High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb
A 10-day backpacking and rock climbing expedition in the High Sierra for girls.
▌ Editor's read The Outward Bound High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb course is an overnight wilderness expedition for 13-14 year old girls. The Outward Bound organization, founded in 1962, has over 60 years of experience in outdoor education. The website states that all instructors undergo extensive training and background checks. While specific Google reviews for this exact course are not readily available, Outward Bound as an organization generally receives positive feedback, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for its main profile, often praising the transformative nature of its programs and the expertise of its staff. The program focuses on developing backpacking, rock climbing, and wilderness living skills, alongside fostering leadership and teamwork. The organization is a nonprofit and emphasizes safety protocols and environmental stewardship.
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 13–14
High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 13–14
- Address: Outward Bound California, 1550 Yosemite Valley Rd, El Portal, CA 95318
- Phone: 866-467-7651
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $4,140 for 10 days
↗ What parents like
- Girls-only expedition
- Backpack and rock climb
- Hike in the High Sierra
↘ Watch for
- Bring your own clothing
- Previous experience helpful
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb
- What ages does High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb accept?
- High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb is open to children ages 13–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb cost?
- High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. $4,140 for 10 days Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb?
- High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb provide lunch?
- Yes — High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb compare to other outdoors/nature camps in El Portal?
- High Sierra Girls Backpack & Rock Climb is one of 6 outdoors/nature camps in El Portal that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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