Camp James

4.9

|

101 N. Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Create magical summer memories in a unique setting! Your child will spend their days outdoors, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities. The staff is exceptionally caring, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. With flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates, it is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow!
Create magical summer memories in a unique setting! Your child will spend their days outdoors, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities. The staff is exceptionally caring, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. With flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates, it is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow!
Create magical summer memories in a unique setting! Your child will spend their days outdoors, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities. The staff is exceptionally caring, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. With flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates, it is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow!

About Camp James

About Camp James

Adventure, friendship, and fun by the bay
Sports
Outdoor & adventure
Art
Dance
Music
STEM
Philosophy: Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Philosophy: Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Philosophy: Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Ages:

5

-

13

years old

Pricing:

$125

/day

$625

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Boys & girls aged 5-13Mon–Fri from 8:30AM4:30PM25/day & 100/week
2025 Pricing Tiers:
VIP: $450/week (register Jan 6-31, min 6 weeks)
Early Bird: $500/week (register Feb 1-28, min 4 weeks)
Happy Camper: $575/week (register Mar 1-31, min 2 weeks)
Aloha: $625/week (register Apr 1-30, min 1 week)
Summer: $650/week (register May 1-end of summer)
Registration fee: $35 per child
Deposit: $300 per family
Sibling discount: 10% for each sibling after the first (applied to child with least camp days)
Free camp T-shirt if registered before June 1
Camp runs June 9-August 15, 2025
Weekly rates based on registration date and commitment; daily rate is $125
2025 Pricing Tiers:
VIP: $450/week (register Jan 6-31, min 6 weeks)
Early Bird: $500/week (register Feb 1-28, min 4 weeks)
Happy Camper: $575/week (register Mar 1-31, min 2 weeks)
Aloha: $625/week (register Apr 1-30, min 1 week)
Summer: $650/week (register May 1-end of summer)
Registration fee: $35 per child
Deposit: $300 per family
Sibling discount: 10% for each sibling after the first (applied to child with least camp days)
Free camp T-shirt if registered before June 1
Camp runs June 9-August 15, 2025
Weekly rates based on registration date and commitment; daily rate is $125
2025 Pricing Tiers:
VIP: $450/week (register Jan 6-31, min 6 weeks)
Early Bird: $500/week (register Feb 1-28, min 4 weeks)
Happy Camper: $575/week (register Mar 1-31, min 2 weeks)
Aloha: $625/week (register Apr 1-30, min 1 week)
Summer: $650/week (register May 1-end of summer)
Registration fee: $35 per child
Deposit: $300 per family
Sibling discount: 10% for each sibling after the first (applied to child with least camp days)
Free camp T-shirt if registered before June 1
Camp runs June 9-August 15, 2025
Weekly rates based on registration date and commitment; daily rate is $125

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:

archery
go-carts
rock climbing
kayaking
paddleboarding
swimming
inflatable waterpark
arts & crafts
sports
miniature golf
canoeing
laser tag
Gaga
dance
STEM
drama
music
karate
climbing wall
nature
themed weeks
martial arts
tumbling
Lego challenges
yoga
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Birthdays:

No

What people are saying

4.9
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

101 N. Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional info

Additional info

Food: Lunch and snacks are not included, so you’ll need to pack these each day for your camper. There’s a “grace period” for drop-off and pick-up, making mornings and afternoons less stressful for busy families. Camp James is fully co-ed and welcomes children ages 5-13. The camp is not available for birthday party hosting. For teens, there’s a special CILT (Camper in Leadership Training) program to help build leadership skills and earn community service hours. Camp James is ACA accredited and has a strong reputation in the Newport Beach community, with many returning families and staff. Weekly themes keep things fresh and exciting, and parents receive regular email updates about upcoming events and dress-up days. If you want your child to have a classic, screen-free summer-outdoors, active, and surrounded by friends-this is a fantastic choice!
Food: Lunch and snacks are not included, so you’ll need to pack these each day for your camper. There’s a “grace period” for drop-off and pick-up, making mornings and afternoons less stressful for busy families. Camp James is fully co-ed and welcomes children ages 5-13. The camp is not available for birthday party hosting. For teens, there’s a special CILT (Camper in Leadership Training) program to help build leadership skills and earn community service hours. Camp James is ACA accredited and has a strong reputation in the Newport Beach community, with many returning families and staff. Weekly themes keep things fresh and exciting, and parents receive regular email updates about upcoming events and dress-up days. If you want your child to have a classic, screen-free summer-outdoors, active, and surrounded by friends-this is a fantastic choice!
Food: Lunch and snacks are not included, so you’ll need to pack these each day for your camper. There’s a “grace period” for drop-off and pick-up, making mornings and afternoons less stressful for busy families. Camp James is fully co-ed and welcomes children ages 5-13. The camp is not available for birthday party hosting. For teens, there’s a special CILT (Camper in Leadership Training) program to help build leadership skills and earn community service hours. Camp James is ACA accredited and has a strong reputation in the Newport Beach community, with many returning families and staff. Weekly themes keep things fresh and exciting, and parents receive regular email updates about upcoming events and dress-up days. If you want your child to have a classic, screen-free summer-outdoors, active, and surrounded by friends-this is a fantastic choice!

Health & safety

Health & safety

Affiliations: ACA

Special needs

Special needs

Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.
Camp James is all about creating magical summer memories in a truly unique setting. Your child will spend their days outdoors by the bay, making new friends and trying out a huge variety of activities-everything from archery and kayaking to arts & crafts, go-carts, and even a floating waterpark. The staff here are exceptionally caring and experienced, and every group is led by counselors who know how to make each camper feel included and safe. What really sets Camp James apart is its focus on kindness and community-kids are encouraged to support each other, respect the environment, and have fun as a team. There’s no need to worry about field trips or busing; all the excitement happens right on site in a beautiful, secure waterfront location. As a parent, you’ll appreciate the flexible registration options, sibling discounts, and regular updates about what’s happening each week. With over 30 years of experience and ACA accreditation, Camp James is a place where kids can truly unplug, explore, and grow-all while you enjoy peace of mind.