Sierra National Forest · Since 1938
One week. A tradition that keeps calling you back.
Big Creek, CA
~4,800 ft
All ages — families, solo adults,
kids, and kids at heart!
About the Camp
Since 1938, families have returned to Co-op Camp Sierra year after year — some now in their third and fourth generation. The camp was built on cooperative principles: campers of all backgrounds pitch in, share meals, lead activities, and look after one another. Once you experience it, you'll understand why people keep coming back!
People of all ages and backgrounds are genuinely welcome. Single campers fit in as easily as multigenerational families. And the Camp Sierra setting — pine forests, granite peaks, mountain swimming holes — makes the whole thing feel a world apart.
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From tie-dye to the Talent Show, folk dancing to the Potholes — and always a sunny spot, if you'd rather rest.
A Co-op Camp tradition! Make a shirt, wear it all week, then wear it again next year (and all the time inbetween)!
Nightly in the Rec Hall. Campers help walk you through every step — no experience needed!
A short hike to a natural granite swimming hole, fed by Sierra snow runoff. Definitely a Camp highlight!
Friday night's main event — all ages, all acts, enthusiastically received!
Mid-week at dusk — booths, games, face painting, and live music! All proceeds fund camperships.
Original artwork, handmade items, camp experiences. Lively bidding for a good cause!
Questions? (510) 595-0873 · coopcamp1939@gmail.com