Overnight Summer Camps in California

Shady Creek Outdoor School and Event Center is a residential environmental science camp where students take part in hands-on classes in creek ecology, forest ecology, geology, avian ecology, native cultures, sensory awareness, survival skills, and...

CampCare Nevada includes daily activities such as arts and crafts, performing arts, sports and recreation, conservation projects, swimming, waterfront activities, safety and wildlife sessions, and history-focused activities. Campers move through...

Camp It Up! Family Camp is an annual family camp that brings queer families together each summer. The program gathers families in nature and creates space for them to connect with one another across generations. • Ages: 0–18 years old Camp It Up!...

Camp Chrysalis, a small overnight nature camp, was founded in 1982 by two Berkeley educators and has developed a distinctive approach to environmental education, offering children rich experiences that combine recreation, learning, and personal...

FIELDGUIDES Outdoor Education Programs includes camping and backpacking experiences that range from camping overnights to week-long backpacking trips. The program offers activities such as coastal science, redwood ecology, and gold rush history,...

SMASH is a program that offers CS, AI, and ML courses as part of its academic learning and experiential engagement in STEM fields. The program includes both a residential program and a virtual program, including a free residential option that...

Camp Unalayee Summer Camp includes activities such as boating, backpacking, making crafts, day-hikes, swimming, and fishing. The program also includes learning leadership skills as part of the camp experience. • Ages: 10–17 years old Camp Unalayee...

Camp Ramah in Northern California offers an overnight camp experience that includes specialty programming in ocean exploration, performing arts, and adventure sports. The program also includes sports majors through the Ramah Sports Academy track,...

LV Sun Summer Camp includes activities such as campfires, horseback riding, archery, ropes courses, canoeing and kayaking, and hiking. The program is part of the broader work of Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada. • Schedule: On average, a...

Battle Born Youth ChalleNGe Academy is a military-based training program that includes activities in Life Coping Skills, Service to the Community, Academic Excellence, Physical Fitness, Health and Hygiene, Responsible Citizenship, Job Skills, and...

Skylake Yosemite Camp offers a traditional sleepaway summer camp experience with daily Yosemite National Park day trips, weekly backpack trips, and a wide range of in-camp activities. Campers take part in waterfront activities such as swimming,...

Vida Verde Nature Education Overnight Environmental Education Program is a 3-day overnight program where students take a long hike in the Redwood Forest, participate in a Night Hike, and spend time at a Farm & Goat program. The program also includes...

Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times offers year-round, medically supervised camp programs for children with cancer and their families. The camp provides a variety of overnight, recreational, and meeting accommodations for up to 200 people, including...

FC Bayern offers elite, high-performance soccer training led by official FC Bayern coaches. This Chula Vista program is a residential camp designed specifically for U16–U18 players, with a focus on advanced technical development, tactical...

Montecito Sequoia Lodge Summer Family Camp offers all-inclusive family camp sessions that include activities such as archery, riflery, arts and crafts, photography, swimming, horse riding, hiking, biking, mountain biking, rock climbing, art, yoga,...

Camp Wamp offers a variety of activities for children, including fishing, canoeing, singing around the campfire, hiking, and participating in survival challenges. The camp is located near North Lake Tahoe in the High Sierras, providing a scenic...

Farm Camp offers a traditional summer camp experience on a real working farm. Campers play an integral role in caring for the animals and garden, with a focus on environmental sustainability. The camp is located in the coastal redwoods of Sonoma...

Camp Ramah in Northern California offers a variety of activities including ocean exploration, performing arts, and adventure sports. The camp is located along the beautiful shores of Monterey Bay, California, providing a scenic backdrop for its...

Thunderbird Ranch provides an unforgettable summer experience for children with an abundance of activities designed to mirror our philosophy and goals while at the same time foster self-esteem and confidence in a safe, warm and caring family...

Youth Camp focuses on developing strong, independent, moral leaders through youth programming designed to promote both spiritual and personal growth. While campers enjoy an array of activities like archery, high ropes*, kayaking*, or sailing*, they...