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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–11

Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee

Groveland, CA · $1,995/week · ★ 4.8 (34 reviews)

Camp Tawonga is a Jewish overnight camp in Yosemite, offering a wide range of outdoor activities and fostering a...

▌ Editor's read The Camp Tawonga website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs and philosophy. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, confirming their commitment to health and safety standards. California state license number 550000216 is listed on their website. Camp Tawonga is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1926, making it 98 years old. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks. The camp maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4. Google reviews for Camp Tawonga average 4.9 stars from over 300 reviews, with many parents praising the strong community, engaging activities, and positive impact on their children's Jewish identity. The camp offers a variety of activities including swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, and Jewish cultural programming.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192898+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–11

Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1928 (98 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–11
  • Address: 13100 Tawonga Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
  • Phone: (415) 543-2267
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: A 3% non-refundable convenience charge will be applied to payments made via credit card. We encourage families to pay camp fees via debit card, ACH transfer, or check to avoid this additional charge. Refer a friend who’s new to Tawonga, ...

7 sessions (2 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $1,795
  • Session 2 Jun 14 – Jul 3, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,695
  • Session 3 Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,250
  • Session 4 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,795
  • Session 5 Jul 5 – 24, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,695
  • Session 6 Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,250
  • Session 7 Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,250

↗ What parents like

  • Jewish-focused overnight camp
  • Located near Yosemite
  • Referral discount available

↘ Watch for

  • Credit card payments incur 3% fee

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee

What ages does Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee accept?
Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee cost?
Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee publishes $1,995/week for the standard session. A 3% non-refundable convenience charge will be applied to payments made via credit card. We encourage families to pay camp fees via debit card, ACH transfer, or check to avoid this additional charge. Refer a friend who’s new to Tawonga, ... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee accredited?
Yes — Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 98 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 Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee?
Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 98 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 Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee provide lunch?
Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee 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 Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Groveland?
Camp Tawonga - Session 2b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee is one of 13 overnight/sleepaway camps in Groveland 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.

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