Evans Creek Retreat Up Camp
Stayton, OR

Oregon ACA accredited Christian resident camp with nearly fifty year history of serving teens and adults with cognitive delays, physical and social challenges.

Canyonview Camp
Silverton, OR

Canyonview Christian Camp, Silverton Oregon -- Quality Christian Camping since 1959

Chess Bootcamp with Fide Master Adarsh for all levels!
Portland, OR

Chess Bootcamp - Improve/learn chess in a week! 15 hours of lessons included from a FIDE Master at $150!

Medford P&R Day Camps
Medford, OR

Medford Parks & Recreation Day Camps

Youth Empowered Action Oregon
Molalla, OR

YEA Camp is a fun and unique camp for teens who want to make a difference in the world!

Fencing Camps
Salem, OR

Fencing for Kids and Teens

Northwest Adventures
Eugene, OR

A Week-long Adventure Program For Age groups 12-13 & 14-15.

Columbia Gorge School of Theatre
Portland, OR

CGST is a Theatre Camp where you'll study acting, singing, dancing, do a show, and enjoy tons of outdoor activities now at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon!

Saturday Academy
Portland, OR

Saturday Academy offers full-day, full-week camps for students in grades K-12.

Polaris Kids Dance Camp
Portland, OR

Watch your child jump, twirl and soar at Polaris this summer! Our mixed-discipline program allows the young dancer to experience a range of dance styles including contemporary, ballet, hip hop, aerial, and Jazz.

Clackamas Community College Summer Music Camps
Oregon City, OR

Clackamas Community College offers summer music camps for vocalists and instrumentalists. Spend 5 immersive days at the Studio Voices Summer Music Camp or the Summer Band Camp for a high level wind ensemble experience. Grades 9+.

Opal Creek Expeditions
Portland, OR

Enjoy a week in the beautiful and wild sections of Oregon's backcountry. Our trips will develop your backcountry skills, grow your confidence, expand your understanding of the ecosystem, and we'll have a ton of fun too!

NBC Camps
Auburn, Missoula, Spokane, Anchorage, Billings, Portland, Olds, Red Deer, Redding, Napa, and More, WA

NBC Camps offers residential basketball, volleyball, and soccer camps for kids age 9-18. NBC Camps encourages athletes to achieve excellence on and off the court.

Advantage Basketball Camps
Multiple Cities, AZ

Advantage Basketball Camps are nationally recognized as one of the Top ball handling camps in the world. Advantage was named by sports illustrated as one of the top two camps in the country

Oregon Camp Cedarbrook
Tygh Valley, OR

We are a one week Christian Skills camp for boys and girls ages 8-18.

Windells Snowboard, Skateboard, Freeski and BMX Camp
Welches, OR

World Famous, year round Camp for all ages and abilities on natural snow 365 days a year. Windells is considered to be the "funnest" place on earth and rightfully so.

High Cascade Snowboard Camp
Government Camp, OR

Summer Snowboard Camp for all ability levels at Mt. Hood. Meet pros, receive professional snowboard coaching and have FUN!

Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum
McMinnville, OR

Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum offers Day Camps throughout the school year, in addition to our week-long Spring Camps and Summer Camps!

Business Week
Corvallis, OR

Business camp offering a project-based learning environment where students create a business. Working in teams, students discover leadership skills and gain a solid grounding in the basic principles of business.

Ballyntyne Learning Farm
Salem, OR

A learning farm that focuses on teaching hands-on topics about the outdoors and science for toddlers through third graders.





General Notes About Camps in the State of Oregon

With warm, sunny days perfect for outdoor activities, the climate in Oregon is ideal for a wide variety of camps. Whether it’s hiking through mountain trails or enjoying a day of water sports along the coast, the weather supports both active exploration and relaxation. Cooler evenings, especially in higher elevations, offer a comfortable atmosphere for evening activities like campfires and group bonding. The mild summers and diverse weather conditions across the state ensure that camps can thrive in any setting, from the ocean to the mountains.

Oregon's geography is a blend of dramatic landscapes, each offering unique opportunities for summer camps. In urban areas like Portland and Eugene, day camps focus on arts, education, and sports, with easy access to parks, museums, and cultural attractions. These cities provide a great base for campers looking to explore both the urban environment and natural spaces. Just outside the cities, the state's natural beauty stands out. The Cascade Mountains, with their towering peaks and deep valleys, offer spectacular settings for hiking, rock climbing, and wilderness programs. Moving westward, the Oregon Coast provides miles of scenic beaches, cliffs, and coastal forests, perfect for water sports, environmental education, and nature walks. Further south, the Klamath Mountains feature rugged terrain and unique ecosystems, providing campers with opportunities to explore remote areas and learn about conservation. The Willamette Valley, known for its fertile soil and rolling hills, offers campers a chance to engage in agriculture-focused programs, environmental stewardship, and outdoor activities. Whether exploring the mountain ranges, the coast, or the valleys, Oregon’s geography guarantees that campers can connect with nature in ways that suit their interests.

The state’s ecosystems, from the temperate rainforests along the coast to the volcanic mountains, provide rich opportunities for ecological exploration. Campers in nature programs engage with Oregon’s diverse wildlife, learn about conservation, and take part in sustainability initiatives. The diverse environments offer hands-on activities like studying marine life, forest conservation, and wildlife observation. Whether exploring the coast’s tidal pools or hiking through the forests of the Cascade Range, campers gain a deeper understanding of ecological principles and the importance of preserving natural resources.