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2025 Day Camp News

2025 Camp News

DAY CAMP AVAILABILITY AND NEWS

The YMCA of San Diego County’s summer day camp season is in full swing! While many of our popular camps are full, rosters fluctuate throughout the summer,  and spots often become available in the days leading up to each camp week. Check this page for a quick roundup of fun camps with availability over the next few weeks. If you are interested in a particular camp, please check the program finder regularly, as we fill openings on a first come, first served basis.

We invite you to opt in to our camp interest email list. We’ll send capacity updates and a reminder to check for openings for your preferred week. Note: We are not able to provide updates on specific camps. 

CHOOSE YOUR BRANCH LOCATION

Get all the news about summer day camp and check out some cool camps around the county that have openings in the next couple of weeks!

Located in Santee 

  • CHALLENGERS CAMP (Ages 10-13) | July 14-18 | FIND SESSIONS
  • LIT FIELDWORK CAMP (Ages 13-15) | July 14-18, July 21-25 | FIND SESSION
  • LEGO MINDSTORM ROBOTICS CAMP (Ages 8-12) | July 14-18 | FIND SESSION
  • PAINTBALL CAMP (Ages 7-12) | July 21-25 | FIND SESSION

Located in CITY HEIGHTS

Located in LA JOLLA

Located in SOUTHEAST SAN DIEGO

Located in OCEANSIDE

Located in LA MESA

  • CIT FIELDWORK CAMP (Ages 15-16) | July 14-18, 21-25 | FIND SESSIONS
  • LIT FIELDWORK CAMP (Ages 13-15) | July 14-18, 21-25 | FIND SESSIONS

Located in ENCINITAS

Located in SPRING VALLEY

Located in POINT LOMA

Located in MISSION VALLEY

Located in KEARNY MESA

Located in POWAY

Located in Chula Vista

Single day camps

In addition to our full-week programs, several branches offer flexible single-day camps, which often have openings!

Latest from Camp

Take a look at what’s happening at camp — from unforgettable moments and daily adventures to behind-the-scenes fun. We’re sharing highlights from all around camp life, including snapshots from Instagram, Facebook and beyond, to give you a peek at the summer magic in motion!

NEW! Wheels, Waves & Whirls camp

MAGDALENA ECKE FAMILY YMCA

We’re rolling out something brand new and exciting for this summer: Wheels, Waves & Whirls, a high-energy adventure camp that’s all about fun on the move throughout San Diego.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday: Roll into fun at Skate World for roller skating.

Tuesday: Head to Belmont Park for rides, attractions and classic amusement park fun.

Thursday: Soak up the sun with a beach day full of sandcastles, surf games and more.

Ages 7-13

Overnight Camp

There’s still time to squeeze in an unforgettable overnight camp experience before summer ends! Whether it’s classic camp fun at YMCA Camp Marston in Julian, horseback riding at YMCA Raintree Ranch or beachside adventures at YMCA Camp Surf, our overnight camps offer something for every kind of camper. Camps run through mid-August — don’t miss out. See what campers have to say about itwatch the reel here!

GET HELP PAYING FOR CAMP

The Carlos Huelga Surf Scholarship is available to aspiring young surfers interested in bringing a lifelong passion to life. This scholarship for surf camp was created in loving memory of cherished father, friend, husband and dedicated member of the Ryan Family Y Board of Advisors, Carlos Huelga (1962-2023).

Did you know that several agencies in San Diego County, like the Y and Child Development Associates, can help fully or partially pay for child care or day camp? Learn more here.