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 Martinez 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!
What parents are saying
I’ve always been a big fan of Roughing It, but this year surpassed my expectations. My son was fully engaged, loved his group, and treasured his experience. I was wondering how camp would adjust to an older camper, and Roughing It couldn’t have addressed his needs better.
– Nina R, Lafayette
Roughing It Supports Martinez Schools!
Roughing It gives back to many of the schools our campers attend. We have made donations to the following schools:
- Morello Park Elementary
- Springhill Elementary
- St. Perpetua’s School
- Lafayette Partners in Education
- Diablo Valley Montessori
- Contra Costa Jewish Day School
- Glorietta Elementary
- Christ the King
- Pleasant Hill Elementary
- Strandwood Elementary
- Buena Vista Elementary
- Murwood Elementary
- Seven Hills School
Martinez Parent References
We understand that finding the right camp for your child can be challenging. We can put you in touch with another family in your area (or school) who can speak about Roughing It. Here are local families who would be happy to talk with you:
- Susan Schwartz & Jon Sterrer
- Colleen & Randy Jaffe
- Mariko & Akio Kuroda
- Karen Majors
- Elizabeth & Robert Bettis
- Tami & Dan Sonnier
- DonnaLee & Jeffrey Wardley
- Veronica Mora-Mieszowski & Hans Lapping
Come visit camp!
Please visit our event page for information about the next Camp Open House or Camp Show!
We are ACA accredited
Roughing It is accredited by the American Camping Association. Learn why accreditation matters.