California offers an array of day and overnight summer camps for kids and teens, providing diverse opportunities for adventure, learning, and personal growth. Whether nestled in the redwood forests, along the rugged coastline, or amidst the Sierra Nevada mountains, these camps offer a rich tapestry of experiences. Day camps cater to local communities, offering activities such as outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, sports, and STEM education during the day, with campers returning home each evening. Meanwhile, overnight camps provide immersive experiences, allowing participants to bond with nature and each other through activities like hiking, swimming, campfires, and leadership development. With California's diverse landscapes and mild climate, these camps provide the perfect setting for young individuals to forge lifelong friendships, discover new passions, and create cherished memories under the golden sun of the Golden State.
California Summer Camps
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The Oxbow School Summer Art Institute
CaliforniaAt the Oxbow Summer Art Institute students will have the opportunity to have the social, intellectual, and art experience that Oxbow is so well known for! Young artists are invited to immerse thems...
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ARCC Programs
US and InternationalAdventures Cross-Country (ARCC) is celebrating almost 40 years of offering diverse programs for teenagers in over 20 countries and all western states throughout North America, Asia, Africa, Caribbe...
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iD Tech Camps
United StatesGetting hands-on with the latest tech. Finding like-minded friends and expert mentors. Exploring a university campus and igniting a love for future learning. There’s so much to look forward to at i...
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WB Surf Camp
US & InternationalWe believe that surfing connects us to ourselves, nature and our community. Our mission is to cultivate a love and respect for the ocean by building confidence and developing character, while inspi...
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AstroCamp
CaliforniaCelebrating 30 years of Excellence in Science and Adventure! Launchyour own custom-made rocket at AstroCamp! Campers come each summer to makememories, have fun, and get hands-on science and astrono...
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SOCAPA -School of Creative & Performing Arts
CA, NY & VTCome join the next generation of visual and performing artists at SOCAPA - The School of Creative & Performing Arts. SOCAPA offers Summer Program intensives in Filmmaking, Acting, Music, Dance,...
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Summer Discovery
US and InternationalSummer Study Programs allows high school students to experience college life in a stimulating summertime environment where they are able to take classes and also participate in daily afternoon, eve...
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Camp Ocean Pines
United StatesWe’re Camp Ocean Pines on the central coast of California and we love awkward kids. We also love hyper kids and shy kids. We love creative kids and athletic kids - kids who ask too many questions a...
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Catalina Sea Camp
CaliforniaCelebrating over 40 years of Excellence in Ocean Adventure! Summer camp on Catalina Island is a great way to spend your summer! Catalina Sea Camp offers 60+ ocean adventure and traditional summer c...
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Outward Bound
US and InternationalOutward Bound is a national non-profit organization that offers hundreds of adventure-based, wilderness expeditions throughout the United States. With varying course lengths, activities and ages, O...
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Bold Earth Adventures
US & InternationalJoin Bold Earth for your best incredible adventure yet this summer! Our small group adventure camps focus on fun, friendship, and building kind and inclusive communities. Each adventure is between ...
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Rustic Pathways
US & InternationalSince 1983, Rustic Pathways has been empowering teens to create positive energy, great friendships, and meaningful impact through inspired student travel programs. Join travel adventures designed f...
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