☀️ Summer camp season is HERE — and Orange County’s lineup this year is UNREAL.
Whether your kid is into ocean adventures, rockets, water rescues, building things, performing arts, or just pure outdoor fun, there is a camp on this list made for them. Save this post — you’re going to need it. 🙌
🌊 Ocean Institute |
@ocean_institute Sail on a real tall ship, go whale watching, explore tide pools, and become a marine scientist for a week. Based in Dana Point, this is one of OC’s most iconic summer experiences. Ages 5–17.
🚀 AstroCamp |
@astrocamp A sleepaway adventure in the San Jacinto Mountains where kids explore space, science, and the outdoors. Think telescopes, rocketry, hiking, and lifelong friendships. Ages 8–17.
🏊 Wild Rivers Jr. Lifeguard Camp |
@wildriverswaterparkirvine Train like a real lifeguard AND get waterpark access at Southern California’s most exciting waterpark in Irvine. Water safety, rescue skills, obstacle courses, and a whole lot of splashing. Ages 6–13. Use promo code ATOC25 for $25 Off at registration
🔧 Urban Workshop Camp |
@urbanworkshop Costa Mesa’s epic makerspace gives kids access to real tools — woodworking, welding, 3D printing, laser cutters, and more. Your future engineer or inventor starts here. Ages 10–16.
🎭 Actor’s Studio of Orange County |
@actorsstudiooforangecounty Film & TV training, scene study, audition prep, and performance coaching for kids ready to step into the spotlight. A truly unique performing arts camp experience right here in OC.
🔬 Camp Discovery at Discovery Cube |
@thediscoverycube Where science comes to life! Hands-on experiments, STEM challenges, robotics, and themed weekly camps that spark curiosity and keep kids coming back. Based in Santa Ana. Ages K–5th grade.
🌅 Camp James |
@campjamesoc OC’s most beloved traditional day camp, nestled along the beautiful Back Bay in Newport Beach. Think kayaking, archery, zip lines, laser tag, climbing walls, drama, arts, and SO much more. Ages 5–17. Over 30 years of summer magic. 🏕️
✨ Which camp is calling your kid’s name?