Camp Fresno Jr
City of Fresno Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) · Private
Camp Fresno is the City of Fresno's youth summer camp at Shaver Lake (Dinkey Creek Road) in the Sierra Nevada, offering outdoor sessions for children ages 7–17 at no cost to families. Each week features a different theme with activities such as hiking, lake recreation, arts and crafts, and team challenges that build teamwork and leadership. The site also offers family cabin and tent camping.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Pathfinders - Mountain Legends OvernightRegister → | Jun 15 – Jun 16, 2026 | 11–14 | Free | Past season |
| Sierra Pathfinders - Forest Quests Trailblazer Tech DayRegister → | Jun 17, 2026 | 11–14 | Free/day | Past season |
| Camp Fresno Critter Rangers - Critter Quest OvernightRegister → | Jun 22 – Jun 23, 2026 | 8–11 | Free | Past season |
Availability shown as of Aug 7, 2026.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact City of Fresno Parks, After School, Recreation and Community Services (PARCS) directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Google Reviews
Powered by GoogleThis is more towards the handling of Fresno City Parcs. This place is beautiful the camp manager and staff were pleasant. I booked a cabin for my family from May30-June 1st. My biggest mistake was not taking pictures of the inside of the cabin, but I’ve never been in this situation before so it didn’t even cross my mind. This cabin was extremely dusty/dirty. Anyone even folks that don’t have allergies would have a hard time sleeping there. My 6year old started feeling sick just one hour after being inside the cabin. It was already dark we had checked in late at around 630-7pm and we didn’t want to drive back home to Fresno with 3 kids. My 6yr old and husband slept in our truck. We checked out 1 day early. Fresnos Parc refused at the very least a partial refund or a future credit for a stay or WHATEVER. They didn't make this right. But moving forward lesson learned I will always take pictures. Also we do family reunions at camp yeager ran by someone in Coalinga and are have old cabins similar to these..Never have those cabins been this dusty or dirty. I don’t recommend these cabins unless they actually clean them especially if you have younger children. My kids ages are 6,5,2 year olds & if you have small children you know how important cleanliness of where they sleep is. I also want to mention that Fresno camp was being advertised for like a month before I booked & I think they would have had more than enough time to make sure these cabins were up to par
3 words!! WE LOVE IT!! We will be back..The trails are amazing!! This July2023 we had our youth church camp " IGNITE " @ camp fresno Jr camp.. Thank you all who made it possible and you know exactly who u are..Thanks to our amazing Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer ..U have a amazing burden for the fresno youth.. U have maid a difference in our youth l!! Our youth all came back inspired And on 🔥 fire full of Jesus!! And the Jr youth came back so Excited aswell..what a difference yall have maid in so many young life's thank you.. Thiers not enough words to show our gratitude 🙏 Our counselors were all amazing And the preaching was so anointed !! The youth played volleyball, had bon fires,and crafts...The youth enjoyed the hike to the mill, it was so amazing 👏 🙏 🙌 GREAT UNITY!!!
My daughter's attended Camp REACH 2023 here & I chaperoned and the campsite was beautiful! Although there's still evidence from the forest fires not too long ago it was still very beautiful. The water was a little cold down in the creeks but that's expected from the melting show. The cabins are a lil old but cozy still. There's showers for the boys and one for the girls with hot running water, very clean. The restrooms are also very well kept up. Of course there's plenty of space to pitch a tent also. I would definitely recommend this campsite!
This place used to be great. Now that the city is running it its falling apart. If this were a private business they would shut it down. Sewage backup in showers. Flush toilets couldn't be used. Had to use porta potties. Septic overflowing and leaking right in the middle of the dirt areas where kids play/ group activities. Cabins were filthy and in need of repair. Amphitheater and benches are splintering. Still a great location with lots of activities in close proximity. River access, quiet and pretty.
This place is great! We have had the pleasure of being able to spend two family reunion get togethers here. There is so much room/space and it is so affordable. We got engaged here and plan a wedding here in 2018. Super nice and helpful grounds keepers too! We love Camp Fresno Jr!





