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The warm season may seem like a far way off, but if you plan to enroll your kids in summer camp, now is the time to secure their spot. From living history experiences to thrilling kayaking explorations, there’s a range of summer camps for kids in Mt. Hood Territory tailored to different interests and age groups. Here's our guide to camps that will keep your kids learning and adventuring all summer long.
One of the top paddling schools in the Northwest, eNRG Kayaking offers fun and exciting summer camps in Oregon City customized by age for kids ages 8-17.
Younger children are introduced to paddling and water comfort skills through themed games and activities, while older, more experienced kids learn to refine their white water kayaking and risk management skills. Those wanting to take the adventure to the next level can embark on an immersive Overnight Camp to build wilderness skills while enjoying kayaking, paddle boarding, rafting, hiking, and more.
Camps start in June and run through August. Use the early bird discount code BIRD24 until March 31 to get $45 off each 5-day summer camp.
High Cascade Snowboard Camp has a 28-acre campus 20 minutes from Government Camp that offers both day camp and overnight options for youth ages 9-20. Young people can learn how to snowboard on Mt. Hood and work their way up to more intensive training programs. Camps take place June through August.
New this year: Three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Shaun White and the Whitespace team have teamed up with High Cascade to provide a special weeklong camp in June to kick off the season.
Philip Foster Farm takes your child back in time with different camps for kids ages 5-15 at an authentic Oregon Trail site in Eagle Creek. In the K-2 camp, children enjoy pioneer fun, crafts, songs, and games. Camp for slightly older children immerses them in hands-on experiences in dressing, eating, working, and playing like a pioneer. There’s also an option for teens who have outgrown day camps to explore pioneer life, Victorian manners and more.
Camps take place in June and July.
Stronger Skatepark is an indoor skate park in Milwaukie for all ability levels. The facility includes two street areas, two ramps, a 7’ quarter pipe, as well as moveable ledges, manual pads, rails and kickers.
They offer weekly on-campus summer camps where kids ages 6-13 can choose to focus on skateboarding, roller skating and more. The park strives to foster a safe, inclusive environment for all, with themes that include LGBTQ Week and Girls Week. They also offer travel camps for kids ages 10-16 to explore the area's outdoor offerings.
Camps take place June through August.
Our Table Cooperative in Sherwood offers farm camps for kids ages 6-11 that combine outdoor adventure with learning about nature, sustainability, and creativity. These three-day camps are designed to inspire and educate children with hands-on learning about the wonders of biodiversity, sustainable gardening, art, storytelling, harvesting, and preserving.
Camps take place in July and August.
Kids ages 5-12 can learn about life on the farm at Triskelee Farm in West Linn. Camp goers spend the day outside milking goats, gardening, tasting the farm’s bounty, and caring for the land and environment. There’s also time for story time, games and crafts. Triskelee also offers a Demigod training camp inspired by Camp Half Blood for Greek mythology enthusiasts aged 8-14.
Camps take place June through August.
Help your child build new skills and create lasting memories at summer camps near Portland. Stay in the loop on other fun things to do in Mt. Hood Territory by signing up for our e-newsletter.
