Welcome to Resident Camp

Location 300 acres of privately owned redwood forest in the Santa Cruz mountains Close to the beach, with easy access from anywhere in the Bay Area Warm summers, not too hot and not too cold Programs Something fun and exciting for everyone Programs for campers entering 1st thru 12th grades Convenient dates, with one and two week sessions 3 day mini camp for first time campers Staffing Exceptional staff from around the world An overall ratio of one adult for every 3 campers History Family owned and operated since 1946 Diamond certified and consistently rated among the best summer camps Activities The most comprehensive selection of activities available Excellent instruction and safety records Facilities Modern cabins with all the comforts of home Beautifully maintained facilities

Choosing a summer camp is an important decision. We have been a leader in children’s camps since 1946, and are excited to welcome you to our family. We pride ourselves on being hip to the times, while maintaining traditional values. Kennolyn has left a lasting impression on tens of thousands of children and adults alike throughout the years, and our campers and staff return year after year…in fact many on staff are former campers!

Camp is a great place to try new things, and we have a broad range of activities, both fun and instructional. Before summer starts, campers choose from over 40 activities (with instruction available for all levels), from Horseback Riding to Ropes & Climbing, from Watersports to Arts & Crafts to Archery, and everything in between. We also offer KC Select, our professional level activities that combine traditional camp experience with in-depth skill development in one area, including Trapeze, Surfing, Adventure Camp, Equestrian and Fencing.

 

On Special Days, we switch things up from the regular schedule for even more adventures. Outpost camping (on our own redwood filled property), Beach Trips, Water Carnival, a day at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 4th of July and Founder's Day are just some of our Special Day activities.

Each evening, we round out the day with an event for the entire camp. Campfire, Dance & Movie Night, Counselor Dress-Up and Scavenger Hunt are among the many evening activities.

We hope you will find this section of the website helpful in answering all of your questions about what makes Kennolyn such a wonderful place. If you have any questions or would like to speak with us directly, we would love to hear from you at camps@kennolyn.com or (831) 479-6714.