Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure at Coastal Kiddos! Our Summer Camps are designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for nature. Kids will explore San Diego’s diverse ecosystems through fun games, hikes, and creative activities that encourage learning, teamwork, and discovery.
Each week, we offer two unique outdoor camps in different San Diego locations in North County San Diego & La Jolla. At these camps, small groups of young explorers (ages 4.5-11) learn and discover alongside our expert mentors.
- Small camp groups are run by highly educated and trained mentors.
- Camps will run from June 2nd- August 29th.
- Each camp runs Monday- Friday.
- AM session is 9-2pm, and PM session is 12-5pm.
- Themes include Magic of the Outdoors, Survival Skills & More!
Drop-ins available for camps not at capacity.
(Private camps available for groups of 4 or more- please email to inquire)
Kiddos will be dropped off and picked up by a guardian.
Here are a few of the locations we visit frequently for camps:
- San Dieguito Park
- Los Penasquitos Canyon
- Scripps Beach
- Annies Canyon
- Encinitas Community Park
- Torrey Highlands Park
Camp Themes:
Creative Arts
Use dirt to create masterpieces, collect leaves to craft giant collages, and tap into all the senses to fully appreciate the natural world around you.
Animal Biology
Explore the fascinating world of animals and critters through hands-on activities; learn about the vital roles animals play in nature while fostering respect for all creatures.
Survival Skills
Become a wilderness explorer as you learn essential survival skills, from animal tracking and shelter building to map reading and knot tying.
Ocean Biology
Learn proper ocean safety through fun games like aquarium building, scavenger hunting and natural boat building.
Farming & Gardening
Learn sustainable growing practices while discovering the incredible journey from garden to table by planting seeds and harvesting veggies.
Hiking
Learn how to find the hidden universes in the dirt, identify plants at first glance, and find fairy homes in the forest.
Natural History
Uncover Earth’s mysteries—track wildlife, hunt for fossils, identify plants, and explore ecosystems to see nature’s web in action.
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