Seattle Mountaineers Summer Camps

Seattle Youth Programs are happening in modified ways through Fall 2020 and Winter 2021. We are monitoring the process of reopening closely and will continue to share updates and changes as they occur. For further information, please review  The Mountaineers COVID-19 response page. Summer Camp in Seattle will happen based on the phase of reopening King County is in at that time. Potential schedules are outlined below. 

Day camps

Join in on the adventure with the Seattle Mountaineers! Day camp is based out of the Seattle Program Center at Magnuson Park and is for campers ages 6-12. Each week consists of rock climbing, outdoor skills, swimming, games, crafts, and camp songs. Additionally, every week has a field trip and/or outdoor adventures relating to the given theme. The tentative schedule  below is based on King County reaching Phase Three of reopening by May 2021. 

Registration for Summer 2021 will open on February 1, 2021.

June
21-25    Water Week 1
28-2      Ropes and Rocks                         

July   
5-9        Hike Week 
12-16     Wind and Waves
19-23     Survivor Week
26-30    Water Week 2 

August
 2-6       Rockstar Week       
9-13       Mountain Adventures
16-20    Advanced Climbing

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE CAMPS

Adventure with The Mountaineers' overnight camps based at Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, Mt. Erie, the Olympics, and the Cascades. Offerings for Summer 2021 will be updated soon. In the meantime, see the descriptions from last year's camps below to learn more about the types of trips we offer. 

MT. RAINIER CAMP:

3-day camp out at Cougar Rock campground in Mt. Rainier National Park for campers ages 10-14. We will have nightly campfires, go hiking around Rainier, and practice mountaineering skills. Transportation, food, and instruction are provided. Drop off and pick up from the Seattle Program Center.

INDEPENDENCE LAKE BACKPACK: 

 An introductory backpacking trip in the Cascades for campers ages 10-14. Campers will learn about backcountry skills while having fun near this magically blue lake. Transportation, food, and instruction are provided. Drop off and pick up from the Seattle Program Center.

MT. ERIE CLIMB AND CAMP:

3-day climbing camp based near Deception Pass for campers ages 10-14. Campers will learn about climbing on real rock, hike along the coast, and enjoy a campground between the mountains and the sea. Transportation, food, and instruction are provided. Drop off and pick up from the Seattle Program Center.

OZETTE TRIANGLE 3-DAY BACKPACK: 

An introductory 2-night backpacking trip in Olympic National Park for campers ages 10-14. Campers will learn backcountry skills and have a blast hiking and camping in the forests and along the coastline unique to the Olympics. Transportation, food, and instruction are provided. Drop off and pick up from the Seattle Program Center.

MT. BAKER LODGE HIKE WEEK:

This camp is designed for the hike-loving kiddos ages 10-14 and features the gorgeous trails of the Mt. Baker region, such as well-known Chain Lakes Loop and Lake Ann. Campers will enjoy new hikes each day, learn about this dramatic area, and play lots of games in the lodge. Food, transportation, and accommodation at the lodge are included. Drop off and pick up from the Seattle Program Center.

Have a question?

Take a look at our camp FAQs or view our online registration instructions.  When you register, you'll fill out youth paperwork online. This can be done through your child's account or when registering for camp. 

Or contact Tailor: summercamp@mountaineers.org.