The whole point of camp is to get outdoors, right? These camps focus on the heart of camping — enjoying the great outdoors and learning about the environment. Whether your kid wants to be flung into the wilderness or just get a taste of nature, you should check out these outdoor summer camps in Marin. Looking for something else? We also have seven other lists for Bay Area summer camps.
Camp Ronald McDonald is an accessible, residential program for kids with a variety of medical needs, economic hardship and/or physical, developmental and/or emotional disabilities.
Catalina Island summer camp offers children the benefits of unplugging and enjoying the great outdoors with activities like ropes courses, kayaking, sailing, gardening, composting, nature, arts and crafts, climbing and so much more.
Dance Palace Camp offers a diverse cultural education and helps kids develop positive relationships through hands-on activities in the natural world with this 3-week camp.
Echo Lake Youth Camp is a week-long experience for kids to enjoy the outdoors, have fun, and make friends doing activities like hiking, swimming, archery, arts and crafts, campfires, talent shows, group games and more. And with a CIT program and family camp options, older kids (and kids at heart) can get in on the camp experience.
Fantastical Adventures offers camps for your child’s favorite fantasies including Lord of the Rings, Percy Jackson, Pokemon, Harry Potter Day and many more.
Marin GreenPlay Camp invites kids to have summer fun in nature with a wide range of age-appropriate activities, including exploring, hiking, playing games, making art, storytelling, boogie boarding, kayaking, outdoor rock climbing and more.
Join us at Marin Horizon’s Summer Camp for a summer of friends, fun, and academics. We have a new and engaging theme each week including: Mighty Explorers (June 20-23), Rainbow Bonanza (June 26-30), Mad Scientists (July 5-7), Dots and Circles (July 10-14), Little Chefs (July 17-21), and Imagination Station (July 24-28). Regular hours are 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Extended care hours are 8:30-9:00 a.m. and 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Hiking, swimming, dodgeball, making new friends, scavenger hunts, dress-up days, tug-o-war, crafting, tie-dye, storytelling, creek walks, obstacle courses, sports, waterslides, barbecues, and more. Marinwood’s award-winning summer camp program offers all the outdoor adventure of a stay away camp in a convenient day.
Friendship Explorations summer camps and year-round groups with a therapeutic twist are operated by Ready Set GO Therapy. Led by an expert licensed OT or Speech Therapist plus an assistant, groups include up to 6 children and offer a 3:1 ratio. They strive for every child to feel successful and have fun.
The River Way Ranch Camp offers a sleep away summer program with recreational and learning opportunities from culinary arts, ropes challenge course, film production, dance, horseback riding, dance, gymnastics, martial arts, waterskiing, wave runners and so much more.
Summer is synonymous with fun outdoor learning at the Snails and Turkey Tails summer camp. It takes place at China Camp State Park, allowing for kids to learn about native plants and animals while staying active.
On the Tahoe Rim Trail Association Youth Backcountry experience campers observe local wildlife, swim, cook over small camping stoves and more in beautiful lake Tahoe.
Be part of the fun this summer at the Tiburon Adventure Camp, which hosts a variety of summertime activities to beat the heat in a fun interactive environment. Events will be tailored around weekly themes to captivate interest and keep the good times going. Highlights include swimming, movies, field trips and special events.
The River Way Ranch Camp offers a sleep away summer program with recreational and learning opportunities from culinary arts, ropes challenge course, film production, dance, horseback riding, dance, gymnastics, martial arts, waterskiing, wave runners and so much more.
Wildlife Camp provides children with a unique wildlife experience including live animal visits from rescued wildlife ambassadors, animal themed games, nature excursions, nature crafts and more.
Branson Summer Session offers 20+ programs for middle and high school students, ranging from one to five weeks in length. Whatever your passions or interests — from academic preparation to sports to arts to STEM — you will find a program here at Branson. Students work closely with Branson teachers and coaches, meet new students from around the Bay Area, and practice academic, artistic and athletic skills. On a beautiful 17-acre campus surrounded by nature, you will experiment, explore, learn, grow and have fun. All are welcome. Financial aid is available.
At Camp Chrysalis kids get to explore the natural environments of California like the redwoods, tidepools, marshes and mountains, without the distraction from screens and mobile devices.
Slide Ranch camps immerse children in nature through explorations of rich and varied landscape as well as hands-dirty experiential learning with farm animals and an organic garden.
Terra Marin’s summer camps take kids into nature and can immerse them in a new language. With programs in Mandarin and Spanish, plus an all-around “Earth Education” outdoor camp to explore Marin, Terra Marin offers an exciting and community-rooted summer experience.
