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CAR CAMPING: Park next to your campsite! Campground is easily accessible with minimal walking required with camping gear
Hikes are easy with gradual uphills the first mile. You should be able to walk up to 2 miles carrying you and your child's items. We'll take a break — usually around the 1-mile mark — for lunch plus make other stops along the way to play, snack. The cave hike is NOT stroller friendly but another hike we will do is jogging stroller friendly (not good for regular strollers)
All activities are family-friendly and suitable for all ages
Recommend packing light for easier setup and more fun!
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SUBJECT to CHANGE due to weather, change in trail conditions, etc.
Friday:
4 PM: Check-in begins
5 PM: Set up camp, kids enjoy arts and crafts station, games and play together
5:30 PM: Family dinner time
7 PM: Evening campfire with s'mores, stories and getting to know each other
SATURDAY:
7:15 AM: Depart for bat cave exploration hike (about 2 miles with stops)
12 PM: Return to camp for lunch and rest time
Afternoon: Kids' activities at camp - scavenger hunt, learning about rocks and volcanoes, nature games, arts and crafts. Short hike from campsite to explore (0.5 miles, flat). Families can rest or explore on their own
Evening: Campfire, storytelling, stargazing + s’mores
SUNDAY:
7:15 AM: Depart on hike to hopefully spot California condors (approximately 2 miles with stops for wildlife viewing and play)
10:30 AM: Return to camp, break camp
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Car camping - park your vehicle near your tent site
Food storage locker, fire pit and picnic table at each campsite (campfire depends on park advisory due to conditions at time of our trip; can use gas stove for S’mores if needed)
Modern flush toilets and drinking water located near campsites
Camp store on-site for any forgotten essentials or last-minute needs
Showers available near camp store
Standard campground trash and recycling facilities
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FLAT FEE PER PERSON
Every person is charged the same fee — we are a child-centered program.
EARLY BIRD PRICING - SAVE $25! (until January 31, 2027, 10 p.m.):
$100 per person
PRICING AFTER JANUARY 31:
$125 per person
No refunds are provided
Camping trip takes place rain or shine
SPOTS ARE LIMITED: The only way to hold your place is by completing the sign-up form and making payment.
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The campsites are on a flat area with fire pits and grills, plus parking spaces, picnic tables and storage locker. The ground is a mix of dirt, sand and grass.
Most of the campsites are NOT shaded.
The restrooms and showers are nearby.
We have 5 INDIVIDUAL campsites (not a group site) that are next to or near each other, and we’ll pair you up with friends or similarly-aged families.
PARKING: Each site allows a MAX of 2 vehicles. If your vehicle(s) don’t fit your site’s parking spur, there is overflow parking available nearby (behind the campground store/pool) — since campsites are close together, overflow parking should still be close by too.
All of the campsites are connected to one another. We’re in an area with several campsites and only one of them is booked by folks not in our group.RVs, camper vans and pop-up tents are all welcome — this trip is set up for all kinds of camping styles.
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What We Provide
We are focused on providing the best family camping experience possible by offering families the chance to join a community of like-minded families who love the outdoors. We handle all the planning for busy parents, organizing well-planned, fun and educational activities like hiking, kayaking and caving, while providing camp classic experiences like S'mores and stories around the campfire, plus arts and crafts. Our goal is to create memorable adventures while managing all the logistics so you can focus on making memories with your family.
Campsite Reality & Expectations
We work hard to secure the best available campsites for our group while managing the realities of California's extremely competitive camping landscape. Booking campsites in California is challenging, with only seconds to secure anything when reservations open, if availability exists at all.
Campsite conditions vary significantly and may include:
Different ground surfaces (grass, dirt, or gravel)
Sloped or uneven terrain
Varying levels of shade (from heavily wooded to open sun)
Different views and proximity to water features
Natural wildlife including wasps, insects, and other critters
Varying noise levels from other campers
Different facility conditions and accessibility
Parking: Each site allows a MAX of 2 vehicles. If your vehicle(s) don’t fit your site’s parking spur, there is overflow parking available nearby (behind the campground store/pool). Campers can leave extra vehicles there overnight, though you cannot camp in the overflow lot itself.
Group camping logistics: When group campsites aren't available, we book individual campsites as close together as possible, though proximity cannot always be guaranteed. In these situations, we designate one site as "Camp HQ" for group activities like S'mores, arts and crafts, and community gatherings. You may need to walk or drive short distances between your assigned campsite and Camp HQ.
Weather and environmental factors: Outdoor conditions including weather, temperature, and natural elements are beyond our control and can affect your camping experience.
Agreement
We do not make promises about specific campsite features, views, terrain, or conditions. Our commitment is to secure the best available sites and provide exceptional programming and community experiences. By booking with us, you acknowledge and accept these conditions as part of the authentic outdoor camping experience.
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All logistics
Guided hikes
A digital guide for our adventure that includes natural + cultural history of the area
A camping checklist
Assistance with camping set-up
Scavenger hunt and educational activities
Arts and crafts for the kids plus Easter-themed crafts
A patch as a memento of the camping trip plus a small journal for parents to document the adventure! (campers only)
S'mores for the group
Firewood + charcoal for the group
First-aid kit for the group
Tent repair and similar supplies for the group
Loaner kit of hiking gear (48-hour notice). Please inquire about what gear is available; I have items for kids and adults, like single/double jogging strollers, Baby Bjorn infant carrier, toddler backpack carrier, beach wagons, etc. Borrow gear from our loaner kit
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Food (we can potluck the side dishes if people want)
Camping gear (though I have some hiking gear and limited camping gear that you can rent: our loaner kit)
Personal items - Toiletries, medications, clothing, etc.
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The weather reaches the mid 60s during the day with overnights dipping to the low 40s. Please ensure that you have a season-3 sleeping bag (which is the most common one; it's great for everything except snow). I'll be keeping an eye on the weather and will advise you as we get closer to the trip. If you prepare you'll be warm. Tips on staying warm in cooler temps: our winter camping tips
WHY VISIT NOW? Because there is the potential to explore a second set of caves that is only open a few days a year. We won't know until the day of our hike if these special caves will be open. -
Because there is the potential to explore a second set of caves that is only open a few days a year. We won't know until the day of our hike if these special caves will be open.
WHERE WE ARE STAYING