A summer at Camp Loma Mar is full of adventure, fun, friendships, and a great staff leading the way! Nestled at the foot of the Santa Cruz mountains and among the beautiful redwoods, camper days are packed with fun activities like hiking, swimming, zip lining, scaling the rock wall, and so much more.
At Camp Loma Mar, every day is a new adventure. Mornings begin under the redwoods, afternoons are filled with swimming, climbing, and zip lining, and evenings bring campfires, songs, and laughter with friends.
Camp is more than just activities — it’s a place where kids try new things, grow in confidence, and build friendships that last long after summer ends. Guided by caring staff, campers discover both the joy of adventure and the comfort of belonging.
Summer at Camp Loma Mar is designed to meet campers where they are and help them grow through adventure, community, and fun. Campers are grouped into villages by age so activities are age-appropriate and friendships can flourish. Each village becomes a close-knit community where campers live, eat, and play together under the guidance of caring staff.
A sample daily schedule includes a balance of structured activities, free choice, and community time. Mornings and afternoons are filled with activity blocks that might include archery, hiking, climbing, swimming, or creative arts. Quiet Hour after lunch gives campers a chance to recharge, while evenings bring all-camp events like campfires, Color Chaos, and outdoor movies under the stars.
Learn a little more about our camp villages. Older teens can explore Leader in Training (LIT) and Camp Assistant (CA) opportunities!
One of the most unique parts of Camp Loma Mar is Pick Your Adventure, or PYA. This special time in the day allows campers to choose their own activities — whether that’s archery, climbing, crafts, or exploring the outdoors.
PYA gives campers more than just variety: it encourages them to step outside their comfort zone and try something new; helps them connect with peers beyond their cabin groups, building friendships across camp; and allows them to develop proficiency and confidence in activities they enjoy most.
By making their own choices, campers learn independence while still being supported by caring staff. PYA is often where campers discover new passions, build resilience, and gain the confidence that carries far beyond summer.
Take aim and build focus! Campers learn archery basics in a safe, supportive environment that builds confidence and coordination.
Soar through the trees and feel the rush! Our zipline adventure is a camper favorite, combining fun with a sense of accomplishment.
Reach new heights! Campers challenge themselves on our rock wall, building strength, resilience, and self-esteem one climb at a time.
Campers flex their creativity with Tie-Dye, Skit Nights, Bracelet making, Shrinky Dinks, and more!
Campers enjoy the great outdoors at night, making memories that last a lifetime!
At Camp Loma Mar, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience camp and we work hard to make that possible. We offer financial assistance for many of our camp programs. In addition, YMCA of the East Bay members receive a discount on each week of summer camp and on our weekend camps. Campership Applications are part of the registration process. When registering, the deposit fee of $100 will be waived until your application is processed.
Feel free to reach out to our Camp Loma Mar team to learn more about registration, programs, rentals, and ways to get involved!
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