Hayfork Summer Camps — Guides for Parents in Hayfork, CA
Looking for summer camp options in Hayfork, CA? This page covers the town's one local offering — Camp Trinity at Bar 717 Ranch — and gives practical, parent-focused guidance for registration, packing, and logistics.
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Aqua Athletes Level V
4 sessionsAqua Athletes Level V for confident swimmers ages 6-17. Focuses on stroke refinement across freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke; 50-yard endurance, dolphin kick, open turns, and sidestroke. Designed for swimmers who are comfortable in the water and ready to develop competitive swimming skills. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Aqua Athletes Level VI
3 sessionsAqua Athletes Level VI for advanced swimmers ages 6-17. Covers all four competitive strokes plus sidestroke at 50-100 yards each, butterfly technique, starts, flip turns, and competitive swimming preparation. Designed to prepare swimmers for competitive or team swimming. Offered in Summer Sessions 2-4 only. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Group Swim Lessons - Aqua Athletes
3 sessionsGroup swim lessons for confident and comfortable swimmers ages 6-17. Ratio 1:10 in spring, 1:6 in summer. Lessons cover advanced stroke techniques including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, starts, flip turns, and competitive swimming preparation. Spring sessions are 4 lessons (Mon-Thu, 1 week, 30 min each, $30). Summer Session 5 is 8 lessons (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each, evening only, $60). Specific sublevels (Level V and Level VI) are offered in Summer Sessions 1-4.
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Group Swim Lessons - Parent & Me
3 sessionsParent and child swim lesson classes for infants and toddlers ages 6 months through 5 years. An adult must be in the water with the child at all times. Classes focus on swimming readiness through games, songs, floating, kicking, and gliding. Spring sessions are 4 lessons (Mon-Thu, 1 week, 30 min each). Summer Session 5 is 8 lessons (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each, evening only). This generic offering is available for spring and end-of-summer; specific skill sublevels (Guppies/Minnows) are offered in Summer Sessions 1-4.
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Group Swim Lessons - Preschool
3 sessionsGroup swim lessons for preschool-aged children 3-5 years old. Children attend without parents in the water. Ratio 1:10 in spring. Classes focus on swimming readiness, supported floating, gliding, and independent arm movements. Spring sessions are 4 lessons (Mon-Thu, 1 week, 30 min each, $30). Summer Session 5 is 8 lessons (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each, evening only, $60). Specific skill sublevels (Goldfish/Blue Gill) are offered in Summer Sessions 1-4.
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Group Swim Lessons - School Age
3 sessionsGroup swim lessons for school-age children 6 years and older. Children attend without parents. Ratio 1:10 in spring, 1:6 in summer. Classes are adapted to student skill level. Spring sessions are 4 lessons (Mon-Thu, 1 week, 30 min each, $30). Summer Session 5 is 8 lessons (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each, evening only, $60). Specific skill sublevels (Trout, Bass, Snapper, Salmon) are offered in Summer Sessions 1-4.
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Private Swim Lessons
8 sessionsOne-on-one private swim lessons available for children of all ages and skill levels, from toddlers through teens. Each package consists of 4 individual 30-minute lessons scheduled Monday-Thursday in a single week. Ideal for swimmers who need more individual attention, have specific skill goals, or want accelerated progress. $85 per 4-lesson package. Registration opens May 1, 2026.
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Swim Lessons - Bass (School Age Level II)
2 sessionsSchool Age Level II intermediate swim class for children ages 6 and up. Builds on Level I skills, focusing on swimming independently on front and back, coordinating breathing, and underwater exploration. Offered in Summer Sessions 1 and 2 only. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Blue Gill (Preschool Level II)
4 sessionsPreschool Level II intermediate swim class for children ages 3-5. Children attend without parents. Builds on Level I skills, focusing on swimming independently on front and back, coordinating breathing, and increasing water confidence. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Goldfish (Preschool Level I)
4 sessionsPreschool Level I beginner swim class for children ages 3-5. Children attend without parents. Focuses on water acclimation, supported floating, gliding, and basic arm movements. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Guppies (Parent & Me Level I)
4 sessionsParent & Me Level I beginner swim class for infants ages 6-18 months. An adult must be in the water with the child. Focuses on swimming readiness, in-water holding techniques, water acclimation, and confidence building through games and songs. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Minnows (Parent & Me Level II)
4 sessionsParent & Me Level II intermediate swim class for toddlers ages 18 months to 5 years. An adult must be in the water with the child. Builds on Level I skills with focus on holding techniques, floating, kicking, gliding, and rhythmic breathing. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Parent & Me Twice Weekly (Mon/Wed)
Mon/Wed8 weeks, Mon/WedParent & Me swim lessons in a twice-weekly format for ages 18 months to 5 years. An adult must be in the water with the child. Same 8-lesson curriculum as the standard 2-week session, but spread over 4 weeks on Monday and Wednesday (30 min per class). Suitable for families who prefer a slower pace or cannot commit to 4 consecutive weekdays. $60 per 8-lesson enrollment block. Time slots: 10:45-11:15am or 5:15-5:45pm.
