All-outdoors summer camp activities since 1972!
Since 1972, Roughing It has been offering summer camps in an all-outdoors environment for children ages 4 to 16. We serve many Emeryville families and are located at the beautiful Lafayette Reservoir.
We provide many outdoor activities found in a traditional summer camp, including horseback riding, swimming, waterfront activities, and more! We also have programs specifically designed for teens and younger campers. Come check us out at a local event or talk with a camper parent in your area. Feel free to drop by our Lafayette office!
Learn More about Roughing It Programs
- 4 & 8-Week Day Camp (PreK-10th Grade)
- 2-Week Horse Camps (4th-10th Grade)
- 2-Week Little Raccoons (PreK-2nd Grade)
- 1-Week Outdoor Explorers Camp (1st-6th Grade)
Visit Camp Today!
See our beautiful camp site at the Lafayette Reservoir! Attend an Open House or Camp Show, or schedule a personal tour of camp.
FREE transportation!
Our 36 Bus Stops serve San Fransisco, East Bay, Contra Cost and Tri-Valley and certain areas are available for home pick up. See our Camp Bus Stops & Home Pickup Locations »
Our buses are driven by year-round professional school bus drivers in safe school buses.
Need more info on times or want to inquire about home pick up? Send a request!
Emeryville area bus stops
- Berkeley: Arlington & Mendocino
- Berkeley: Cedar Rose Park
- Berkeley: Claremont & Woolsey
- Kensington: Kensington Library
- Oakland: Broadway Terrace
- Oakland: Crocker Highlands
- Oakland: Montclair Tennis Courts
- Oakland: Redwood Recreation Center
What parents are saying
You have an incredible organization, fabulous staff and a real love of doing this, it is obvious.
-Terezia N, Berkeley
My daughter likes the variety of activities, and we like having 4 weeks for her to bond with her fellow campers. We also like the variety plus the focus on the outdoors, so close to home.
– Ann S, Berkeley