Camp Tawonga
A Partnership with
Nature at Yosemite
For the past 100 years, Camp Tawonga has served as a leader in Jewish camping, inspiring in children and families a deep connection to nature, community, and Judaism. Within Tawonga’s warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment led by exceptional staff, campers build independence, grow their confidence, and find true belonging.
At our beautiful Yosemite location, campers experience summer sessions in a communal 12-person bunk, living in rustic cabins, guided and supported by two supportive counselors. Epic backpacking trips expand campers’ horizons, and premier programming like farm-to-table cooking ensures nonstop fun. Campers build the deepest of friendships while learning new skills and discovering the joy of a loving Jewish community.
Three and four-day family camp programs at our wilderness site are an amazing way to experience all the key elements of a camp session. Excellent childcare, dynamic activities, delicious food, and a vibrant, spiritual Shabbat celebration make for unforgettable, bonding family vacations.
Sessions
Camp Tawonga offers sessions at our Yosemite-based location ranging from 1, 2, and 3 weeks for rising 2nd-10th graders. Rising 7th to 10th graders can also choose from Adventure Travel Quests while older teens can apply for longer leadership programs like Staff In-Training or our service-focused Teen Leadership Institute. We also offer three and four day all-inclusive adult retreats and family weekends in the spring, fall, and winter. More info is available on our website - tawonga.org.
Location
Located at the doorstep of Yosemite National Park, on the middle fork of the Tuolumne River, Camp Tawonga’s breathtaking property and surroundings inspire children and families to unplug and immerse in nature for a true outdoor camping experience.
The Tawonga Bond
Informed by Tawonga’s group-centered philosophy, campers live, eat, and play as a cohesive bunk unit, forming indelible bonds that last long after the summer. The bond crystalizes during a transformative overnight backpacking trip in Yosemite — an epic experience for all campers in our two to three-week sessions. Tawonga takes more people into Yosemite than any other organization!
