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655 Burnham Road, Oak View, CA 93022

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
STEM
Academic
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
STEM
Academic
Boys & girls aged 8-18Mon–Fri, Sun from 3PM11AM25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 8-18
Mon–Fri, Sun from 3PM11AM
25/day & 100/week

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Adventure, faith, and friendships in Ventura County

Adventure, faith, and lasting friendships await! Kids connect with nature on a gorgeous campus, growing in confidence and character. With a focus on Christian values and community, children experience uplifting worship and build deep friendships. Parents appreciate the caring, experienced staff and a wide variety of activities. Clean facilities and a sense of belonging ensure a thriving experience.
Adventure, faith, and lasting friendships await! Kids connect with nature on a gorgeous campus, growing in confidence and character. With a focus on Christian values and community, children experience uplifting worship and build deep friendships. Parents appreciate the caring, experienced staff and a wide variety of activities. Clean facilities and a sense of belonging ensure a thriving experience.

Location & hours

655 Burnham Road, Oak View, CA 93022

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 lining
hiking
archery
archery tag
swimming
human foosball
disc golf
frisbee golf
outdoor education
Bible study
worship
team building
leadership training
environmental stewardship
science activities
primitive skills
community building
ropes course
stargazing
meditation
athletics
3D target shooting
multi-element ropes course
heated swimming pool
basketball
climbing wall
volleyball
tent camping
dining
recreation
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
STEM
Academic
Zip lining
hiking
archery
archery tag
swimming
human foosball
disc golf
frisbee golf
outdoor education
Bible study
worship
team building
leadership training
environmental stewardship
science activities
primitive skills
community building
ropes course
stargazing
meditation
athletics
3D target shooting
multi-element ropes course
heated swimming pool
basketball
climbing wall
volleyball
tent camping
dining
recreation

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

5
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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