Skylark Ranch

4.7

3001 Whitehouse Creek Rd., Pescadero, CA 94060

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Music
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Music
Girls aged 6-18• from 0•25/day & 100/week
Girls aged 6-18
from 0
25/day & 100/week

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Where mountains meet sea, girls find adventure

Offering a unique coastal mountain experience, girls develop independence and leadership through exciting outdoor adventures. Since 1953, this special place has focused on building community and teamwork while exploring ocean beaches. The emphasis on skill-building helps campers gain self-confidence and return home with stronger self-esteem. The location offers the rare combination of redwood forests and coastal beaches.
Offering a unique coastal mountain experience, girls develop independence and leadership through exciting outdoor adventures. Since 1953, this special place has focused on building community and teamwork while exploring ocean beaches. The emphasis on skill-building helps campers gain self-confidence and return home with stronger self-esteem. The location offers the rare combination of redwood forests and coastal beaches.

Location & hours

3001 Whitehouse Creek Rd., Pescadero, CA 94060

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

Horseback riding
Marine conservation
Sea kayaking
Surfing
Outdoor cooking
Redwood forest exploration
Archery
Arts and crafts
Coastal beach trips
Le Trec equestrian
High ropes course
Hiking
Campfires
Wildfire recovery
STEM
Songs
Games
Team-building
Leadership development
Community building
Adventure course
Art center
Llamas
Ocean exploration
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Music
Horseback riding
Marine conservation
Sea kayaking
Surfing
Outdoor cooking
Redwood forest exploration
Archery
Arts and crafts
Coastal beach trips
Le Trec equestrian
High ropes course
Hiking
Campfires
Wildfire recovery
STEM
Songs
Games
Team-building
Leadership development
Community building
Adventure course
Art center
Llamas
Ocean exploration

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

Accessible

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What people are saying

4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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