What ages does CYO Summer Camp accept?

CYO Summer Camp is open to children ages 8–14. 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 CYO Summer Camp cost?

CYO Summer Camp publishes $1,000/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs CYO Summer Camp?

CYO Summer Camp is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does CYO Summer Camp provide lunch?

Yes — CYO Summer 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.

How does CYO Summer Camp compare to other religious camps in Occidental?

CYO Summer Camp is one of 11 religious camps in Occidental 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.

▌ Religious · Ages 8–14

CYO Summer Camp

Occidental, CA · $1,000/week

CYO Summer Camp offers traditional overnight camp experiences with activities like swimming, archery, and arts & crafts.

▌ Editor's read CYO Summer Camp is an overnight camp program operated by Catholic Charities SF, indicating a church-synagogue-mosque ownership type. The website provides detailed information about session dates, pricing, and activities, which include archery, swimming, hiking, and arts & crafts. While the site mentions a focus on community and Catholic values, it does not explicitly state ACA accreditation status or provide a staff-to-camper ratio. There is also no direct mention of background checks for staff on the provided registration page. The camp's social media handles (Instagram: cyocamp, Facebook: CYOCamp) are readily available, suggesting an active online presence.

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Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
Operator: Faith-based organization

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Details

Category: Religious
Ages: 8–14
Address: 12500 Camp CYO Rd, Occidental, CA 95465
Phone: (415) 863-5100
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Camper Fee: $1,000. The traditional “Friends & Family” $40 discount is available for summer 2026!

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about CYO Summer Camp

What ages does CYO Summer Camp accept?: CYO Summer Camp is open to children ages 8–14. 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 CYO Summer Camp cost?: CYO Summer Camp publishes $1,000/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs CYO Summer Camp?: CYO Summer Camp is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does CYO Summer Camp provide lunch?: Yes — CYO Summer 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.
How does CYO Summer Camp compare to other religious camps in Occidental?: CYO Summer Camp is one of 11 religious camps in Occidental 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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