Sierra Slam Quest
Camp Tawonga offers Jewish overnight camp, adventure quests, and teen leadership programs near Yosemite.
▌ Editor's read The website tawonga.org loads as a real camp site for Camp Tawonga, not 'Sierra Slam Quest.' Camp Tawonga is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2024. It is licensed in California under facility number 550000001. The camp has been operating for 98 years, founded in 1925, and is a nonprofit organization. The 'About Us' page mentions Deborah Newbrun as a former director who significantly shaped the camp. The camp offers overnight programs and explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Google reviews for Camp Tawonga show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 300 reviews, with themes highlighting the positive impact on children, strong community, and connection to nature. Social media handles include @camp_tawonga on Instagram and camptawonga on Facebook.
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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
Who thrives here Ages 12–14
Sierra Slam Quest is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure 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
- 1928 (98 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 12–14
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 31201 Mather Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
- Phone: (415) 543-2267
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $5,250 for 2 weeks for most sessions. Some sessions have different pricing.
Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (4 one-week), from May 22 to Sep 6.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 8 May 22 – 25, 2026 · 1 week
- Session 9 Aug 20 – 23, 2026 · 1 week
- Session 10 Aug 27 – 30, 2026 · 1 week
- Session 11 Sep 3 – 6, 2026 · 1 week
↗ What parents like
- Jewish cultural focus
- Located near Yosemite
- Offers financial assistance
↘ Watch for
- High cost per week
- Limited session availability
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Sierra Slam Quest
- What ages does Sierra Slam Quest accept?
- Sierra Slam Quest is open to children ages 12–14. 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 Sierra Slam Quest cost?
- Sierra Slam Quest publishes $2,625/week for the standard session. That sits 18% above the $2,232 median for adventure camps in Groveland — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. $5,250 for 2 weeks for most sessions. Some sessions have different pricing. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Sierra Slam Quest's hours?
- Sierra Slam Quest 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 Sierra Slam Quest accredited?
- Yes — Sierra Slam Quest 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 Sierra Slam Quest?
- Sierra Slam Quest 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 Sierra Slam Quest provide lunch?
- Sierra Slam Quest 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 Sierra Slam Quest compare to other adventure camps in Groveland?
- Sierra Slam Quest is one of 7 adventure 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Sierra Slam Quest with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Sports summer camps guide · Check coaching style, intensity, safety, and logistics.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Sierra Slam Quest.
- 6-Day Yosemite High Country Adventure · Yosemite National Park · Ages 13–18 · $1,990/week
- Camp Tawonga · Groveland, CA · Ages 7–17 · $1,795/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1 (Grades 5-10) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,798/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1 (Grades 5-10) - Standard Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,898/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1a (Grades 3-6) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 8–12 · $1,897/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1a (Grades 3-6) - Standard Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 8–12 · $1,997/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 2 (Grades 5-10) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,798/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 2 (Grades 5-10) - Standard Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,898/week