Camp Ramah in California
Camp Ramah in California offers an immersive Jewish overnight camp experience for children and teens, focusing on community, tradition, and personal growth.
▌ Editor's read The website https://www.ramah.org/ loads as a legitimate camp site for Camp Ramah in California, providing detailed information about their programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, demonstrating a commitment to industry standards. It also holds a California state license, number 376700003, further confirming regulatory compliance. The camp is an overnight program, and its owner type is a nonprofit organization. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Ramah in California indicate a strong reputation, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from over 100 reviews, frequently praising the inclusive community and engaging activities. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @ramahcalifornia and a Facebook handle ramahcalifornia. The camp emphasizes Jewish values, Hebrew language, and Israeli culture within a fun, supportive environment.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
Camp Ramah in California is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 8–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: Ojai, CA 93023, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Multi-week sessions. Full summer approximately $8,000-$14,000. Financial aid available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Ramah in California
- What ages does Camp Ramah in California accept?
- Camp Ramah in California is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Camp Ramah in California cost?
- Camp Ramah in California publishes $1,683/week for the standard session. USD. Multi-week sessions. Full summer approximately $8,000-$14,000. Financial aid available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Ramah in California's hours?
- Camp Ramah in California 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.
- Is Camp Ramah in California accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ramah in California is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 Camp Ramah in California?
- Camp Ramah in California is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Ramah in California provide lunch?
- Camp Ramah in California 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 Camp Ramah in California compare to other religious camps in Ojai?
- Camp Ramah in California is one of 12 religious camps in Ojai 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
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
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