The best overnight summer camps in Oregon attend to the social, recreational and in some cases even the spiritual needs of youth. The pristine beauty of the state in America’s great Northwest make it the kind of place kids dream of. There are mountains, lakes, streams,open meadows and even coastal areas in Oregon. With a little effort you and your child can find that special camp that is an ideal match, possibly by looking at some of these best overnight camps in Oregon.
Big Lake Youth Camp, Sister, Oregon. As its name implies Big Lake Youth Camp has an Oregon location that puts it at lakeside of a huge 250 acre swatch of lake. What the name doesn’t tell you is that the lake is at the foot of Mount Washington, so campers here have an incredible panorama of views throughout their stay. Naturally active kids aren’t coming to Big Lake Youth Camps just for the view, so this residential summer camp has been hard at work preparing a great rotation of kid tested activities.
Big Lake takes the approach of dividing its camping activities between what it calls “Reg” and “Rad” camps. The Reg activities are more traditional or “regular” Kids from 10 -17 who enroll in the regular schedule get to select one activity each morning on which to spend their time. In the afternoon everyone rotates through traditional camp activities. Reg camps are offered according to ages with divisions at 10-12, 12-13 and 13-17 or Juniors, Tweens and Teens, these camps are offered on different dates during the summer and kids can register for Reg camps accordingly.
Those seeking the Rad camp experience are looking to develop their ability in one key area. Rad camping weeks feature activities like mountain biking, white water rafting, horse pack trip, water skiing and many more. Rad camps are offered only for campers who are 13-17 years of age and again are scheduled by the week.
Big Lake Youth Camp rates are considerably lower than what you will find elsewhere. Reg camp tuition is $355 per week while Rad camp prices vary according to the camp week and activity being pursued but all are below $450. To contact Big Lake Youth Camp call at 503-850-3583.
Camp Tamarack, Sister, Oregon. Located in the midst of the Cascade Mountain Range of Oregon and claiming shore line along Dark Lake is Camp Tamarack. If you are looking for a traditional, overnight camp experience for your child, this might be the spot for you. There are lots of high adventure camps found across the U. S. with all manner of challenging physical activities. But most kids find there is plenty of action and more than enough challenges to fill their day at Camp Tamarack where traditional camping has been in operation for some 70 years. At Tamarack there are both girls and boys camps available.
If you have ever dreamed about what the perfect overnight camp for your child would look like, you might have been dreaming of Camp Tamarack. The camp itself is surrounded by lake, mountains and great growths of forest. Kids live in cabins with bunks and get together for general activities and meals in the main lodge. Kids also spend time in the hobby house where arts and crafts are the central focus. The rest of the time is spent in the great out of doors engaged in healthy and fun activities. And the activities are incredible horseback riding lessons and trips, swimming, canoing and kayaking, tennis, basketball and lots of group games. Its all here for you son or daughter to enjoy and learn from. You can even tailor your stay to include or exclude horseback riding according to your child’s interests.
Tuition at Camp Tamarack varies according to the length of your stay and whether or not horseback riding is included in your program. For more specifics call Camp Tamarack at 1-800- 595-7720.
O’Brien’s Rogue River Outfitters Raft Camp, Grants Pass, Oregon Got a kid whose interests lie far beyond the traditional camp experience but who is really longing for an overnight summer camp trip. If your child has adventure in mind then perhaps O’Brien’s Rogue River Outfitters Raft Camp will fill the bill. This is an incredible camping option that you just won’t find everywhere in the U. S. Kids will learn the fundamentals of team work as they are instructed in how to paddle in unison to make good things happen on the river. Kids also learn about paddling themselves in individual, inflatable kayaks.
Of course there is lots more that happens during the day of the camper at O’Brien’s Raft Camp. There is cooking outdoors, tenting, hiking, swimming and exploring the beauty of the surrounding wilderness area. Kids will really feel they have been part of a special adventure here and are likely to make friends that will last for years to come.
This camp experience is best suited to teens between 14-16 years of age and is coed. This week long adventure can be had for approximately $1,000. For more specific information and to check on available dates contact O’Brien’s Rogue River Outfitters Raft Camp at 1-800- 957-7238.
Oregon is a wonderful vacation state for people of all ages. But for kids the chance to visit Oregon and stay at an overnight camp enjoying the splendor of the natural surroundings is likely to be a once in a lifetime experience they will treasure forever.
