Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian)
A specialty equestrian camp for ages 8-14, combining horse care and riding with classic camp activities.
▌ Editor's read Cali Camp's website (calicamp.com) loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2024, demonstrating a commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for over 60 years, founded by Jeff and Leslie Glass, and is a for-profit entity. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Cali Camp primarily offers day camp programs, including a specialized Wrangler Camp for equestrian enthusiasts. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the diverse activities, caring staff, and positive impact on their children. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@calicamp) and Facebook (calicamp) page.
Who thrives here Ages 8–14
Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 8–14
- Address: 1717 Old Topanga Canyon Rd. Topanga, CA 90290
- Phone: (310) 455-0404
- Cost notes: Wrangler Camp is $1,400 per week. Classic camp is $1,075 per week. All rates include transportation. An additional, non-refundable $50 per camper registration fee is also required at the time of booking.
9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 15 to Aug 14.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 2 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 3 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 4 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 5 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 6 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 7 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 8 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
- Session 9 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $1,400
↗ What parents like
- Specialty equestrian focus
- Includes classic camp activities
- Transportation included in cost
↘ Watch for
- Higher cost than classic camp
- No email contact available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian)
- What ages does Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) accept?
- Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) cost?
- Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) publishes $1,400/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) accredited?
- Yes — Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian)?
- Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) is operated by a private business, 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 Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) provide lunch?
- Yes — Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) 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.
- Does Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) offer transportation?
- Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
- How does Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles?
- Cali Camp - Wrangler Camp (Equestrian) is one of 54 outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles 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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