At Camp Chrysalis kids get to explore the natural environments of California like the redwoods, tidepools, marshes and mountains, without the distraction from screens and mobile devices.
At Camp Concord sleepaway camp, kids enjoy traditional camping activities like canoeing, kayaking, crawdad fishing, hiking, swimming, volleyball, arts and crafts, archery, camp fires under the starry night sky and more in the beautiful Lake Tahoe Outdoors.
All ages (Family Camp), 9–14 (Youth Camp), 925.671.3006
Camp Ocean Pines’ summer program is a traditional camping experience that’s technology free and based on the three main goals for every camper: connecting, exploring and growing in the great outdoors.
Camp Ronald McDonald is an accessible, residential program for kids with a variety of medical needs, economic hardship and/or physical, developmental and/or emotional disabilities.
The Girl Scout Camp Wasiu II offers outdoor activities like archery, forest hikes, swimming and more while allowing girls to develop a strong sense of self and positive values, build healthy relationships, seek challenges, and have fun.
Camp Gan Israel is a summer program that includes field trips, swimming, sports, and crafts in Marin County and is built with innovative ideas and creative programs in a warm and vivacious environment.
At Coastal Camp kids explore topics like marine biology, coastal ecology, conservation and cultural history while enjoying the beautiful Marin Headlands.
Marin GreenPlay Camp invites kids to have summer fun in nature with a wide range of age-appropriate activities, including exploring, hiking, playing games, making art, storytelling, boogie boarding, kayaking, outdoor rock climbing and more.
Outdoor Adventures Camp provides a safe and supportive environment for kids to develop an appreciation and sense of stewardship for the natural world with expert instruction.
Marin Treks summer adventure camps offer a variety of fun programs that focus on natural history while exploring the tidepools, beaches, forests, and other natural wonders of Marin.
The River Way Ranch Camp offers a sleep away summer program with recreational and learning opportunities from culinary arts, ropes challenge course, film production, dance, horseback riding, dance, gymnastics, martial arts, waterskiing, wave runners and so much more.
To combat summer “brain drain,” and to give kids a bit of fun in their vacation months, Sage Educators conducts several summer programs. Classes, workshops, test prep and even outdoor summer day camp are all part of their offerings.
Skylake summer camp is a classic sleepaway camp experience where kids get to develop interests and skills, experience personal growth, build friendships, develop confidence, and create happy memories while exploring the beautiful Yosemite outdoors
Slide Ranch camps immerse children in nature through explorations of rich and varied landscape as well as hands-dirty experiential learning with farm animals and an organic garden.
Campers will learn how to sail, practice seamanship and stewardship within Richardson Bay, and spend time learning to work with tools in the woodshop. Activities include sailing, local field trips, knot tying, woodworking and group games.
On the Tahoe Rim Trail Association Youth Backcountry experience campers observe local wildlife, swim, cook over small camping stoves and more in beautiful lake Tahoe.
Terra Marin’s summer camps take kids into nature and can immerse them in a new language. With programs in Mandarin and Spanish, plus an all-around “Earth Education” outdoor camp to explore Marin, Terra Marin offers an exciting and community-rooted summer experience.
Wildlife Camp provides children with a unique wildlife experience including live animal visits from rescued wildlife ambassadors, animal themed games, nature excursions, nature crafts and more.
At Camp Strawberry, children learn leadership skills and explore a variety of interests with daily activities that balance creative and athletic opportunities. Though the main camp is suited for children aged 5–11, there are CIT opportunities for kids aged 12–14.
The Mill Valley Recreation Summer Camp program has a slew of activities that’ll give your child options including art, theater, wellness, adaptive needs and more.
The River Way Ranch Camp offers a sleep away summer program with recreational and learning opportunities from culinary arts, ropes challenge course, film production, dance, horseback riding, dance, gymnastics, martial arts, waterskiing, wave runners and so much more.
The San Anselmo Recreation Department offers an assortment of summer camps including dance camps, sewing camps, sport camps, chess camps, theater camps, counselors in training programs and more.
At Steve and Kate’s Camp kids choose from a variety of activities including sewing, stop-motion animation, music, sports and recreation, makers crafts, bread making, and more.
At Summer Rocks summer camp, children improve their climbing, learn new skills and build memories as well as enjoy games, yoga, slacklining and more summer fun.
Ages 7–12, plus separate Middle School Camp, 415.472.9344
Be part of the fun this summer at the Tiburon Adventure Camp, which hosts a variety of summertime activities to beat the heat in a fun interactive environment. Events will be tailored around weekly themes to captivate interest and keep the good times going. Highlights include swimming, movies, field trips and special events.
