Forest Home

Encounter Jesus.

Experience Transformation.

Enage the World.

Where families laugh and play, kids come alive, and people encounter Jesus in ways that reshape their faith and future.

evening worship
family together in nature
mountain creek scene

for over 85 years

Forest Home has been California's premier destination for Christian family camps, youth camps, and retreats. Whether you're seeking a family vacation with purpose, a life-changing camp for your students, or a retreat center for your ministry, we have an experience designed for you.
still lake with mountains
still lake with mountains
family baptism at the lake

Vacation with a Purpose

Family Camp

An all-inclusive vacation where parents find real rest and kids make unforgettable memories. No phones, no planning, no stress, just quality time together.

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Epic Adventure. Real Transformation.

Youth Camps

Get students out of their routines and into powerful worship, relevant teaching, and epic recreation. Summer and winter camps for high school, middle school, and elementary age groups.

Discipleship

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The Go Year

A transformative gap year program for 18–22 year olds to grow in faith through intentional community, impactful adventures, and relational, vocational, and educational development.

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Radiant

A unique week-long program for young women to deepen their relationship with Jesus while serving families through childcare, worship, teaching, and community.

Work Here

Whether you’re looking for a summer adventure or a long-term career, Forest Home offers a supportive community, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow in faith.

Donate

Your generosity helps Forest Home provide scholarships, expand programs, and transform more lives. Give financially, volunteer your time, or join us in prayer.

Prep For Camp

Find packing lists, arrival information, health forms, dining details, and answers to all your questions in one convenient place.

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Ready to Register?

This summer could be the one that changes everything for your family. Join us in the mountains for a vacation unlike any other.