The calendar may still say winter, but it’s already time to start thinking ahead to summer. That means days at the lake, hikes in the mountains, and, for those of you with kids, summer camps.
Some of the most popular summer camp options around the high desert are already opening up their registrations, so if you’re looking to keep your kids busy while you work and want to start planning around those summer vacations, then now is the time to start researching.
Luckily, Central Oregon has no shortage of camp options that will keep the fun rolling all summer long. With choices like mountain biking, paddling, overnight stays at the lake, art, yoga, and more, there is plenty of fun in store for your little ones.
We will be updating this post throughout the spring as more camps open up their registration and finalize their 2025 summer camp plans.
2025 Featured Summer Camps
Free Spirit Yoga Ninja Play Summer Camp
Ages: 4 – 13
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/28/25
Location: Free Spirit Yoga Ninja Play
Features: Ninja Warrior Summer Camps and Kids/Tween Yoga Summer Camps
Online Registration: Open now
Special Discount Code: SUMMERCAMPSAVE25 for $25 off any summer camp. Redeem by 3/23/25.
Description: Enroll your kids today in Free Spirit’s Summer Camps! They’ll make new friends, develop important coordination skills, build confidence, and have a ton of fun in an uplifting environment. Camps run every week of the summer, with multiple age groups including: Nano-Ninja (ages 4 – 6), Kids Ninja Warrior (ages 6 – 10), Ninja Elite (ages 9 – 13), Kids Yoga (ages 5 – 8), and Tween Yoga (ages 9 – 13). There is no change fee, so enroll now, and you can reschedule later if needed!
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Lava City Cirque Summer Camp
Ages: 5+
Dates: 6/23/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Lava City Cirque
Features: Aerial silks, sling (hammock), and lyra (aerial hoop), crafts & games
Online Registration: Registration opens February 1st
Special Discount Code: SummerCamp for $25 off any summer camp. Redeem by 3/15/25
Description: Learn to fly with us, make friends, and have fun! Join us for all sorts of circus shenanigans by learning aerial silks, sling (hammock), and lyra (aerial hoop), as well as crafts, games, and open exploration. Our camps are beginner/intermediate level focused, but all levels are welcome! Our schedule will be just about every week from June 23 – August 29 from 9 am-12 pm, with early drop off at 8:30 am for no additional fee! Stay as late as 4 pm by registering for the hourly open gyms right after camp! (class packs available)
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High Desert Museum Kids Camp
Ages: 1st – 5th grade
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/15/25
Location: High Desert Museum
Features: Natural sciences and exploration of our water, plants, animals, and forests
Online Registration: Open now
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R.A.D. Camps
Ages: 4 – 17
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/22/25
Location: Seven Peaks School (ages 4 – 6) or Warren E. Miller Elementary (ages 7 – 17)
Features: Outdoor recreation all over the High Desert and Cascades
Online Registration: Open now
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PAC Summer Camp
Ages: 9 – 12
Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/29/25
Location: The Pavilion
Features: Sports and local field trips
Online Registration: Open now
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Camp Fire Central Oregon
Ages: Grades K – 12
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/22/25
Location: Depends on individual camp (Bear Creek Elementary or Tumalo State Park)
Features: Outdoor play, robotics, leadership
Online Registration: Open Now
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BPRD Operation Recreation
Ages: Grades K – 8
Dates: Mid-June – Late-August (exact dates TBD)
Location: Locations TBD
Features: Daily enrichment activities & field trips
Online Registration: Open now
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Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe Kids Paddle Sports Adventure Camp
Ages: 8 – 15
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Tumalo Creek
Features: SUP, kayaking, sailing, and rafting
Online Registration: Open now
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Camp Tamarack
Ages: 8 – 12
Dates: 6/22/25 – 8/20/25
Location: Camp Tamarack
Features: Overnight camp
Online Registration: Open now (most programs are already full)
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Think Wild Summer Camp
Ages: Grades 1 – 6
Dates: 6/23/25 – 7/25/25
Location: Parks around Bend
Features: Learn about Oregon wildlife
Online Registration: Open now
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Wildheart Nature School
Ages: 3 1/2 – 14
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/22/25
Location: Rotating locations around Bend
Features: Outdoor play, exploration, and imagination
Online Registration: Open now
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Tula Movement Arts
Ages: 5+
Dates: 7/14/25 – 8/22/25
Location: Tula Movement Arts
Features: Tumbling, aerial arts, art
Online Registration: Opening soon
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Jordan Kent Skills Camp
Ages: 6 – 12
Dates: 6/23/25 – 8/21/25
Location: Pacific Crest or Sky View Middle School
Features: Sports
Online Registration: Open now
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Big Lake Youth Camp
Ages: 7 – 17
Dates: 6/29/25 – 8/8/25
Location: Big Lake Youth Camp
Features: Overnight camp
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend Rock Gym Summer Camp
Ages: 6 – 16
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Bend Rock Gym
Features: Climbing
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend Forest School Summer Camp
Ages: 3 – 10
Dates: 6/30/25 – 7/31/25
Location: Bend Forest School
Features: Outdoor play and exploration
Online Registration: Open now
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Apex Football Club Summer Camp
Ages: 5 – 12
Dates: 7/7/25 – 7/17/25
Location: Big Sky Park
Features: Soccer
Online Registration: Open now
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Wondery School Summer Camp
Ages: 5 – 11
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Wondery Art & Adventure School
Features: Art & adventure
Online Registration: Open now
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Camp Invention
Ages: Grades K – 6
Dates: Exact dates TBD
Location: Exact location TBD
Features: Innovation, creativity, and problem-solving
Online Registration: Preregistration is open now
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Chockstone Climbing Camp
Ages: 12 – 17
Dates: 6/21/25 – 7/19/25
Location: Smith Rock State Park
Features: Rock climbing
Online Registration: Open now
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Sunriver Nature Center Summer Camp
Ages: 6 – 12
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Sunriver Nature Center
Features: Nature & space
Online Registration: Open now
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Samara Learning Center
Ages: 8 – 17
Dates: Exact dates TBD
Location: Samara Learning Center
Features: A little bit of everything!
