Camp-A-Lot

4.8

12561 Hwy. 79, Descanso, CA 91916

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Boys & girls aged 5-70•Mon–Sun from 3PM–11AM•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 5-70
Mon–Sun from 3PM–11AM
25/day & 100/week

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Where every camper belongs and thrives

Dedicated to providing a safe, joyful, and inclusive summer experience for children, teens, and adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities. It offers an exceptional staff-to-camper ratio, fully accessible facilities, and various activities. The camp focuses on building confidence and lifelong friendships. Open to ages 5–70, it's ACA accredited with a nurse on-site and offers financial aid.
Dedicated to providing a safe, joyful, and inclusive summer experience for children, teens, and adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities. It offers an exceptional staff-to-camper ratio, fully accessible facilities, and various activities. The camp focuses on building confidence and lifelong friendships. Open to ages 5–70, it's ACA accredited with a nurse on-site and offers financial aid.

Location & hours

12561 Hwy. 79, Descanso, CA 91916

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

Hiking
Arts-Crafts
Campfire-Songs
Talent-Shows
Swimming
Carnivals
Theme-Dances
Camp-Olympics
Kickball
T-Ball
Softball
Dinosaur-Egg-Hunts
Cooking
Dance-Classes
Soap-Making
Frisbee-Golf
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Hiking
Arts-Crafts
Campfire-Songs
Talent-Shows
Swimming
Carnivals
Theme-Dances
Camp-Olympics
Kickball
T-Ball
Softball
Dinosaur-Egg-Hunts
Cooking
Dance-Classes
Soap-Making
Frisbee-Golf

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.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

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

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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