Give Rise to Your Best Summer Ever
We love Oakland—but we also know that every kid deserves the chance to step beyond the city streets and into the great outdoors. That’s why Camp Phoenix isn’t just a summer camp—it’s a year-round adventure.
Here, young people get to run, explore and simply be kids in a space designed for growth, joy and discovery. Whether it’s hiking through towering redwoods, laughing over campfire skits, or tackling fun reading and math challenges, our programs create the kind of magic that sticks with you long after summer ends.
More than just a camp, Camp Phoenix is a community—one where friendships are built, confidence soars, and young leaders rise. So come join us in the fresh air, under the open sky, and see how unforgettable experiences in nature can shape the future.
Your adventure starts here.
Summer Camp
What happens when you mix Oakland’s energy with the magic of the great outdoors? You get the most lit summer ever. At Camp Phoenix, our week-long overnight camp is packed with adventure, creativity and the simple joy of being a kid. Spend your days hiking scenic trails, swimming under the sun, crafting masterpieces, belting out karaoke hits and playing games with old and new friends. Here, every moment is a chance to laugh harder, explore deeper and grow stronger.
Summer Camp
What happens when you mix Oakland’s energy with the magic of the great outdoors? You get the most lit summer ever. At Camp Phoenix, our week-long overnight camp is packed with adventure, creativity and the simple joy of being a kid. Spend your days hiking scenic trails, swimming under the sun, crafting masterpieces, belting out karaoke hits, and playing games with old and new friends. Here, every moment is a chance to laugh harder, explore deeper, and grow stronger.
Year-Round Adventures
Just because camp wraps up doesn’t mean the fun stops! We keep the adventures going long after the summer sun sets. Join us for epic hikes along the coast, up-close encounters at the aquarium, and explorations of our region’s best parks. Catch a local sports game with friends, discover new places and make memories that stretch far beyond the campfire. The best part? We cover the cost—you just bring your curiosity and a backpack.
Year-Round Adventures
Just because camp wraps up doesn’t mean the fun stops! We keep the adventures going long after the summer sun sets. Join us for epic hikes along the coast, up-close encounters at the aquarium, and explorations of our region’s best parks. Catch a local sports game with friends, discover new places and make memories that stretch far beyond the campfire. The best part? We cover the cost—you just bring your curiosity and a backpack.
Camp Phoenix is my safe place.
“Camp Phoenix is my safe place, the place I feel most at peace. It’s taught me what happiness is. And, even though there are a lot of tears, most of the time there are smiles and laughs. I can’t wait to come back to camp next year because it feels like home.”
Glenda aka “Owly”
Camper
The coolest thing about camp is that it gives you the ability to communicate with others and make new friends—and we all have things in common. We learn that we don’t have to be in different groups just because of who we are. It’s all about being one.
At Camp Phoenix, I learned that I was more than just a girl. I can do so much more than I didn’t know I could do. Now, I’m more comfortable with using my voice and speaking up for what’s right.
Because of camp, I’ve learned that there is more to nature than just being outside. When you’re in the great outdoors, you can find peace and it’s fun. That’s what all kids from Oakland should have.
650+ Middle School Students Have Already Had Their Lives Transformed by Attending Camp Phoenix
Help us give more Oakland kids the opportunity to be one with nature and develop into the strong, compassionate leaders our commmunity needs.
650+ Middle School Students Have Already Had Their Lives Transformed by Attending Camp Phoenix
Help us give more Oakland kids the opportunity to be one with nature and develop into the strong, compassionate leaders our commmunity needs.
Want to join our growing team?
Apply for our summer jobs and year-round volunteer positions.