Helping Children Grow in Wonderful Ways Since 1972.

General Info

Roughing It Day Camp is a traditional, all-outdoors lakefront day camp located in the San Francisco East Bay Area. Roughing It is ideally located for the many outdoor adventures your child will enjoy. 900 acres in the beautiful Lafayette reservoir recreation area, and nearby swimming and equestrian sites, offer a fun, educational environment where children learn, explore, grow and make many new friends. Campers take part in a balanced variety of activities that emphasis personal growth, skill development, and fun! Activities include Horseback Riding, Trail Riding, Animal Care, Fishing, Rowing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Swimming, Adventure, Sports, Crafts, Outdoors, Environment, Traditional Camp Games, and more! Exercise and fresh air are abundant.Founded in 1972, Roughing It is owned and personally directed by Hobie and Ann Woods who have over 80 years of combined experience in organized summer camps and youth leadership. Roughing It is a family tradition for the Woods and thousands of families in the Bay Area. The Woods work full time throughout the year at Roughing It and are available at all times to speak with camper families. Roughing It is a place where children and teens are encouraged to be themselves in a fun and nurturing atmosphere of discovery. A high percentage of our campers return annually and many of our staff were former Roughing It campers. Special programs for: Young Campers, Teens and Horse Camps. 1, 2, 4, & 8 week sessions available. Free extended care & Free transportation from home and 36 central locations in San Francisco, Berkeley, Oakland, ContraCostaCounty, and TriValley. ACA accredited and helping children grow in wonderful ways since 1972.

Hours

Regular Hours

Mon - Fri:	9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Categories

Camps-Recreational, Recreation Centers

Payment Options

Neighborhood

Downtown Lafayette

Accreditation

American Camp Association

Lafayette Chamber of Commerce

AKA

Roughing It

Other Link

http://www.roughingit.com

Other Information

Parking: Lot