Big Lake Youth Camp

4.9

26435 Big Lake Rd, Sisters, OR 97759

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Boys & girls aged 7-17•Mon–Fri, Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 7-17
Mon–Fri, Sun from 0
25/day & 100/week

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Adventure, friendship, and faith in Oregon’s wilderness

Experience the great outdoors! This camp provides a stunning mountain setting where children build confidence, friendships, and faith. Campers unplug and connect with caring mentors. With a wide range of activities and a strong community focus, kids grow, laugh, and create lasting memories. It is a supportive, safe space for personal and spiritual growth.
Experience the great outdoors! This camp provides a stunning mountain setting where children build confidence, friendships, and faith. Campers unplug and connect with caring mentors. With a wide range of activities and a strong community focus, kids grow, laugh, and create lasting memories. It is a supportive, safe space for personal and spiritual growth.

Location & hours

26435 Big Lake Rd, Sisters, OR 97759

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

Swimming
Blob
Climbing Wall
Canoeing
Sailing
Horseback Riding
Wakesports
Rock Climbing
White Water Rafting
Mountain Biking
Archery
Crafts
Creative Arts
Sports
Windsurfing
Hiking
Digital Photography
Drama
Ceramics
Pottery
STEM Activities
Rockets
Videography
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Geocaching
Survival Skills
Gymnastics
Initiative Games
Campfire Programs
Archery Tag
Watersports
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Swimming
Blob
Climbing Wall
Canoeing
Sailing
Horseback Riding
Wakesports
Rock Climbing
White Water Rafting
Mountain Biking
Archery
Crafts
Creative Arts
Sports
Windsurfing
Hiking
Digital Photography
Drama
Ceramics
Pottery
STEM Activities
Rockets
Videography
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Geocaching
Survival Skills
Gymnastics
Initiative Games
Campfire Programs
Archery Tag
Watersports

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

Food

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What people are saying

4.9
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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