Rock climbing
Experience rock climbing in the mountains.
2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Shaffer's High Sierra Camp
Sattley · Tahoe National Forest
Shaffer's High Sierra Camp
Try climbing, kayaking and hiking at a mountain overnight camp in Tahoe National Forest.
Shaffer’s High Sierra Camp offers one- and two-week sessions. Some one-week sessions use rising-grade limits. International families can discuss Reno airport transfers and English readiness in advance.
ACA-accredited
CAMP-CA-034
Courses & activities
Kayaking
Take part in kayaking.
Hiking and creative activities
Enjoy creative activities alongside hiking.
Camp features & life
National forest setting
Experience mountain outdoor life in Tahoe National Forest.
One- and two-week choices
Families can select sessions around age, rising grade and travel plans.
Who might enjoy this camp?
- For ages 8–17 who are ready for overnight camp
- Selected 2027 one-week sessions serve only rising grades 6–9 or 5–8
- Discuss international eligibility and English requirements first
Arrange airport transfers for the specific session in advance and check each one-week program’s grade limits.
2027 dates & tuition
2027 dates & tuition
Jul 25 – Jul 31, 2027Rising grades 6–9
7 days / 6 nights
USD 2,795–2,995
Jul 31 – Aug 6, 2027Rising grades 5–8
7 days / 6 nights
USD 2,795–2,995
Aug 8 – Aug 14, 2027Ages 8–17, subject to program placement
7 days / 6 nights
USD 2,795–2,995
Jun 13 – Jun 25, 2027Ages 8–17; selected one-week sessions are limited to specified rising grades
13 days / 12 nights
USD 5,200–5,400
Jun 27 – Jul 9, 2027Ages 8–17; selected one-week sessions are limited to specified rising grades
13 days / 12 nights
USD 5,200–5,400
Jul 11 – Jul 23, 2027Ages 8–17; selected one-week sessions are limited to specified rising grades
13 days / 12 nights
USD 5,200–5,400
Jul 25 – Aug 6, 2027Ages 8–17; selected one-week sessions are limited to specified rising grades
13 days / 12 nights
USD 5,200–5,400
2027 check-payment rates are USD 2,795 for one week before November 1, 2026, USD 2,895 before February 1, 2027, and USD 2,995 thereafter; corresponding two-week rates are USD 5,200, USD 5,300 and USD 5,400. Credit cards add 3% and e-checks 1%. Buses, specialty activities, riding, rafting and equipment rental cost extra. Published check-payment prices differ from totals paid by credit card or eCheck, which carry processing charges. Deposits count toward tuition and the balance is due April 1. Current refund terms use February 1 and April 1 boundaries and limit enrollment grace periods and force-majeure closure refunds; confirm their application to the selected 2027 session before payment. Buses and some specialty activities or equipment cost extra.
Travel & participation
Reno/Tahoe airport transfers require flight details in advance
Typical guidance is Sunday arrival 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and Friday departure 10:00 a.m.–noon, with session exceptions to confirm
Contact an advisor about Northern California buses, weekend stays between sessions and transfer costs
Past-program photos (4)
Enquiries & Applications
Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.
Enquiries & Applications