River Camp
For over 30 years, the River Parkway Trust has been offering an exciting, fun, and safe day camp experience for the Valley’s children at River Camp. Our lively and experienced staff of counselors, lifeguards, and visiting presenters will engage your children in activities that enhance their understanding of, and connection to, the San Joaquin River. Campers enjoy swimming and splashing in cool water, learning to canoe, exploring wildlife habitats, playing games, creating arts and crafts, and building new friendships during their week-long day camp experience.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds (less the non-refundable deposit amount and any add-on fees) will be given if requested at least seven (7) days before your camp start date. For cancellations made less than seven (7) days before your camp start date, refunds will only be given for medical or family emergencies. The terms medical or family emergencies include any required quarantines due to infection with COVID-19.
Please note: A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration: $50 for all River Camp summer sessions. All registrations are considered final. Once you have completed registration and payment, switching to another session will require cancelling your reservation, forfeiting the non-refundable deposit, and completing a new registration (including a new non-refundable deposit).
Work With Us
Ready for the BEST summer job EVER? River Camp is looking for fun, energetic, and passionate individuals to join our outstanding team! Work alongside camp professionals, build lasting friendships, gain valuable skills, and so much more. Whether you're looking to grow professionally or just have an unforgettable summer, there’s something for everyone at River Camp!
2025 River Camp Summer Programs
River Camp Academy at Sumner Peck Ranch and Sycamore Island
Entering 1st through 6th grades; school district partnership program
River Camp Inclusion Program
In 2025 River Camp is continuing its inclusion program for pre-K through 8th grade youth with Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities at River Camp programs serving those age ranges.
River Camp Seasonal Programs
River Camp Winter Wonderland School District Programs 2025
Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Madera Unified
Membership Benefits:
Benefits include early access to registration beginning on February 1st and reduced fees for River Parkway Trust members at the $100 membership level or higher. You can become a member online. If you're a member and haven't received your code, please contact (559) 248-8480. DISCOUNT CODE MUST BE ENTERED DURING REGISTRATION; DISCOUNTS WILL NOT BE RETROACTIVELY APPLIED.
Charter School Vendor Information
River Camp is a vendor for Yosemite Valley and Monarch River Academy Charter Schools! To utilize charter funds for River Camp sessions, please register online through UltraCamp, pay the deposit, and choose the “Remaining Balance” payment option at check out. The deposit ($50) must be paid at the time of registration and will not be reimbursed by charter funds or the River Parkway Trust. Once you have registered, submit your account statement/receipt to your charter school. When you have received your voucher/certificate, send a copy to kkincaid@riverparkway.org ASAP to have the credits applied to your account. Certificates/vouchers must be received at least 7 days prior to your camper’s session start date, or the remaining funds will be charged to the payment account on file.
Become A River Camp Sponsor!
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