Pinecrest Lake Overnight Summer Camp

Pinecrest, CA

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About Pinecrest Lake Overnight Summer Camp

Evening programs and camp spirit

Each evening we gather for an all-camp activity. Fan favorites include campfires with s'mores, counselor hunt and Zombies vs Humans — a zombie apocalypse where campers work together to avoid being turned into a zombie. We offer all-camp programs as a way to build camaraderie and create camp spirit. When dinner completes, these activities include Capture the Flag, Zombies vs Humans, Shapetionary, Rainbow Color Hunt, Opening and Closing Campfire & more.

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At a glance

Camp type: Overnight camp
Founded: 2013
Ages: 7–13
Enrollment: Coed
Accreditations stated by camp: American Camp Association

Activities

Waterfront

Swimming
Kayaking

Land Sports

Soccer
Basketball
Archery
Volleyball
Hockey

Arts & Creative

Painting
Dance

More activities

campfire with songs and s'mores
capture the flag
crafts
gaga ball
horseback riding
kickball
paddle boarding
pickleball
ping pong
skits / improv
street hockey
talent show

Clues to fit

Parent review — first-timer nervousness turned to joy

"Run for Fun Overnight Camp was my daughter's favorite week of the summer. She was nervous before the start of camp, but was quickly welcomed by the counselors and introduced to the other campers in her age group. At the end of the week, my daughter came home exhausted, but with a big smile. After a full night of sleep she could not stop talking about how much fun she had! This camp is exceptional and I would highly recommend Run for Fun Overnight Camps to anyone interested in the sleep away camp experience." —Dan

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Two-week sessions — friendship and multi-week perks

When signing up for a two-week or longer session, stay for the flex-day at no additional cost with other multi-week campers, a Camp Director and other female and male staffers for ice cream by the lake, extra water time, movie night, laundry and priority placement in the Pick Your Path Program.

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Traditions & shared moments

Activities at Pinecrest Lake — full list

Archery is located in Main Camp and is always one of the campers' favorite activities — counselors accompany kids and assist them, and no archery equipment is left at the range unaccompanied. Horseback riding is a one-hour trail ride with scenic views, offered once per session. Kayaking and paddle boarding take place on Pinecrest Lake; lifeguards provide supervision and each participant wears a lifejacket. Additional activities include Gaga Ball, Capture the Flag, 9 square in the air, Team Asteroids, Dr. Dodgeball, Soccer, Basketball, Street Hockey Tournaments, Home Run Derby, Swimming with lifeguards, Dance, Skits/Improv, Ping Pong, Forts and Fairy Houses, Pickleball, Volleyball, Talent Show, Cabin Skits, and campfires with songs and s'mores.

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2027 sessions & tuition

6 nights

2027-06-20 – 2027-06-26

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,395

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,445

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,495

Overnight camp

7 Days, 6 Nights

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5 nights

2027-06-27 – 2027-07-02

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,245

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,295

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,345

Overnight camp

6 Days, 5 Nights

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7 nights – includes 4th of July BBQ and celebration

2027-07-03 – 2027-07-10

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,520

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,575

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,625

Overnight camp

8 Days, 7 Nights; includes 4th of July BBQ and celebration

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6 nights

2027-07-11 – 2027-07-17

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,395

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,445

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,495

Overnight camp

7 Days, 6 Nights

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6 nights

2027-07-18 – 2027-07-24

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,395

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,445

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,495

Overnight camp

7 Days, 6 Nights

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6 nights

2027-07-25 – 2027-07-31

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,395

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,445

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,495

Overnight camp

7 Days, 6 Nights

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6 nights

2027-08-01 – 2027-08-07

Early Registration (until 3/8): $1,395

Normal Registration (3/9 to 4/12): $1,445

Late Registration (4/13–8/7): $1,495

Overnight camp

7 Days, 6 Nights

Dates, rates & eligibility ↗

Programs & camp life

Pick Your Path program — elevating the camper experience

The Pick Your Path program was created to elevate your camper's experience and ignite their passions while at Pinecrest. Program highlights include an additional half-day horseback excursion, painting by the lake, Olympic sports competition and more. The program takes place 4 times over a two-week session and is prioritized for two-week campers.

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What Pinecrest Lake Overnight Camp is — overview

A traditional co-ed sleepaway camp for kids ages 7–13 in the Sierra Nevada. Campers enjoy "challenge by choice" activities, including sports, kayaking, horseback riding, and so much more. Our traditional overnight camp has been fostering great friendships built on play, imagination and collaboration since 2013. Whether playing sports & games in the woods, kayaking on Pinecrest Lake, or going for a scenic horseback ride your camper is sure to have a blast. Camp offers children a safe place to try new activities and to challenge themselves in a screen free environment.

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For parents & families

ACA accreditation and safety standards

Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association meeting rigorously reviewed standards for safety, program quality and overall best practices. Among our high-energy staff we have counselors who are certified in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding.

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Cabins and overnight supervision

Campers are lodged in cabins by age group and gender. Campus has two bath-houses with easily accessible flush toilets, hot water and showers. Each cabin has 8–10 bunk beds. The counselors stay in the cabin through the night, providing around-the-clock supervision for the campers. The cabins are a short walk to the dining hall and are centrally located in the camp where most of the activities take place.

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Financial aid and scholarships

We offer scholarships on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in financial aid or a scholarship, please fill out our Scholarship form.

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Friend placement requests — cabin groupings

We take requests for placement with friends, of course! However, the pairings need to be close in age and the same gender.

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