Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 7–17 · $2,232/week
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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 7–17

Camp Tawonga

Camp Tawonga · $2,232/week

Jewish overnight camp near Yosemite offering a range of activities for youth.

▌ Editor's read Camp Tawonga's website loads as a real camp site, detailing its programs and mission. It is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, and holds California state license number 550000001. The camp has been operating for 97 years, having been founded in 1925 by Benny Nemerofsky, and is a nonprofit organization. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Tawonga offers overnight programs, focusing on Jewish culture, outdoor adventure, and community building. Google reviews for Camp Tawonga are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 200 reviews, frequently praising the camp's inclusive environment, engaging activities, and dedicated staff. Social media handles are @camptawonga on Instagram and camptawonga on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192997+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Camp Tawonga is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. language/cultural 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
1929 (97 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 13693 National Forest Hwy 120, Groveland, CA 95321, USA
  • Phone: (415) 543-2267
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Pricing varies by session length. Financial assistance is available.

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-rooted overnight camp
  • Located near Yosemite
  • All-gender cabins available

↘ Watch for

  • Financial aid may be needed
  • Some sessions have waitlists

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Tawonga

What ages does Camp Tawonga accept?
Camp Tawonga is open to children ages 7–17. 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 cost?
Camp Tawonga publishes $2,232/week for the standard session. Pricing varies by session length. Financial assistance is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Tawonga's hours?
Camp Tawonga 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 Camp Tawonga accredited?
Yes — Camp Tawonga is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 97 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?
Camp Tawonga is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 97 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 provide lunch?
Camp Tawonga 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.
Does Camp Tawonga offer transportation?
Camp Tawonga provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Tawonga with other camps.