What ages does Catalina Island Camps accept?

Catalina Island Camps is open to children ages 6–15. 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 cost?

Catalina Island Camps publishes $2,650/week for the standard session. One Week Session $2650. Save $150 before December 1, 2025. Save $100 before February 1, 2026. Save $50 before April 1, 2026. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Catalina Island Camps's hours?

Catalina Island Camps 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 Catalina Island Camps accredited?

Yes — Catalina Island Camps is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 40 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?

Catalina Island Camps is operated by a private business, with 40 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 provide lunch?

Yes — Catalina Island Camps 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.

▌ Water Sports · Ages 6–15

Catalina Island Camps

Altadena · $2,650/week · ★ 4.8 (32 reviews)

Catalina Island Camps offers traditional overnight summer camp experiences for children aged 8-17, focusing on water...

▌ Editor's read Catalina Island Camps' website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, demonstrating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp, founded by Tom and Laura Sheck, has been operating for over 40 years, indicating significant experience in youth programming. They explicitly state a camper-to-staff ratio of 4:1 and mention that all staff undergo background checks, highlighting their commitment to safety and supervision. The program is an overnight camp for ages 8-17, offering a wide array of activities including sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, and archery. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@catalinaislandcamps) and Facebook (CatalinaIslandCamps) page.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 198640+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–15

Catalina Island Camps 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: 1986 (40 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Water Sports
Ages: 6–15
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 707 W Woodbury Rd, Unit F, Altadena, CA 91001
Phone: (626) 296-4040
Cost notes: One Week Session $2650. Save $150 before December 1, 2025. Save $100 before February 1, 2026. Save $50 before April 1, 2026.

Runs 24-hour residential, 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

Sleepaway camp on an island
Focus on marine activities
Family operated since 1995

↘ Watch for

Very expensive weekly cost
Requires travel to an island

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Catalina Island Camps

What ages does Catalina Island Camps accept?: Catalina Island Camps is open to children ages 6–15. 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 cost?: Catalina Island Camps publishes $2,650/week for the standard session. One Week Session $2650. Save $150 before December 1, 2025. Save $100 before February 1, 2026. Save $50 before April 1, 2026. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Catalina Island Camps's hours?: Catalina Island Camps 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 Catalina Island Camps accredited?: Yes — Catalina Island Camps is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 40 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?: Catalina Island Camps is operated by a private business, with 40 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 provide lunch?: Yes — Catalina Island Camps 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.

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