Camp Augusta
A non-profit, choice-based overnight camp in Northern California with a focus on personal growth and community.
▌ Editor's read Camp Augusta's website loads as a legitimate camp site, detailing its program and philosophy. It is accredited by the American Camp Association, with accreditation valid through 2025, and holds California state license number 090100078. The camp, founded by Chester and Helen Armstrong, has been operating for 90 years, indicating a long-standing history. It is a non-profit organization. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:2 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Augusta is an overnight program. Google reviews show an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 200 reviews, with many praising the dedicated staff, diverse activities, and positive impact on campers' confidence and social skills. Social media handles are @campaugusta on Instagram and 'campaugusta' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–18
Camp Augusta 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
- Yes
- Established
- 1936 (90 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–18
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 17530 Lake Vera Purdon Road, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Phone: (530) 265-3702
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $2425 for one-week, $4775 for two-weeks. Mini-camp is $510 for 3 days.
Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 1.
2 open · 1 waitlist
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 3 Jun 21 – Jul 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,775 Waitlist
- Session 4 Jul 5 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,775
- Session 5 Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,775
↗ What parents like
- Over 150 activities
- High staff-to-camper ratio
- Organic, scratch-made food
↘ Watch for
- Frequently has a waitlist
- No electronics allowed
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Augusta
- What ages does Camp Augusta accept?
- Camp Augusta is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Augusta cost?
- Camp Augusta publishes $2,425/week for the standard session. $2425 for one-week, $4775 for two-weeks. Mini-camp is $510 for 3 days. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Augusta's hours?
- Camp Augusta 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 Augusta accredited?
- Yes — Camp Augusta is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Augusta?
- Camp Augusta is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 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 Augusta provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Augusta 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.
- How does Camp Augusta compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Nevada City?
- Camp Augusta is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Nevada City 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 Camp Augusta 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 Augusta.
- CIRCLE (Part I) · Nevada City, CA · Ages 16–18
- Camp Augusta: Mini-Camp · Nevada City, CA · Ages 7–8 · $510/week
- Camp Cadi-Casu - Traditional Camp · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 7–17 · $750/week
- One Week · Nevada City, CA · Ages 8–16 · $2,425/week
- CIRCLE (Part II) · Nevada City, CA · Ages 16–18
- Traditional Camp · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 7–11 · $750/week
- Two Weeks · Nevada City, CA · Ages 8–16 · $2,388/week