Camp Scherman Family Camp

⛺️ Girl Scouts of Orange County
📍 San Jacinto Mountains, CA

Pack up the crew for a weekend of fresh mountain air and good old-fashioned camp fun! Camp Scherman’s Family Camp is open to everyone (Girl Scout or not!) and has all the classics: hiking, archery, canoeing, crafts, campfire singalongs, and games for all ages.

Bring your own tent, RV, or camper—or skip the setup and stay in one of their cozy cabins. Prefer to keep it easy? Sign up for the meal plan, or if you’re feeling adventurous, cook your own (but you have to bring your own propane stove)!

Dates: August 29 – September 1, 2025

Montecito Sequoia Lodge Family Camp

⛺️ Montecito Sequoia Lodge
📍 Near Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Montecito Sequoia Lodge is a classic, all-inclusive, year-round lodge and summer family camp located between Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks.

Spend summer days with archery, boating, fencing, hiking, paintball, lake swimming, arts & crafts, and more. Evenings bring special events, campfires, and star-studded Sierra skies. Kids (ages 2-18) can join optional age-group programs with fun counselors while parents and grandparents enjoy their own activities—or just relax.

Lodging, meals, and activities? All covered. From rustic cabins to upscale lakeview suites, there’s a spot for every family. Plus, enjoy home-cooked buffet-style meals with a salad bar, vegetarian options, and even a 24/7 complimentary snack bar (because camp appetites are no joke).

Dates: August 29 – September 1, 2025 (6-night sessions)

Skylake Yosemite Family Camp

⛺️ Skylake Yosemite Camp
📍 Bass Lake, CA

Wake up in your own rustic but comfy bunkhouse, fuel up with a buffet-style feast, then head to the private dock on Bass Lake for some serious fun in the sun.

Days are filled with boating, swimming, hiking, and even a free horseback ride for every paying guest. The dining hall, lakeside porch, and rec room keep the camp vibes strong, with plenty of space to kick back and connect.

No cooking, no planning—just easy, all-inclusive family glamping with plenty of adventure (and zero stress).

2025 Family Camp Schedule:

Weekend A: May 23 – May 26, 2025 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Weekend B: May 29 – June 1, 2025
Weekend C: August 14 – August 17, 2025
Weekend D: August 21 – August 24, 2025

Camp Stevens Family Camp

⛺️ Camp Stevens
📍 Julian, CA

Escape to the mountains for a stress-free, all-inclusive family getaway where everything—lodging, meals, and activities—is covered. Stay in private rooms, enjoy buffet-style meals, and fill your days with as much (or as little) activity as you want.

Try your hand at archery, tie-dye, the climbing wall, swimming, staff-led hikes, culinary projects, arts and crafts, and family-friendly trivia. Meet the camp’s pigs and goats, relax by the campfire with s’mores, and, for the grown-ups, unwind with a beer or wine tasting.

2025 Family Camp Schedule:

Mother’s Day Family Camp: May 9-11, 2025 – Special activities include a winery tour for parents, childcare options, and a brunch buffet.

Memorial Day Family Camp: May 24-26, 2025 – Relax by the pool, enjoy a family barbecue, and explore local peaks.

Harvest Weekend Family Camp: October 10-12, 2025 – Get hands-on with farm and garden activities, try a farm-to-table harvest meal, and cook with ingredients grown on-site.

Gratitude Family Camp: November 28-29, 2025 – Celebrate the season with an autumnal feast, tree decorating, and the annual Family Turkey Cup.

Camp Fox Family Camp

⛺️ YMCA of Glendale
📍 Catalina Island, CA

Spend Labor Day weekend on island time at Camp Fox, where everything—boat transportation, lodging, meals, and nonstop activities—is covered. Just hop on the boat in Long Beach, and let the adventure begin!

Do as much or as little as you want. Fill your days with snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, high ropes, kayaking, archery, rock climbing, hiking, crafts, and gaga ball. Or just kick back on the beach and soak up the sun. Evenings bring campfires, skits, and songs—because what’s camp without a little singing?

Dates: August 30 – September 1, 2025

Roar & Snore Safari

⛺️ San Diego Zoo Safari Park
📍 Escondido, CA

Forget cabins and campgrounds—this sleepover takes place inside the San Diego Zoo Safari Park! Spend the night surrounded by wildlife, explore the park after dark, and see what the animals are up to when the sun goes down.

This overnight adventure includes a private nighttime walking tour, a ride on the Africa Tram, and a morning wildlife presentation before the park opens. There’s plenty of camp fun too, with s’mores and campfire stories under the stars.

Dates: Offered Year-Round

YMCA Sequoia Lake Family Camps

⛺️ YMCA Sequoia Lake
📍 Sequoia National Forest, CA

Two camps, one unforgettable summer. Whether you’re looking for high-energy adventure or a laid-back lakeside retreat, YMCA Sequoia Lake has the perfect family getaway.

Camp Tulequoia offers a more activity-packed experience, with a central dining hall, game areas, and 34 campsites. Kids can dive into science, crafts, and outdoor adventures while parents explore or relax.

Camp Sequoia is known for its slower pace and long-standing traditions, with 27 sites ranging from rustic cabins to lakefront apartments. It’s ideal for families looking to soak up lake views, quiet moments, and generations-old camp traditions.

Both camps include Kids Club, Tween Time, Sapling Center for little ones (0-4), swimming, boating, fishing, ropes courses, and classic camp fun like tie-dye, campfires, and stargazing.

Tulequoia Dates: June 13 – August 1, 2025
Sequoia Dates: June 15 – August 2, 2025

Family Vacation Center – UC Santa Barbara

⛺️ UC Santa Barbara
📍 Santa Barbara, CA

Kick back on the university’s campus at this all-inclusive, beachside family camp, where lodging, meals, activities, and childcare are all covered. Stay in private suites with daily housekeeping, enjoy buffet-style meals, and take part in family picnics, an adults-only dinner, and a beach BBQ.

Kids (ages 1 month-18) get their own fun-filled schedule with age-specific camps, field trips, classic camp games, surf lessons, and more. Families can swim, bike, play tennis, or just relax on the beach.

Dates: June 22 – August 14, 2025

Camp Catalina White’s Landing

⛺️ Camp Catalina White’s Landing
📍 Catalina Island, CA

If a beachfront family camp sounds like your kind of getaway, Camp Catalina is the spot. Instead of mountain hikes and forest trails, you’ll spend your days kayaking, fishing, snorkeling, or just relaxing by the water.

Accommodations? Real beds. Electricity. Private decks. Whether you’re in a beach cabin, bell tent, or classic tent, you’ll have everything you need to be comfortable.

Kids can join the Trapper Adventure Program, while families can enjoy wilderness skills, yoga, and plenty of beach time. Evenings wrap up with campfires, s’mores, and stargazing—because some camp traditions are good no matter where you are.

Dates: March 14 – November 11, 2025

Bruin Woods Family Camp

⛺️ UCLA’s Family Resort
📍 Lake Arrowhead, CA

For UCLA alumni, faculty, and staff, Bruin Woods is a one-of-a-kind family camp experience. Set on 50 wooded, mountain acres at Lake Arrowhead, this all-inclusive, 6-day getaway is packed with activities for kids, teens, and adults.

Kids are entertained with group adventures, sports, and arts & crafts, led by UCLA student counselors. Meanwhile, parents can relax lakeside, take a fitness class, or join special adult programs. Activities include tennis, pickleball, volleyball, hiking, and pool time.

Dates: June 22 – August 26, 2025