Orange YMCA at Camp Oakes
4.7
47400 Monte Vista Drive, Big Bear City, CA 92314
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
STEM
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
STEM
Boys & girls aged 8-17•Mon–Sun from 9AM–5PM•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 8-17
Mon–Sun from 9AM–5PM
25/day & 100/week
Mon–Sun from 9AM–5PM
25/day & 100/week
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Classic mountain adventure, friendships, and lifelong memories
Mountain adventures, classic camp activities, and a strong sense of community await your child. Kids build confidence and make friends in a safe environment. The program helps children grow as leaders and team players. Fun, personal growth, and belonging are at the heart of the experience. The camp offers nutritious meals and snacks. Transportation is provided and financial assistance is available.
Mountain adventures, classic camp activities, and a strong sense of community await your child. Kids build confidence and make friends in a safe environment. The program helps children grow as leaders and team players. Fun, personal growth, and belonging are at the heart of the experience. The camp offers nutritious meals and snacks. Transportation is provided and financial assistance is available.
Location & hours
47400 Monte Vista Drive, Big Bear City, CA 92314
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
Zip Line
Canoeing
Swimming
Archery
BB Guns
Gaga Ball
Fishing
Slingshots
Low Ropes
High Ropes
Astronomy
Campfires
Climbing Tower
Mine Chute Slides
Hiking
Team Building
Arts and Crafts
Nature Lore
Skits
Camp Songs
Outdoor Cooking
Leadership Training
Picnics
Boating
Outdoor Games
Group Bonding
Decision Making
Life Sciences
Field Trips
Basketball
Volleyball
Drama
Music
Frisbee Golf
Organized Sports
Character Development
Morning Inspiration
Stargazing
Outdoor Living Skills
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
STEM
Zip Line
Canoeing
Swimming
Archery
BB Guns
Gaga Ball
Fishing
Slingshots
Low Ropes
High Ropes
Astronomy
Campfires
Climbing Tower
Mine Chute Slides
Hiking
Team Building
Arts and Crafts
Nature Lore
Skits
Camp Songs
Outdoor Cooking
Leadership Training
Picnics
Boating
Outdoor Games
Group Bonding
Decision Making
Life Sciences
Field Trips
Basketball
Volleyball
Drama
Music
Frisbee Golf
Organized Sports
Character Development
Morning Inspiration
Stargazing
Outdoor Living Skills
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
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What people are saying
4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!
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