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Swim Lessons - Parent & Me Twice Weekly (Tue/Thu)
Tue/Thu8 weeks, Tue/ThuParent & Me swim lessons in a twice-weekly format for ages 18 months to 5 years. An adult must be in the water with the child. Same 8-lesson curriculum as the standard 2-week session, but spread over 4 weeks on Tuesday and Thursday (30 min per class). Suitable for families who prefer a slower pace or cannot commit to 4 consecutive weekdays. $60 per 8-lesson enrollment block. Time slots: 10:45-11:15am or 5:15-5:45pm.
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Swim Lessons - Salmon (School Age Level IV)
4 sessionsSchool Age Level IV advanced swim class for children ages 6 and up. Focuses on stroke technique refinement for freestyle and backstroke, introduction to breaststroke, and 15-25 yard endurance swimming. Students develop speed, efficiency, and stamina. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Snapper (School Age Level III)
4 sessionsSchool Age Level III advanced swim class for children ages 6 and up. Students must be able to swim 25 yards independently. Focuses on freestyle and backstroke technique, elementary backstroke, stroke refinement, and building endurance. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Swim Lessons - Trout (School Age Level I)
4 sessionsSchool Age Level I beginner swim class for children ages 6 and up. Focuses on face submersion, breath control, supported floating, kicking, and gliding. Students build foundational water safety skills and basic swimming techniques. 8 lessons total (Mon-Thu, 2 weeks, 30 min each). Multiple time slots available: 10:00-10:30am, 10:45-11:15am, 11:30am-12:00pm, 4:35-5:05pm, 5:15-5:45pm, 6:00-6:30pm. Maximum 6 students per class.
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Elevate Junior High Summer Camp
2 sessionsA residential, faith-based summer experience set on 45 acres of pine forest near Lassen National Volcanic Park in Shingletown, CA. Junior High campers (grades 6-8) unplug from distractions, connect with nature, build relationships, and grow in their faith. Activities include swimming, fishing, team sports (basketball, volleyball, soccer), woodland adventures, airsoft, go-kart racing, a lake with blob, kayaks, paddleboards, climbing wall, and faith-centered talks and worship sessions. Campers stay in cabins/bunkhouses with dedicated counselors.
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Elevate Senior High Summer Camp
2 sessionsA residential, faith-based summer experience set on 45 acres of pine forest near Lassen National Volcanic Park in Shingletown, CA. Senior High campers (grades 9-12) unplug from distractions, connect with nature, build relationships, and grow in their faith. Activities include swimming, fishing, team sports (basketball, volleyball, soccer), woodland adventures, airsoft, go-kart racing, a lake with blob, kayaks, paddleboards, climbing wall, and faith-centered talks and worship sessions. Campers stay in cabins/bunkhouses with dedicated counselors.
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Young Saints Camp
2 sessionsWhere faith meets fun in an unforgettable experience! Young Saints Camp invites junior high and high school students to a residential camp experience featuring speakers, worship leaders, and scheduled activities at The Summit in Whitmore, CA.
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Destination Awesome
8 sessionsA Christian day camp for children entering Preschool (must be 3½ years old) through 8th grade in the fall. Campers engage in exciting activities like STEM experiences, sports, cooking, drama, dance, swimming, and rock climbing. Camp includes daily Bible lessons and worship, dedicated educational time to maintain academic skills, and engaging field trips. Grade-specific activity clubs: 1st-3rd Grade includes Cooking, Coloring, Puzzles, Yard Games, Arts/Crafts, Dance, and Lego. 4th-8th Grade includes Horsemanship, Escape Rooms, Coding, Art, STEM, Dance, and Cooking. Extended care is available for $450/week (6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.). A non-refundable registration fee of $150/camper per year ($175 after April 1) is required in addition to weekly session fees. Note: Weekly sign-ups are non-refundable and non-transferable to another week.
