{"id":232534,"date":"2026-03-23T13:36:02","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T13:36:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/232534\/"},"modified":"2026-03-23T13:36:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T13:36:02","slug":"city-run-camps-orange-county-register","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/232534\/","title":{"rendered":"City-run camps \u2013 Orange County Register"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ANAHEIM SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 5-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various locations in Anaheim<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-765-5155<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anaheim.net\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">anaheim.net<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The city offers camps to keep kids busy through the summer including CampVenture, a day camp of mixed activities and the O.A.K.S. nature camp inspired by Native American lifestyles. Wilderness Survival Camp at Oak Canyon Nature Center teaches first aid, food and water gathering, and shelter building using resources in nature.<\/p>\n<p>BREA SUMMER DAY CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: Enterting 1st through 6th grade<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 695 Madison Way, Brea<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-990-7179<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofbrea.gov\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityofbrea.gov<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Games, crafts, computers, sports and educational presentations with weekly excursions and local outings for Knott\u2019s Berry Farm, LA Zoo, other fun locations, swimming, movies and park visits. Registration will open April 20 for residents and April 21 for nonresidents.<\/p>\n<p>BUENA PARK KIDS SUMMER CAMP<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 6-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf June 1-Aug. 7<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Boisseranc Park, 7520, Dale St.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-562-3858<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buenapark.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.buenapark.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Kids, divided into two age groups (6-9 and 10-12), do a week of camp that includes a field trip to a local attraction such as the Los Angeles Zoo, Wild Rivers, an Angel game or Bolsa Chica State Beach.<\/p>\n<p>CAMP CYPRESS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: Entering 1st to 7th grade<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Dates: June 8-July 31<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Cypress Community Center, 5700 Orange Ave., Cypress<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-229-6780<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cypressca.org\/activities\/youth-activities-ages-3-12\/cypress-day-camp\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cypressrec.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Weeks have themes like \u201cSummer Safari\u201d and \u201cCarnival Wonderland\u201d and feature games, arts and crafts and cooking lessons. Campers take excursions to places such as Discovery Cube Orange County, Knott\u2019s Berry Farm, Big Air USA and Raging Waters.<\/p>\n<p>FULLERTON CAMP HILLCREST<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 5-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Dates: TBA<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Hillcrest Park Recreation Center 1155 N. Lemon St., Fullerton<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-773-5789<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityoffullerton.com\/home\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> cityoffullerton.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Camp Hillcrest provides a well-rounded and safe atmosphere for campers and provides instruction in arts and crafts, games and sports. Excurisons include Discovery Cube, LA Zoo, Knott\u2019s Soak City, Medieval Times, among others.<\/p>\n<p>GARDEN GROVE SUMMER DAY CAMP<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 5-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Nine sessions running throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Edgar Park, 12781 Topaz St.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-741-5200; 714-741-5211<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/ggcity.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">ggcity.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Campers will receive a camp T-shirt, snacks and refreshments and participate in games, activities and excursions to the beach, Knott\u2019s Berry Farm or an Angels game.<\/p>\n<p>HUNTINGTON BEACH SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 6-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Murdy Community Center, 7000 Norma Drive, Huntington Beach<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-536-5486<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonbeachca.gov\/index.php\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.huntingtonbeachca.gov<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Camp HB offers fun-filled weeks of camp, with themes such as sports, arts and crafts, water week and summer fun, plus on- and off-site excursions.<\/p>\n<p>IRVINE SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 4.5-18<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 949-724-6610<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/cityofirvine.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityofirvine.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>More than 100 summer camps are available, including half-day, full-day or part-time options. Sports, nature, art, theater, tennis, excursions, engineering and more are available.<\/p>\n<p>LAGUNA NIGUEL SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 3.5-9<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Dates: TBA<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Crown Valley Community Center, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Parks and Rec office 949-425-5100; Recreation Hotline 949-362-4351<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/cityoflagunaniguel.org\/1895\/Youth-Camps\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityoflagunaniguel.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Campers aged 3 1\/2 to 5 years old (must be potty-trained) can participate in Laguna Niguel Little Monarchs, a morning program featuring crafts, games, circle time and outdoor exploration. Kids aged 6-9 can join Crown Valley Knights, an all-day program that includes swimming and excursions. Campers can enroll for one week or the entire 8-week summer season.<\/p>\n<p>CLUB LA PALMA DAY CAMP<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 6-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Dates: TBA<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf George B. Miller Elementary School, 7751 Furman Road, with the final week of camp the La Palma Community Center, 7821 Walker Street<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-690-3350<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lapalmaca.gov\/330\/Club-La-Palma-Day-Camp\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityoflapalma.org\/daycamp<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Club La Palma is filled with action-packed activities and excursions to such destinations as Big Air Trampoline Park, Discovery Cube, Knott\u2019s Berry Farm, and more.<\/p>\n<p>MISSION VIEJO SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 5-17<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofmissionviejo.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityofmissionviejo.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The city offers a variety of specialty summer camps, including robotics, Minecraft, music video singing, American doll fashion as well as sports and academic camps. There is a also a general day camp called Mission: Camp Adventure.<\/p>\n<p>ORANGE YOUTH DAY CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Entering first grade to age 15<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf\u00a0 Runs in various locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-744-7293<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityoforange.org\/home\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityoforange.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Campers will enjoy sing-alongs, sports, games, crafts and weekly excursions outside the city.<\/p>\n<p>RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 3.5-17<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Bell Tower Regional Community Center, 22232 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 949-216-9700<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofrsm.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cityofrsm.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>A variety of classes such as art, chess, cooking, dance, cheerleading, movie-making and sewing.<\/p>\n<p>SADDLEBACK VALLEY UNIFIED SUMMER TLC<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: Entering first to sixth grade<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 949-586-1234<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.svusd.org\/departments\/child-care-services\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">saddlebackchildcare.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Each day is filled with game-inspired activities like indoor and outdoor challenges, creative arts and crafts, hands-on experiments, STEM exploration, dress-up theme days and excursions.<\/p>\n<p>SAN CLEMENTE SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 3-15<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 949-361-8264; or 949-361-8200<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanclemente.gov\/186\/Beaches-Parks-Recreation\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.san-clemente.org\/recreation-community<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The city offers more than 200 camps with such titles as children\u2019s theater, active adventure and beach volleyball.<\/p>\n<p>SANTA ANA SUMMER ACTIVITIES<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 5-12<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-647-5307<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf www.santa-ana.org<\/p>\n<p>Kids can enjoy organized games and fitness activities, arts and crafts, library visits, and computer workshops. Summer Splash Day Camp, which runs June 1-Aug. 7, includes swimming lessons and excursions to attractions such as the Santa Ana Zoo and Discovery Science Center.<\/p>\n<p>TUSTIN SUMMER CAMPS<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Ages: 3-17<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Tustin Family and Youth Center, 14722 Newport Ave.<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 714-573-3370<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/tustinca.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">tustinca.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This camp offers arts and crafts, cooking classes, outdoor games, video games and personal enrichment workshops.<\/p>\n<p>YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Starts in June<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf 50+ locations around Orange County<\/p>\n<p>\u25cf <a href=\"https:\/\/ymcaoc.org\/day-specialty-camp\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">ymcaoc.org\/summer-day-camp<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Day camps feature sports and out- door activities, field trips, and specialty clubs like cooking, art, photography and sports. Excursions include the zoo, Discovery Cube L.A., Knott\u2019s Berry Farm and Boomers. The program offers water games, outdoor sports, and arts and crafts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"ANAHEIM SUMMER CAMPS \u25cf Ages: 5-12 \u25cf Various dates and locations throughout the summer \u25cf Various locations in&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":232535,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[163,165,164,104924,420],"class_list":["post-232534","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-anaheim","tag-anaheim","tag-anaheim-headlines","tag-anaheim-news","tag-summer-camp","tag-things-to-do"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/232534","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=232534"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/232534\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/232535"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=232534"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=232534"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=232534"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}