Lasting Adventures Youth Summer Camps

Lasting Adventures Youth Summer Camps offers Yosemite Summer Camps, Olympic National Park Summer Camps, and Youth Summer Camps for ages 11-18. The program includes youth and teen outdoor backpacking programs, with some itineraries that include one night a week in a front country campground and the rest of the nights in the backcountry. Olympic trips are described as backpacking every day but one on most trips, with an average of four to six hours per day, and Yosemite trips are described as backpacking 3-5 hours per day on moderate to strenuous terrain.

Programs

• Yosemite Summer Camps — 11-18
• Olympic National Park Summer Camps — 11-18
• Youth Summer Camps — 11-18 · Described as wilderness summer camps and outdoor youth summer camps.

At a glance

• Ages: 11–18 years old
• Current session: 2027 Yosemite summer camp departure dates (Jun 20–Jun 25, 2027); 2027 Yosemite summer camp departure dates (Aug 1–Aug 6, 2027); 2027 Yosemite summer camp departure dates (Jul 4–Jul 16, 2027)
• General schedule: Youth and teen outdoor backpacking programs; some itineraries include one night a week in a front country campground and the remainder of the nights in the backcountry. Olympic trips are described as backpacking every day but one on most trips, with an average of four to six hours per day. Yosemite trips are described as backpacking 3-5 hours per day on moderate to strenuous terrain.

About the provider

Lasting Adventures has operated since 1997. Its leadership team is described as experienced outdoor educators, professional guides, and top female guides. The program says it seeks to foster environmental stewardship, teach responsible recreation, and provide opportunities for personal growth through wilderness experiences. It also offers a nonprofit scholarship program for disadvantaged youth, families, and communities to experience America’s National Parks. The program lists 2012-2024 Traveler's Choice on Tripadvisor, more than 1,500 5-star client reviews online, and ratings that include #1 outdoor activity in Yosemite and #1 rated guide service on TripAdvisor.

Authorized permittee of Yosemite, Olympic, Joshua Tree, Sequoia/Kings Canyon, and Lassen Volcanic National Parks and the Inyo National Forest. Lifetime credit policy: cancel for any reason up to 30 days before your trip date and receive a transferable lifetime credit. Free date changes are allowed at least 30 days before current and new trip dates. Full refund if canceled within 48 hours of the original booking date.

What families say

““Best Backpacking Camp For Teens Out West (That Won’t Blow Your Adventure Budget)!”” — Outdoor Magazine

Last updated October 12, 2026.