Online Registration: Open now
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Rhinestone Ranch Summer Riding Camp
Ages: 5 – 18
Dates: 6/9/25 – 8/22/25
Location: Rhinestone Ranch
Features: Horse riding
Online Registration: Open now
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Diane’s Riding Camp
Ages: 7 – 18
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Diane’s Riding Place
Features: Horse riding
Online Registration: Open now
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Discovery Kids Summer Camp
Ages: 3 – 7
Dates: 7/7/25 – 8/21/25
Location: Discovery Kids Preschool
Features: Reading, art, outdoor play
Online Registration: Open now
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Nighthawk Naturalist School Summer Camp
Ages: 7 – 15
Dates: 6/18/25 – 8/21/25
Location: Parks & public lands around Bend
Features: Naturalist skills, survival skills, & nature connection
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend Endurance Academy Climbing Camp
Ages: Grades K – 8
Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/21/25
Location: Bend Endurance Academy
Features: Climbing, games, obstacle courses
Online Registration: Open now
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Beyond Academics Summer School
Ages: Grades 2 – 5
Dates: 6/23/25 – 8/28/25
Location: Beyond Academics
Features: Educational enrichment
Online Registration: Registration opening soon
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CAMP Bend
Ages: 10 – 15
Dates: 6/17/25 – 8/21/25
Location: All over Central Oregon
Features: Outdoor adventures
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend Endurance Academy Mountain Bike Camp
Ages: Grades K – 8
Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/21/25
Location: Phil’s Trailhead
Features: Mountain biking, play time in the woods
Online Registration: Open now
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Camp Create
Ages: Grades K – 8
Dates: 6/23/25 – 8/15/25
Location: Cascades Academy
Features: Outdoor adventures, STEM
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend FC
Ages: Grades 1st – 6th
Dates: 6/16/25 – 7/30/25
Location: Pine Nursery Park
Features: Soccer
Online Registration: Open now
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Abstract in Motion Parkour Camp
Ages: 7+
Dates: 7/7/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Abstract in Motion
Features: Parkour
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend Elks Baseball Camp
Ages: 7 – 14
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/29/25
Location: Vince Genna Stadium
Features: Baseball
Online Registration: Open now
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Terpsichorean Dance Camp
Ages: 3 – 15
Dates: 7/7/25 – 8/15/25
Location: Terpsichorean Dance Studio
Features: Dance
Online Registration: Open now
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The Circuit Climbing Camp
Ages: 6 – 12
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/30/25
Location: The Circuit
Features: Climbing
Online Registration: Open now
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Environmental Center Summer Camp
Ages: 1st – 6th grade
Dates: 6/16/25 – 6/26/25, 8/4/25 – 8/14/25
Location: The Environmental Center & Bend International School
Features: Forest Explorers & Eco Hero Adventures
Online Registration: Opens Soon
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COGA Active All-Star Camp
Ages: 6 – 12
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/28/25
Location: COGA
Features: Gymnastics, outdoor play, bouncy houses, obstacle courses
Online Registration: Open now
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Bend Science Station Camp
Ages: 1st – 8th grade
Dates: 6/18/25 – 8/15/25
Location: Bend Science Station
Features: Science, STEM, Engineering
Online Registration: Registration open
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Bend Imagines Creative Arts Camp
Ages: 7 – 13
Dates: 7/28/25 – 8/8/25
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Features: Dance, Drama, Art, Music
Online Registration: Registration open
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Via Luma Pottery Camp
Ages: 7 – 17
Dates: 6/16/25 – 8/15/25
Location: Camp Clay
Features: Pottery
Online Registration: Registration open
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If your favorite camp is missing, be sure to check back, as there are many more to be added as they finalize their summer camp plans.