Camp · Water Sports · Ages 7–15 · $2,550/week
▌ Water Sports · Ages 7–15

Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks)

Los Angeles · $2,550/week · ★ 4.8 (32 reviews)

A two-week traditional overnight camp on Catalina Island with a focus on water sports, outdoor adventure, and...

▌ Editor's read Catalina Island Camps is an overnight summer camp operating on Catalina Island, California, and has been in operation for 75 years, founded by Monte and Carol Lee. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized safety and quality standards. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Program offerings are extensive, with over 40 activities including water sports like sailing, kayaking, and snorkeling, as well as land-based adventures such as archery and climbing. Google reviews for 'Catalina Island Camps' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the variety of activities. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @catalinaislandcamps and a Facebook page 'catalinaislandcamps'.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 195175+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) 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 water sports 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Water Sports
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Hours: Sleepaway camp
  • Address: Camp location: Howlands Landing, Catalina Island, CA. Office: 707 W Woodbury Rd, Unit F, Altadena, CA 91001
  • Phone: (626) 296-4040
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $5,100 for 2 weeks. Early bird: Save $300 before Dec 1, $200 before Feb 1, $50 before Apr 1.

Runs Sleepaway camp, 5 sessions (2 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 9 to Aug 3.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 9 – 15, 2026 · 1 week · $2,650
  • Session 2 Jun 16 – 22, 2026 · 1 week · $2,800
  • Session 3 Jun 24 – Jul 6, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
  • Session 4 Jul 8 – 20, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
  • Session 5 Jul 22 – Aug 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100

↗ What parents like

  • More time for activities and friendships
  • Special overnight trip included
  • Choice of daily activities in 2nd week

↘ Watch for

  • High total cost
  • No electronics allowed

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks)

What ages does Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) accept?
Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) cost?
Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) publishes $2,550/week for the standard session. $5,100 for 2 weeks. Early bird: Save $300 before Dec 1, $200 before Feb 1, $50 before Apr 1. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks)'s hours?
Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) runs Sleepaway camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) accredited?
Yes — Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks)?
Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) is operated by a private business, with 75 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) provide lunch?
Yes — Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) offer transportation?
Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?
Catalina Island Camps – Session 4 (2 Weeks) is one of 49 water sports 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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