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Beyond the Beach: Uncovering California’s Best-Kept Secret Summer Camps

While getting out in the sand and the sun is a hallmark of summer vacation, many kids — and people in general — crave something more. There’s more than one way to have an outdoor adventure, and AstroCamp invites you to discover camps in California that offer something a little different. Our summer camp programs are designed to be as unique as the kids who attend them — we want kids to make the most of every summer vacation they have.

What Makes Unique Summer Camp Experiences in California?

In a world where summer camp has become synonymous with cabins on the beach and sunny days playing sports, anything outside the norm deserves to be recognized. To find unique summer camps in California, start with what your child is passionate about. Should you be looking for summer camps for kids interested in space? Music? Science? Your child’s interests can guide your search and make them even more excited about spending some time away from home.

From there, you can refine your search more easily until you find the place ready to accept your child and help them pursue more of what they’re passionate about. Good news — if you’re reading this, you’ve already made it to one of the top STEM summer camps in California.

The Best STEM Summer Camp in Southern California

AstroCamp is located on an 80-acre campus near the town of Idyllwild in the San Jacinto Mountains — and we welcome the science nerds, math whizzes, art geeks and multitalented superstars. We let our kids curate their experience to meet their interests and develop customized camp activities to engage and inspire them. During the day, campers participate in activities like:

Kids will also be able to enjoy social events that encourage them to try something new and connect with other campers, like participating in a Renaissance festival or telling stories around a campfire.

What Makes AstroCamp Different?

AstroCamp is more than just a summer camp. We are a choose-your-own-adventure experience that puts kids in control of their summer destiny, just as we have for over 40 years. Our attendees balance having fun with taking on new opportunities to display leadership, innovate solutions and explore their creative side, all while meeting new people and forming a lifelong community.

Let Your Child Shine at One of the Best Science Summer Camps in California

Give your child an immersive, hands-on learning experience unlike any other. Our outdoor adventure camp in California is accepting applicants now! We invite you to reach out with all your questions and let your child choose the best summer camp for their interests.