YMCA Camp Marston (YMCA of San Diego County) is the county's flagship overnight (resident) camp, set on more than 200 acres of mountain terrain near Lake Jessop in Julian and billed as the oldest organized youth camp in the region. It serves children and teens ages 7 to 17, grouped into age-based villages, with activities including a climbing tower, canoeing, arts and crafts, and trail exploration. Week-long sessions include room and board.
Camps
| Camp | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinders | Session 1Register → | Jun 6 – Jun 11, 2027 | 13–15 | $1200 | Active |
| Challengers | Session 1Register → | Jun 6 – Jun 11, 2027 | 10–12 | $1200 | Active |
| Marston L.I.T | June 6-18Register → | Jun 6 – Jun 18, 2027 | 15–17 | $1800 | Active |
Explorers, Challengers, Pathfinders & Adventurers - Members $1,080 / Non-Members $1,200
L.I.T.s - Members $1,620 / Non-Members $1,800
O.W.L.S - Members $1,530 / Non-Members $1,700
The practical details
- Ages
- Ages 7–17 · Grades 2–12
- Environment
- Indoor/Outdoor
- Operator
- YMCA of San Diego County · YMCA
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 YMCA of San Diego County directly before you register or pay.
