Surf, swim, sail, and explore marine life at the best water-based camps in Long Beach, OC, and LA. Perfect for kids who love the ocean!
Long Beach – Summer sailing camp for ages 6-15. ABYC is designed to introduce young kids to the exciting world of sailing through a mix of hands-on activities, games, and creative learning, June 15 – August 14. Read More
Newport Beach – Camp James is a beloved Orange County tradition set along the scenic Back Bay, offering kids a summer packed with archery, go-karts, rock climbing, kayaking, and daily water activities. Ages 5-13, June 8 – August 14. Read More
Huntington Beach – Campers learn ocean safety and surfing fundamentals in a fun, group setting. Wetsuits and surfboards are provided, plus everyone receives a free t-shirt. Junior Camp (ages 5+), Surf Camp (ages 5+) and Boogie Camp (ages 5-10). June 3 – August 21, 2026. Read More
Huntington Beach – Group and private swim lessons are offered during the summer. Class offerings include: Parent and Me, Transitional Parent and Me, Preschool (ages 3-5), Level 1-5 (ages 6+) and Water Polo. June 22 – August 6, 2026. Read More
Long Beach – Long Beach Parks offers Summer Day Camps, Aquatics Beach Camps, and Nature Discovery Camps filled with games, swimming, kayaking, and hands-on exploration. Ages 3–12, June 15 – August 21, 2026. Read More
Irvine – One-week summer camp for youth (ages 6-12) at Wild Rivers Waterpark. Campers learn lifesaving skills, plus get to go on some of the park’s waterslides. June 15 – August 10, 2026. Read More
Greater Long Beach Area- Aqualand offers four summer programs where kids can enjoy summer on the water including Boogie Wonderland (ages 4-8), Bay Camp (ages 6-10), Ocean Prep (ages 6-12), and Surf Camp (ages 8 and up). June – August. Read More
Long Beach – Children (ages 3-12) will join aquarium educators to explore the habitats and animals of the Pacific Ocean. Campers can feed animals, tour exhibits, and participate in hands-on learning activities. June 15 – August 21, 2026 Read More
La Jolla – Children (ages 4-13) explore underwater worlds and meet ocean creatures. Activities include games, crafts, science, surfing, and snorkeling. June 15 – August 7, 2026. Read More
Newport Beach – Newport Sea Base offers a variety of summer programs and classes for kids and teens (ages 5-17) from bay and ocean fishing, sailing, rowing, kayaking to woodworking, oceanography, and engineering. June 8 – August 14, 2026. Read More
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