What ages does Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp accept?

Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp cost?

Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp publishes $1,149/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp's hours?

Rawhide Ranch Overnight 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp accredited?

Yes — Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp?

Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp is operated by a private business, with 60 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp provide lunch?

Yes — Rawhide Ranch Overnight 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.

▌ Equestrian · Ages 7–15

Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp

Bonsall · $1,149/week · ★ 4.7 (234 reviews)

An overnight equestrian camp in Bonsall, California, focusing on horsemanship and animal care.

▌ Editor's read Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp in Bonsall, California, is an ACA-accredited camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has been operating for over 60 years, indicating a long history in youth programming. They hold a California state license number 376700030. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and emphasizes a low camper-to-staff ratio for safety. Google reviews for Rawhide Ranch show an average rating of 4.6 stars based on over 300 reviews, with many parents praising the strong equestrian program and the positive impact on their children's confidence. The camp offers an overnight program focused on horsemanship, animal care, and traditional camp activities, catering to children interested in a ranch-style experience.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 196660+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp 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 equestrian 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: 1966 (60 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Equestrian
Ages: 7–15
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 6973 Camino Del Rey, Bonsall, CA 92003, USA
Phone: (760) 758-0083
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $1,149 per week. Discounts: Early bird $50 (ends Jan 31), returning camper $50, sibling $50, multi-session $50, military 25%.

Runs 24-hour residential, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 7 to Aug 14.

Sessions

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

Session 1 Jun 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 2 Jun 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 3 Jun 21 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 4 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 5 Jul 12 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 6 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 7 Jul 26 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 8 Aug 2 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149
Session 9 Aug 9 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $1,149

↗ What parents like

Focus on horsemanship
Animal care experience
Many elective activities

↘ Watch for

No weekend stay-over option

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp

What ages does Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp accept?: Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp cost?: Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp publishes $1,149/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp's hours?: Rawhide Ranch Overnight 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp accredited?: Yes — Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp?: Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp is operated by a private business, with 60 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 Rawhide Ranch Overnight Camp provide lunch?: Yes — Rawhide Ranch Overnight 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.

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