Overnight Summer Camps in California

Camp Pendola exists to build lasting relationships, form servant leaders, and teach stewardship of God's creation through Christian community living in the outdoors.

Since 1971, Camp Putah has been providing an outdoor education experience of a lifetime! Each day, campers bike to a campsite located west of the UC Davis campus on Putah Creek. There, campers partake in activities such as archery, canoeing, hiking, tie-dye, crafts and nature education.

This one-week camp is nestled within San Jose, Rainbow’s End offers an enchanting setting for a simple yet adventurous day camp experience. Surrounded by lush greenery and embracing a serene ambiance, campers delve into a variety of outdoor activities. From engaging nature walks along picturesque trails to imaginative arts and crafts sessions, campers find solace in a peaceful retreat conducive to exploration and creativity. With access to an inviting meadow for outdoor games and ample space for fun-filled group activities, Rainbow’s End fosters a joyful environment where campers discover, learn, and create lasting memories in the heart of nature.

We are an innovative Jewish summer camp located along the beautiful shores of Monterey Bay, California. Camp Ramah in Northern California offers an overnight camp experience that combines the excitement of specialty programming in ocean exploration, performing arts, and adventure sports with the cherished traditions, nurturing environment, and community-building of a traditional Ramah Camp.

Nothing can compensate for the anguish that childhood cancer inflicts, but since 1982, Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times® has helped thousands of children and their family members recapture hope, enthusiasm, and love of life in a medically and psychologically safe environment created especially for them. Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times® offers a variety of residential camping opportunities for cancer patients, their siblings and parents all year long!

We are reimagining summer camp and can’t wait to have you be a part of it. Join us for an unforgettable experience, filled with laughter and friendship among both new and familiar faces. Whether you're chilling by the pool, paddling on the lake, or trying your hand at archery, there's something for everyone. From casual games on the grass to quiet moments reading under the trees, our camp caters to both seasoned campers and first-timers. No need to prep, just come as you are—your adventure starts here.

Camp SEA Lab is excited to offer 3 fun-filled programs for overnight camp this summer. All programs are packed full of aquatic adventures and cool marine science activities.

Camp St Francis provides a wholesome Catholic setting for boys ages 7 - 13 to experience a meaningful and enjoyable summer with their peers. Following the educational principles of St. John Bosco, the camp provides a home, a playground, a school, and a church for the campers where they can learn about life and faith, while making new friends.

During the summer months of June through August, Tuolumne Trails hosts a series of overnight summer camps for people with disabilities. These programs include youth and adult overnight camps, family camps, and excursion camps.

In Yosemite National Park. Outstanding Christian camp. Activities: Horsemanship, climbing, aquatics, crafts, archery, more. Focus on Christ, friends, teamwork.

Summer Sleep Away Camp is provided in weekly sessions, packed full of excitement. Campers arrive each Sunday and depart the following Saturday. Campers will be in age-based cabin groups of no more than 10 kids and 2 counselors. Campers will experience the great outdoors at our ACA-accredited camps. Activities include hiking, a climbing course, swimming, field games, arts & crafts, and so much more!

A chance for New and seasoned “CaHiToites” to try something new and different. Activities at our Resident Camp will include Kayaking, Cookouts, Archery, Arts & Crafts, Rock Climbing, Orienteering, Nature Lore, Drama, Swimming, Hip Hop Dance and more.

What sets Canyon Creek apart as an extraordinary summer camp? Is it the thrilling activities, enchanting evening programs, scrumptious food, or our remarkable staff? It’s all these and more! Each camper has their favorites, but we see it as a tapestry of unforgettable experiences. For over two decades, we’ve been reimagining what a summer camp can be.

Catalina Island Camps develops life-long skills through fun and unique outdoor experiences in a community that cultivates respect for self, others and the environment. At CIC​, our programs are built around our mission and the unique marine and land environments of Howlands Landing.

Explore the wonders of Southern California's Catalina Island with qualified instructors of the marine sciences. Snorkel underwater gardens, kayak along the beautiful coastline, hike scenic island trails and enjoy traditional summer camp activities.

Explore the wonders of Southern California's Catalina Island with qualified instructors of the marine sciences. Snorkel underwater gardens, kayak along the beautiful coastline, hike scenic island trails and enjoy traditional summer camp activities.

Fostering the growth and development of youth through the formation of positive relationships with self, others, nature, and God.

Each summer, Cazadero is proud to help budding musicians take their talent to a new level. We help students develop technical ability, music comprehension, confidence, creativity and ensemble performance skill. Because students are engaged in five hours of practice each day, they make rapid progress at camp.

Since 1946 we have offered a children's summer camp. Our Christian overnight camp provides a variety of fun-filled activities, led by trained Christian staff members. Campers, grouped by age and birth gender, will make lifelong friends, develop new skills, grow closer to God, and enjoy a week of independence and responsibility.

Pine Springs Ranch (PSR) is a Christian camp and retreat center owned and operated by the Southeastern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. PSR is located on 481 acres near Mountain Center, CA, in the San Jacinto Mountains. Our site was purchased in 1961, replacing a 16-acre facility in nearby Idyllwild. Originally built to be a ranch-style summer camp, it has grown into one of the largest and most modern camp and conference centers of its kind on the West Coast.