and explore. Well trained qualified staff and low ratios.
Tautona Girl Scout Camp Angelus Oaks,CA 909-307-6555
Swimming, canoeing, hiking, mtn biking, cookouts, campfires & crafts - a few of the things you can do at Camp Tautona.
THE Horse Camp Kagel Canyon,CA http://www.familyequestrianconnection.com 818-899-5402
Focusing daily on serious classical riding as well as safety, team building skills, cooperation, understanding, horse games, crafts, trips, and more.
The Rowdy Ridge Gang Camp Torrance,CA http://www.rowdyridge.org 310-791-7627
Our camp serves families,mothers & children who have suffered thru substance abuse & domestic violence.Invitation only.
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.
Tumbleweed Day Camp Los Angeles,CA http://www.twforever.com 310-472-7474
Rustic site, modern/traditional activities. Door-to-door transportation. Safety, fun, personal attention for your child. Established 1954.
URJ Camp Newman Santa Rosa,CA http://www.campnewmanswig.org 707-571-7567
Build friendships & enjoy excellent recreation & art program in reform Jewish community. Entering 2nd-8th grade.
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 of Orange Day Camp Orange,CA http://ymcaoforange.org 714-633-9622
Highlight of the summer. Excursions to amusement parks, beaches, museums & sporting events. Fills up fast. Fun, fun.
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.
YMCA S Vley Family Day & Sport San Jose,CA http://www.southvalleyymca.org 408-226-9622
Day camp program with special emphasis on character skill development - excellent, safe, well-trained staff.
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