History
We are close to the Big Bear Resorts and serve all areas of Southern California. Our guests enjoy canoes, swimming, zip lining, climbing tower, high ropes challenge course, astronomy at our observatory and many other activities. We also have sledding in the winter.
Specialties
Camp Oakes was established in 1958 and is owned and operated by the YMCA of Greater Long Beach. We are on 232 acres at an elevation of 7200 feet. We have new dorms in the Bixby Village and are continually upgrading our facility. We have a terrific chef on site who makes healthy, delicious meals for all our guests. If you haven't been to Camp Oakes lately, you haven't been to Camp Oakes.