Camp Tawonga

★★★★★ 5.01 reviewGroveland, CAAges 8–17

Last checked August 2026

Camp Tawonga is a Jewish overnight (residential) summer camp on the Tuolumne River at the edge of Yosemite, run by a nonprofit and accredited by the American Camp Association. It serves kids and teens ages 7-17 in 1-, 2-, and 3-week sleepaway sessions built around swimming, a ropes course, river time, hiking, arts, music, and Shabbat, plus teen leadership programs. Financial assistance is available.

Camps

In-Training Program (4 weeks, 12th grade)Past season
Jun 7 – Jul 3, 2026Ages 17
Taste of Camp 1 (1 week, grades 2nd-6th)Past season
Jun 7 – Jun 12, 2026Ages 7–11
Session 2a (2 weeks, grades 3rd-6th)Past season
Jun 14 – Jun 26, 2026Ages 8–11

The practical details

Ages
Ages 8–17 · Grades 2–12
Environment
Outdoor
Operator
Camp Tawonga · Nonprofit
Financial aid
Available
LGBTQ+ Welcoming
Before you register

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 Camp Tawonga directly before you register or pay.

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Accreditations & licensing

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ACA Accredited
Meets the American Camp Association's health, safety, and program standards, reviewed on a recurring accreditation cycle.

As stated by the camp or listed in the accrediting organization's directory — confirm current status with the accreditor.

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★★★★★Kelly Maples

Beautiful, Peaceful and inclusive.

$1,795 – $7,250 per sessionVisit website