Seattle Day Camps

Join us in Seattle for a summer of camp magic, adventure, and fun! We're excited to offer Day Camps for campers aged 6–12 and volunteer opportunities for teens aged 13-17. We can't wait to climb, swim, sing, and craft with you in Seattle and on the trail!

Teens interested in joining us for day camp are invited to apply for our Counselor in Training Program, a leadership development program for teens aged 13-17.  Camp experience is not required to join us as a CIT. 

Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn more and enroll in specific camp offerings. 

DAY CAMPS | 2025 SCHEDULE 

Join in on the adventure with the Seattle Mountaineers! Day camp is based out of the Seattle Program Center at Magnuson Park for campers ages 6–12 and runs from 9 am to 4 pm each day. Each week consists of rock climbing, outdoor skills, swimming, games, crafts, and camp songs.  Additionally, every week has a field trip relating to the given theme.  

Add-ons for Day Camp include Extended Care before or after the camp day for families who may be interested in early check in or late pick up. Camps offered for campers aged 9-11 also include an optional overnight stay at the Program Center.

Click  the themes below to learn more about each week and register. 

June 23-27 | Ropes and Rocks Week 1: Activities include learning climbing knots and techniques and a hike to Lime Kiln Trail or climbing at Exit 38. 

June 30-July 3 | Wilderness Discovery Week: Activities include plant identification in Magnuson Park, crafting, and visits from guest speakers. No field trip due to the holiday schedule.

July 7-11 | Survivor Week: Activities include first aid skills practice and learning outdoor survival skills from the talented folks at Alderleaf Wilderness College.

July 14-18 | Wind and Waves Week 1: Activities include kayaking on Lake Washington, water relays, beach fort building, and tidepooling at Discovery Park. 

July 21-25 | Water Week 1: Activities include kayaking on Lake Washington and a late season water play day on the Skykomish River with guides from the Outdoor Adventure Center.

July 28-August 1 | Ropes and Rocks Week 2: Activities include learning climbing knots and techniques and a hike to Lime Kiln Trail or climbing at Exit 38. 

August 4-8 | Water Week 2: Activities include kayaking on Lake Washington and a late season water play day on the Skykomish River with guides from the Outdoor Adventure Center.

August 11-15 | Climbing All-Stars Week (offered for campers 9-12): Activities include building climbing skills, rappelling, rope ascension, and outdoor climbing at Exit 38. Open to all experience levels.

August 18-22 | Mountain Adventures Week: Activities include building navigation skills, low impact recreation and the 10 Essentials as well as a hike to Tiger Mountain and Wallace Falls. 

August 25-29 | Wind and Waves Week 2: Activities include kayaking on Lake Washington, water relays, beach fort building, and tidepooling at Discovery Park.        

SCHOLARSHIPS 

Scholarships are available for youth courses. We recommend applying for a scholarship at least two weeks before you plan on enrolling  in camp. Our scholarships are granted on a needs basis, and all are encouraged to apply. We take into consideration a variety of factors, including income and other participation barriers, student status, and family circumstances.

HAVE A QUESTION?

Take a look at our camp FAQs or view our online registration instructions.  You can also learn more by visiting our camp overviews page. 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 our summer camp team:  summercamp@mountaineers.org.

 LIST OF SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS