Mountain Camp Marin

Mountain Camp Marin offers activities such as Archery, LARPing, Arts & Crafts, Music, and time in a Swimming Pool. The program is a co-ed summer day camp for campers in grades K–8 and includes opportunities for campers to choose their own activities during the day.

• Ages: 5–13 years old

Mountain Camp Marin describes itself as a K–8 day camp that offers the closeness and community feel of an overnight camp. The camp focuses on outdoor fun, creativity, and personal growth in a tech-free environment and includes a values program called STARFISH, which stands for Sportsmanship, Togetherness, Appreciation, Respect, Friendship, Integrity, Sensitivity, and Helpfulness. The program states that it is designed to promote social-emotional development, build confidence, grow independence, forge friendships, and develop important 21st century skills. Mountain Camp Marin reports a three-year research study with the Stanford Graduate School of Education on the beneficial impacts of the camp experience on child development. The camp states that it is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of the program and that it aims for every camper to feel a sense of belonging. One testimonial notes, “Our camper loved his time at Mountain Camp. The counselors were so organized and enthusiastic. Best camp we’ve done yet!”

Last updated March 28, 2026.