Looking for the best day or traditional summer camps in San Diego for your child? These camps below are designed to provide a balance of fun, learning and social experiences that will help your child develop new skills, build friendships and create lasting memories.
Camp Carmel Creek
Carmel Valley - 858-704-3804
www.campcarmelcreek.com
Ages 5-13; June 15-August 7
We are on a mission to fill childhood summers with joy, curiosity, adventure and community. Camp Carmel Creek is a unique specialty camp with a classic camp feel, which is to say that our campers can expect to have all the experiences they love in a traditional day camp, while getting to choose the activities they are most passionate about doing each day.
Children's Museum of Discovery
Escondido - 760-233-7755
www.visitcmod.org/events/spring-camp-3
Ages 4-8; April 6
Spend the spring exploring with the Children’s Museum of Discovery. Each day of camp includes access to museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained education staff, and an opportunity to make new friends. Explore the growing garden this spring. Join the Children’s Museum of Discovery for a full week of outdoor exploration. Campers will enjoy learning how plants grow and thrive in the garden.
City of Poway Summer Camps
Poway - 858-668-4570
www.poway.org/classes
Ages 3-17; June 8-August 7
Find your passion with a City of Poway specialty camp this summer! With more than 200 high-quality, affordable, and unique specialty camps, there's something for everyone! Camps are held over the span of one week, and include e-sports, gymnastics, creative and performing arts, cooking, STEAM/STEM, fencing, and much more!
Farm Camp at Coastal Roots Farm
Encinitas - 760-230-6815
www.coastalrootsfarm.org/farm-camp
Pre-TK-Grade 8; June 8-August 14
Kids from all backgrounds are invited to spend summer break on the farm. Campers will explore the natural world through cooking, crafts, science experiments, harvesting, singing and more—all guided by universally meaningful Jewish values.
Linda Vista Innovation Center Summer Camp
Linda Vista - 858-295-8795
www.sdcoe.net/lvic-camp
Grade 6-10; June 29-July 24
Join us for a special series of summer camps at the Linda Vista Innovation Center. Led by credentialed educators, students will dive into popular hands-on activities, along with brand new experiences during these innovative week-long camps. Learn more and register today!
Get Ready for Middle School Camp at Pacific View Charter School
Oceanside - 760-757-0161
www.pacificview.org
Ages: 10-12, July 20-24, July 27-31
Pacific View Charter School offers a free middle school readiness camp for incoming 5th and 6th grade students. This engaging program includes academics, arts, STEM activities, daily meals, and supervised enrichment. Students will build confidence, strengthen skills, and get fully prepared for a successful and smooth transition into middle school.
Summer @ The Rhoades School
Encinitas - 760-436-1102
www.rhoadesschool.com/student-life/summer-camp
K-Grade 5; June 15 - August 21
Summer camp at The Rhoades School, your child can be BOLD! Every week, campers immerse themselves in hands-on activities from science and nature exploration to creative and performing arts, sports and games. Our camp offers a perfect blend of indoor and outdoor adventures, all packed with excitement. Registration is open - save your spot today!
Rock Academy Camp
Point Loma - 619-810-1569
therockacademy.org
Grade: K-6; May 26-July 31
Our camps are for kids in K-6, 7am-5:30pm. Fun with sports, science, art and adventure. Camps are designed to help your child discover their talents in a fun, safe, Christ centered environment. Open to all San Diegans.
Steve & Kate's Camp
Steveandkatescamp.com
Sorrento Valley - 619-387-7405
Ages: 4-12; June 1-August 7
Campers choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, maker crafts, sports & more! Buy any number of days to use at any time. Unused days are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Est. 1980. Lunch, snacks & all hours (8am–6pm) included.
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