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Bakersfield's summer camp scene offers a unique blend of urban and outdoor adventures, with over 40 providers running programs that range from traditional sports to cutting-edge STEM activities. What sets this city apart is its mix of specialized athletic facilities like Woodward West, which offers world-class skateboarding and BMX camps, alongside innovative programs like the California Renewable Energy Lab's STEM camps hosted at Bakersfield College. Parents will find plenty of affordable options too, with nearly 70% of camps priced under $200 per session.
The North of the River Recreation District stands out for its comprehensive sports programs, running everything from basketball to tennis camps, while tech-minded kids can dive into robotics and engineering at places like Engineering For Kids. Whether your child is an aspiring athlete, future scientist, or creative spirit, Bakersfield's camp landscape has evolved to meet diverse interests while maintaining that characteristic Central Valley warmth and accessibility.
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The average summer camp costs $150. We found that 50 camps cost under $200, 8 camps are between $201-$400, and 4 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, STEM. Variety camps make up 45% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 14 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 6 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 13 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 60 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 8 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 175 sessions, Full-Day camps have 15 sessions, Half-Day camps have 35 sessions.
Yes! 3 camps (2% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, January. The average camp session runs for 12 days.