Overnight Summer Camps in California

Idyllwild Arts Academy is the premier, internationally-acclaimed residential arts high school, ranked by Niche as the Best Private High School for the Arts in America two years in a row. With a unique blend of college-preparatory academics and pre-professional art courses, students develop into thoughtful Citizen Artists fully prepared to make an impact in the world.

At Jay Nolan Camp, we believe in fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and empowers every child to embrace their individuality. Our inclusive camp is designed for kids with and without disabilities where every child is valued, accepted, and given the opportunity to thrive. Our focus on inclusivity and neurodiversity is designed to create a setting where young minds can learn, play, and grow together.

Our summer jazz immersion programs are held on the beautiful campus of Stanford University. With classrooms, performance venues, food, and dormitories all in close proximity, SJW becomes a self-contained jazz village in which students stay focused on their jazz studies and interact easily and often with our great faculty and artists.

Joshua Tree Retreat Center offers transformative personal retreats and programs focused on spiritual living and well-being. Its unique rooms, designed with Organic Architecture, create an inspiring environment for self-discovery and growth.

Lazy W Ranch fosters Christian hospitality through immersive summer camp experiences and specialized weekend retreats, promoting personal growth and deep connections with nature and community. Participants engage in enriching activities that nurture interdependence and learning.

Youth engage in transformative week-long residential summer camps, exploring nature's beauty through streams, meadows, and hiking trails. These sessions foster spiritual growth and social connections, offering unique experiences in Junior, Mini, Wee, and CYF Summer Camps.

At Schoepe Scout Reservation at Lost Valley, we offer an exciting array of programs designed to engage and inspire Scouts of all ages. Our diverse program offerings include an extensive selection of merit badge options that cover various interests and skill sets. Whether it's honing wilderness survival skills, mastering archery techniques, exploring nature through ecology and conservation, or dirty jobs, there's something for everyone. In addition to merit badges, campers can participate in thrilling adventure activities like rock climbing, canoeing, swimming, and hiking.

The Maccabi Sports Camp experience is defined by the overnight camp environment where campers get to develop their sense of self away from home, combined with the warmth and meaning of Jewish community and culture.

Marsha's House offers 24-hour emergency shelter and childcare for at-risk children, focusing on child abuse prevention and intervention. It creates a nurturing environment that supports children's basic needs, fostering their learning and growth during family crises.

Meadowbrook summer camps provide engaging sleepaway and day camp experiences, featuring swimming lessons and tennis instruction led by professionals from the Kim Grant Tennis Academy and Nike Camps, ensuring skill development in a fun, supportive environment.

Mountain Meadow Ranch is a co-ed, sleepaway summer camp for ages 7 to 16, uniquely located on a spacious 900 acre ranch in the Sierra Nevada north of Lake Tahoe. We offer a traditional camp program, where our philosophy of Servant Leadership fosters character development and camp community bonding through the many activities we provide. Family-owned and operated since 1956, a true legacy of camping excellence.

Mt. Cross is a safe place for campers to explore and learn about their faith. Campers participate in daily large group worship services and small group bible studies. Our curriculum is based on the theology of the ELCA. Campers of all faith traditions or no religious affiliation are welcome.

A grass roots music camp offering classes, workshops and concerts featuring renowned world-class performers and teachers, at the Commonweal Gardens in Bolinas, CA.

Nike Boys Basketball Camp at William Jessup University offers young athletes a premier overnight experience to enhance their basketball skills. Led by experienced coaches, participants engage in structured training, fostering growth and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Join Nike Softball Camps and get excited for an amazing day or overnight camp experience at the University of San Diego. Campers will receive great instruction, train hard, and meet new friends in action-packed few days of camp. Campers attending the University of San Diego Nike Softball Camp are guaranteed to leave camp with new hitting and fielding tools! Coach Nicole Dall and the San Diego Mesa College coaching staff are excited to see you this summer as you continue to prepare and train for your upcoming softball seasons!

North Kern Christian School enriches students through engaging field trips, overnight camps, and weekly chapel services. It fosters a nurturing environment that emphasizes individualized attention and integrates a biblical worldview into quality education.

Kennolyn Camps Huntington Lake is a small, close-knit community where campers grades 6th-11th thrive with flexible activity choices and close counselor guidance where our staff knows every camper by name. Our campers develop lifelong emotional and social skills, are challenged to learn new things, and most of all have fun!

By carefully structuring our program and catering to the developmental needs and interests of various age groups, we have programs that can engage your camper from Elementary school to High School. It is comforting to know that you only have to do all that camp research once!

Experience a five-night camping adventure where youth learn independence, collaborate, and forge friendships. Enjoy evening campfires, swimming, organized activities, and arts and crafts, all while creating lasting memories in a supportive environment.

Pine Summit Camp immerses kids and teens in exciting overnight summer experiences, featuring games, sports, team building, arts, crafts, and campfires. Participants forge friendships and create lasting memories in a vibrant, engaging environment.