Sierra Sleep-Away Camp

4.8

Bass Lake, CA 93604

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
Boys & girls aged 7-17Mon–Sun from 9:15AM5PM25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 7-17
Mon–Sun from 9:15AM5PM
25/day & 100/week

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Classic adventure, nature, and lifelong friendships await

Kids unplug, explore, and grow in a place surrounded by nature. Campers enjoy a huge variety of activities, build confidence, and make lifelong friends. Experienced and nurturing staff provide personal attention. It is a safe, fun, and memorable summer getaway. Family-run for over 50 years, enrollment is kept small for a close-knit feel.
Kids unplug, explore, and grow in a place surrounded by nature. Campers enjoy a huge variety of activities, build confidence, and make lifelong friends. Experienced and nurturing staff provide personal attention. It is a safe, fun, and memorable summer getaway. Family-run for over 50 years, enrollment is kept small for a close-knit feel.

Location & hours

Bass Lake, CA 93604

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Waterskiing
Wakeboarding
Kneeboarding
Tubing
Canoeing
Kayaking
Boating
Swimming
Hiking
Backpacking
Tent living
Campfire activities
Wilderness overnight
Tribal games
Yosemite exploration
Rappelling
Arts and crafts
Skits
Songs
Sailing
Snorkeling
Drama
Competitive events
Beach games
Boogie boarding
Surfing
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
Waterskiing
Wakeboarding
Kneeboarding
Tubing
Canoeing
Kayaking
Boating
Swimming
Hiking
Backpacking
Tent living
Campfire activities
Wilderness overnight
Tribal games
Yosemite exploration
Rappelling
Arts and crafts
Skits
Songs
Sailing
Snorkeling
Drama
Competitive events
Beach games
Boogie boarding
Surfing

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!