YMCA Camp Kern Overnight Camp

YMCA Camp Kern Overnight Camp offers Frontier Village for ages 7-9, Taste of Kern (TOK) for ages 7-9, Explorer Village for ages 9-11, Adventure Village for ages 11-13, and Pioneer Village for ages 13-14. Frontier Village, Explorer Village, Adventure Village, and Pioneer Village run Sunday-Friday, while Taste of Kern (TOK) runs Sunday-Tuesday or Wednesday-Friday.

Programs

• Frontier Village — Ages 7-9 · Sunday-Friday
• Taste of Kern (TOK) — Ages 7-9 · Sunday-Tuesday or Wednesday-Friday
• Explorer Village — Ages 9-11 · Sunday-Friday
• Adventure Village — Ages 11-13 · Sunday-Friday
• Pioneer Village — Ages 13-14 · Sunday-Friday

At a glance

• Ages: 7–14 years old

About the provider

YMCA Camp Kern Overnight Camp has been operating since 1910. Its mission is to unleash the potential in all through enriching outdoor experiences.

What families say

“Wow! Elizabeth had such growth in just one week. I wish I could send her to more sessions (she asked to return before we even left the parking lot). She came home and was excited to show us the camp songs and tell us how she had grown up over the last week. I can already see the impact the week at camp has made.” — Mom of Camper

“My kids went to Camp Kern for the first time and loved it! Two weeks later, they’re still talking about it. We’ll be back next year!” — Camp Parent

“This was my daughter’s first time. She hasn’t stopped talking about it and can’t wait to return. It’s so comforting knowing she felt safe, happy, and at home.” — Camp Parent

Last updated October 26, 2026.