What ages does Pali Adventures Magic Camp accept?

Pali Adventures Magic Camp 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp cost?

Pali Adventures Magic Camp publishes $2,495/week for the standard session. Estimated cost per week for overnight camp. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Pali Adventures Magic Camp's hours?

Pali Adventures Magic Camp 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp accredited?

Yes — Pali Adventures Magic Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 25 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp?

Pali Adventures Magic Camp is operated by a private business, with 25 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp provide lunch?

Yes — Pali Adventures Magic Camp 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Pali Adventures Magic Camp

Pali Adventures, Running Springs, CA (San Bernardino Mountains) · $2,495/week · ★ 4.7 (287 reviews)

An overnight camp where campers learn and perform various magic tricks and illusions.

▌ Editor's read Pali Adventures operates an overnight magic specialty camp, part of a larger camp offering. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, indicating adherence to recognized safety and operational standards (Pali Adventures website, 'About Us' and ACA search). They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:12 and mention that all staff undergo background checks, including fingerprinting and sex offender registry checks, demonstrating a commitment to camper safety (Pali Adventures website, 'Safety' page). The camp has been operating for 25 years, suggesting a long-standing presence in the summer camp industry (Pali Adventures website, 'About Us'). The website provides comprehensive details about the magic program, including specific skills taught and daily activities, which helps set clear expectations for prospective campers and parents (Pali Adventures website, 'Magic Specialty' page). The camp is a for-profit entity, as indicated by its business model and lack of non-profit designation.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 200125+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Pali Adventures Magic Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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: 2001 (25 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–16
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 30778 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382, USA
Phone: +1 909-867-5743
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Estimated cost per week for overnight camp.

Runs 24-hour residential, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 7 to Aug 9.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

Session 1 Jun 7 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 2 Jun 14 – 21, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 3 Jun 21 – 28, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 4 Jun 28 – Jul 5, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 5 Jul 5 – 12, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 6 Jul 12 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 7 Jul 19 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 8 Jul 26 – Aug 2, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495
Session 9 Aug 2 – 9, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,495

↗ What parents like

Wide variety of specialties
Focus on soft skills

↘ Watch for

No financial aid information readily apparent

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Pali Adventures Magic Camp

What ages does Pali Adventures Magic Camp accept?: Pali Adventures Magic Camp 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp cost?: Pali Adventures Magic Camp publishes $2,495/week for the standard session. Estimated cost per week for overnight camp. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Pali Adventures Magic Camp's hours?: Pali Adventures Magic Camp 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp accredited?: Yes — Pali Adventures Magic Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 25 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp?: Pali Adventures Magic Camp is operated by a private business, with 25 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 Pali Adventures Magic Camp provide lunch?: Yes — Pali Adventures Magic Camp 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.

Planning guides

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