Camp Gilboa
Progressive Zionist youth movement camp offering a unique summer experience for grades 4-10.
▌ Editor's read Camp Gilboa is an overnight camp for grades 4-10, with Session 2 specifically mentioned. The camp's website, campgilboa.org, loads successfully. While the site details program dates and rates, information regarding ACA accreditation, state licensing, or years of operation is not readily available. The camp identifies as a Zionist youth movement, focusing on progressive, pluralistic, and egalitarian Jewish values, as stated on their 'About Us' page. There is no explicit mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies on the provided URL. Social media handles for Instagram (@campgilboa) and Facebook (CampGilboa) are present on the website.
Who thrives here Ages 9–16
Camp Gilboa 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
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 9–16
- Address: 20000 Gilman Springs Rd, San Jacinto, CA 92583
- Phone: (323) 653-6772
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Register by 12/1/25 to lock in these rates, as they may be subject to change after 12/1. Campers who register before 11/1/25 will receive an additional $100 early bird discount.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Gilboa 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.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Gilboa.
- Camp Gilboa · Big Bear, CA · Ages 9–16 · $1,673/week