CIRCLE (Part II)
Camp Augusta is an overnight summer camp in Nevada City, California, offering a wide array of activities from horseback riding to blacksmithing, emphasizing ...
▌ Editor's read Camp Augusta is an overnight summer camp located in Nevada City, California, offering sessions for campers aged 8-16. The camp's website, campaugusta.org, loads successfully and provides extensive information about its programs and philosophy. While not explicitly stating ACA accreditation, the camp does mention that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid. The camp boasts a 4.9-star rating from 265 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the unique activities and dedicated staff. Program highlights include horseback riding, a ropes course, blacksmithing, a full farm, and various arts and crafts. The camp emphasizes a child-centered approach, aiming to foster independence and personal growth. Social media handles include @campaugusta on Instagram and 'campaugusta' on Facebook, both actively updated with camp life. The website does not specify a founder's name or years of operation, nor does it list a state license number.
Who thrives here Ages 16–18
CIRCLE (Part II) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 16–18
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 17530 Lake Vera Purdon Road, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Cost notes: $4190 Summer At-Camp
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about CIRCLE (Part II)
- What ages does CIRCLE (Part II) accept?
- CIRCLE (Part II) is open to children ages 16–18. 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 CIRCLE (Part II) cost?
- CIRCLE (Part II) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. $4190 Summer At-Camp Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are CIRCLE (Part II)'s hours?
- CIRCLE (Part II) runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Does CIRCLE (Part II) provide lunch?
- CIRCLE (Part II) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does CIRCLE (Part II) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Nevada City?
- CIRCLE (Part II) is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Nevada City 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare CIRCLE (Part II) with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside CIRCLE (Part II).
- CIRCLE (Part I) · Nevada City, CA · Ages 16–18
- Camp Augusta · Nevada City, CA · Ages 7–18 · $2,425/week
- Camp Cadi-Casu - Traditional Camp · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 7–17 · $750/week
- One Week · Nevada City, CA · Ages 8–16 · $2,425/week
- Two Weeks · Nevada City, CA · Ages 8–16 · $2,388/week
- Camp Augusta: Mini-Camp · Nevada City, CA · Ages 7–8 · $510/week
- Traditional Camp · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 7–11 · $750/week