Camp Tawonga
4.7
|
31201 Mather Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
Offers a unique experience: Kids disconnect from screens and engage with nature, friendships, and Jewish values. The staff supports self-confidence, independence, and belonging. Families love the inclusive atmosphere and the Yosemite setting. Your child will gain new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends, plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Offers a unique experience: Kids disconnect from screens and engage with nature, friendships, and Jewish values. The staff supports self-confidence, independence, and belonging. Families love the inclusive atmosphere and the Yosemite setting. Your child will gain new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends, plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Offers a unique experience: Kids disconnect from screens and engage with nature, friendships, and Jewish values. The staff supports self-confidence, independence, and belonging. Families love the inclusive atmosphere and the Yosemite setting. Your child will gain new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends, plus a stronger sense of self and community.
About Camp Tawonga
About Camp Tawonga
Unplug, connect, and grow in Yosemite’s wild beauty
Philosophy: Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Philosophy: Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Philosophy: Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Ages:
2
-
18
years old
Pricing:
$320
/day
$1,795
/week
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Boys & girls aged 2-18•Mon–Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
Summer Camp 2025:
• 1-week sessions: $1,795
• 2-week sessions: $4,995
• 3-week sessions: $6,495
• Teen Leadership (3.5-4 weeks): $6,995
Family Camps:
• Memorial/Labor Day (4 days): $715 (ages 2+), $395 (under 2)
• Standard 4-day: $650 (ages 2+), $350 (under 2)
• 3-day: $550 (ages 2+), $295 (under 2)
Adult Programs:
• Adults Unplugged (3 days): $695
• Women's Weekend (4 days): $775
Financial assistance and first-time camper grants available.
Registration opens in tiers: Priority (Nov 12, 2024), Early (Nov 18, 2024), Open (Dec 4, 2024).
Summer Camp 2025:
• 1-week sessions: $1,795
• 2-week sessions: $4,995
• 3-week sessions: $6,495
• Teen Leadership (3.5-4 weeks): $6,995
Family Camps:
• Memorial/Labor Day (4 days): $715 (ages 2+), $395 (under 2)
• Standard 4-day: $650 (ages 2+), $350 (under 2)
• 3-day: $550 (ages 2+), $295 (under 2)
Adult Programs:
• Adults Unplugged (3 days): $695
• Women's Weekend (4 days): $775
Financial assistance and first-time camper grants available.
Registration opens in tiers: Priority (Nov 12, 2024), Early (Nov 18, 2024), Open (Dec 4, 2024).
Summer Camp 2025:
• 1-week sessions: $1,795
• 2-week sessions: $4,995
• 3-week sessions: $6,495
• Teen Leadership (3.5-4 weeks): $6,995
Family Camps:
• Memorial/Labor Day (4 days): $715 (ages 2+), $395 (under 2)
• Standard 4-day: $650 (ages 2+), $350 (under 2)
• 3-day: $550 (ages 2+), $295 (under 2)
Adult Programs:
• Adults Unplugged (3 days): $695
• Women's Weekend (4 days): $775
Financial assistance and first-time camper grants available.
Registration opens in tiers: Priority (Nov 12, 2024), Early (Nov 18, 2024), Open (Dec 4, 2024).
Activities & amenities
Activities & amenities
Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:
Swimming
Hiking
Backpacking
Rock Climbing
Kayaking
Paddleboating
Arts and Crafts
Pottery
Tie-Dye
Copper Enameling
Archery
Basketball
Jewish Programming
Music
Wilderness Exploration
Challenge Course
Gardening
Community Building
Outdoor Cooking
Nature Studies
Campfires
River Rafting
Environmental Education
Israeli Handball
Sports
Camping
Outdoor Adventure
Sea Kayaking
Canoeing
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Birthdays:
**Birthdays are celebrated for campers** during sessions\n*Private birthday parties for outside groups are not hosted*
What people are saying
4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!
Location
31201 Mather Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
Additional info
Additional info
Camp Tawonga has been a trusted choice for families since 1925. Sessions fill up quickly, so early registration is encouraged. The camp also offers family weekends and special adult retreats throughout the year. Dietary needs are accommodated, and transportation options may be available from the Bay Area.
Camp Tawonga has been a trusted choice for families since 1925. Sessions fill up quickly, so early registration is encouraged. The camp also offers family weekends and special adult retreats throughout the year. Dietary needs are accommodated, and transportation options may be available from the Bay Area.
Camp Tawonga has been a trusted choice for families since 1925. Sessions fill up quickly, so early registration is encouraged. The camp also offers family weekends and special adult retreats throughout the year. Dietary needs are accommodated, and transportation options may be available from the Bay Area.
Health & safety
Health & safety
Affiliations: ACA, Jewish, ADA accessible
Special needs
Special needs
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
Camp Tawonga offers a truly unique experience: kids unplug from screens and immerse themselves in nature, friendship, and Jewish values. The supportive staff nurture self-confidence, independence, and a deep sense of belonging. Families love the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning Yosemite setting. Your child will come home with new skills, cherished memories, and lifelong friends-plus a stronger sense of self and community.
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