Kids today need the camp experience more than ever. Every day brings something new, exciting and challenging; like the power of a positive mentor, the confidence that comes from trying... then succeeding, and the importance of healthy, long-lasting friendships.

Located two hours from Los Angeles and 2 miles from Big Bear Lake YMCA Camp Whittle serves the youth population of greater Los Angeles through 9 weeks of youth summer resident camp.  Campers enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the forest, lake and meadow as they participate in activities and adventure!

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Activities at YMCA Camp Whittle include:

• horseback arena riding
• trail rides
• petting zoo
• climbing wall & zip line
• high and low ropes course
• campfires
• archery
• human foosball
• Black Hole slide
• gaga
• life size chess
• basketball
• sand volleyball
• heated swimming pool
• hiking
• mountain biking
• reptile nature shows
• kayaking
• paddleboating
• paddleboarding
• banana boat rides
• trips to the Bat Caves
• orienteering
• rock climbing
• yoga
• Alpha Wolf
• teambuilding activities
• badminton
• fitness races

*All activities are based on availability and age depending