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Family Camp
1 sessionA week-long family adventure at Camp Trinity where families of all ages participate together in ranch activities including horseback riding, river swimming, crafts, games, and evening campfire gatherings. Childcare is available for children ages 2-7 during morning program times and meals. Families can stay in guest rooms or open-air sleeping platforms. All meals included. Tech-free experience in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Pricing per person: Adults $1,780; Children 12-17 $1,270; Children 6-11 $1,020; Children 2-5 $770.
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Summer Camp
4 sessionsCamp Trinity is California's oldest accredited co-ed summer camp, operating since 1930 on a 450-acre ranch in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The tech-free, free-choice program gives campers ages 7-16 the freedom to explore 30+ activities including horsemanship, backpacking, rock climbing, ceramics, woodworking, blacksmithing, swimming, fishing, gardening, farm animals, drama, music, photography, cooking, and more. Two-week sessions run June through August. Older campers (grades 9-10) can participate in the CILT (Camper in Leadership Training) track; 16+ alumni can apply for the CIT (Counselor in Training) program. The all-inclusive fee covers meals, laundry, horseback riding, backpacking supplies, craft materials, and medical services. Transportation is not included.
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Young Saints Camp 2026 | High School
1 sessionWhere faith meets fun in an unforgettable experience. High school camp for students completing 8th through 12th grade (graduating 8th graders and graduating 12th graders welcome). Students receive cabin assignments, tribe color, and wristbands upon arrival. Waivers must be completed online beforehand through The Summit's platform.
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Young Saints Camp 2026 | Junior High
1 sessionWhere faith meets fun in an unforgettable experience. Junior high camp for students completing 5th through 8th grade. Students receive cabin assignments, tribe color, and wristbands upon arrival. Waivers must be completed online beforehand through The Summit's platform.
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About Summer Camps in Hayfork, California
Overview: What Hayfork offers
Hayfork is a small Trinity County community surrounded by pine forests and the Trinity Alps foothills, which makes it a great setting for an outdoors-focused summer experience. Locally there is 1 organization offering 1 program in the General category: Camp Trinity at Bar 717 Ranch. That single-program landscape means parents can get to know camp directors personally and assess fit quickly.
About the camp you’ll find here
Camp Trinity at Bar 717 Ranch is the top (and only) listed organization in Hayfork. As a General program, expect a mix of outdoor skills, nature study, cabin or ranch-style lodging, and campfire-centered evenings—activities that take advantage of Hayfork’s wide meadows, nearby trails, and dark skies for stargazing. Because the program focus is broad, it suits kids who enjoy a variety of activities rather than a single-sport specialty.
Local logistics and travel
- Drive time: Hayfork is rural—plan for a longer drive than suburban camps. Many families come from surrounding Trinity County towns; make a test drive to the ranch before the first drop-off.
- Nearby towns: Parents often combine a camp visit with errands in Weaverville or a trip through mountain communities. Pack extra water and cell chargers—service can be spotty in the hills.
- Medical and safety: Ask Camp Trinity about on-site first aid, staff certification, and emergency plans. For non-urgent care, larger medical centers are in nearby towns—confirm transport procedures ahead of time.
Practical tips for Hayfork summer camp parents
- Ask specific questions: camper-to-staff ratio, counselor background checks, daily schedule, and whether the program includes water-based activities or horseback time.
- Packing essentials: layered clothing (temperature swings are common), sturdy hiking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, a refillable water bottle, and a headlamp for evening activities.
- Registration and timing: with only 1 program in town, sessions can fill quickly. Check Camp Trinity’s registration deadlines and ask about sibling discounts or payment plans if needed.
- Stay local: many parents turn a drop-off into a family weekend—Hayfork’s trails and river access make for good pre- or post-camp hikes and fishing.
With just one organized option in Hayfork, you benefit from clear choices and close communication with camp staff. Use the local setting—forests, meadows, and starry nights—to decide whether Camp Trinity at Bar 717 Ranch fits your child’s interests, and reach out early to confirm schedules and safety policies.