Retreats
YMCA Camp Oakes is a year round facility offering retreat programs for schools, organizations, churches, and corporations. We have ample meeting and fellowship space, and our kitchen can handle any request from mac n cheese to a five course meal. Our wide slate of program activities can be adapted to fit the needs of any group, including team building and volunteer opportunities. It’s time to reconnect!
Group Retreats
YMCA Camp Oakes is a year-round facility offering retreat programs for schools, organizations, churches, and corporations. September-May we can accommodate up to 230 and during the summer we can accommodate up to 450 guests.
We have ample meeting and fellowship space, and our kitchen can handle any request. Our wide slate of program activities can be adapted to fit the needs of any group, including team building, canoeing, climbing tower, campfires, and much more! It’s time to reconnect!
Great food and safe, fun activities run by our trained staff.
All inclusive package. Our YMCA staff will partner with you to make your retreat successful.
Make your weekend getaway a success – with as little stress as possible! Indoor meeting spaces available for your group’s needs.
Typical weekend pricing.
$160 per person
2 Nights (Check-in Friday at 4:00pm – Checkout Sunday at Noon)
Camp Staff Led Activity Options
4 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on Sat; Breakfast on Sunday)
Weekends are available from August – May and weekday opportunities are available in the summer.
Please reach out for a customized package or for summer rates.
Family Camp
YMCA Camp Oakes offers weekends full of fun and adventure for the whole family in Big Bear City, CA. Each weekend package includes lodging, meals and a variety of staff-led activities designed to suit all interests and ages. Whether you’re looking to unwind, explore new activities or simply spend quality time with family and friends, we have the perfect setting for you. For more information regarding family camps, please contact Jeremy Freeman. Jeremy.freeman@lbymca.org
Labor Day Family Camp (September 4-7)
Take advantage of summer before it ends! Enjoy pool activities, fishing, canoeing, ziplining, campfires, and more. Weekend includes 3 nights shared lodging, 7 meals, and camp staff led activities.
Holiday Family Camp (December 4-6)
Grab your family and enjoy a restful weekend at camp. You could also invite friends and extended family and have your Christmas and holiday celebrations at camp. Let us do the cooking, cleaning, and planning. This weekend will offer traditional camp activities as well as seasonal themed programming. Weekend includes 2 nights private lodging, 4 meals, and camp staff led activities.
Spring Family Camp (April 17-19)
Come enjoy a beautiful spring weekend at camp! Activities include archery, climbing tower, fishing, crafts, campfires, and more! Weekend includes 2 nights private lodging, 4 meals, and camp staff led activities.