Hume Christian Camps is a Christian overnight camp in Hume, CA, founded in 1946 with a faith focus and a lake waterfront. Its activity list includes Boxsled Blitz, Broom Hockey Tournament, Speedball, Glow in the Dark Mini Golf, Snowboard Run, Ice Skating, Climbing Wall, Tube Run, Glow Ropes, and Mini Golf. The camp reports 670 campers and offers camperships up to half the cost of camp.
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- Christian families looking for an overnight camp with a faith focus
- Active campers interested in the listed sports and recreation activities and lake waterfront
- Families seeking camp scholarships of up to half the cost
- The camp is explicitly Christian and faith-focused; check that this fits your family
- It is in Hume, CA, roughly 194–214 miles from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Las Vegas, so plan travel
- Financial aid covers up to half the cost and is applied for during registration; plan accordingly
2027 sessions and prices
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hume SoCal Summer Camp – Jun 13-19 Middle School1 week · Middle School | Jun 13 – Jun 19 | $919 | $919 | Open |
| Hume SoCal Summer Camp – Jun 20-26 Middle School1 week · Middle School | Jun 20 – Jun 26 | $919 | $919 | Open |
| Hume New England Summer Camp – Jun 21-25 Middle School4 days · Middle School · lowest weekly price | Jun 21 – Jun 25 | $649 | $909 | Open |
| Hume New England Summer Camp – Jun 28-Jul 2 Middle School4 days · Middle School | Jun 28 – Jul 2 | $649 | $909 | Open |
| Hume New England Summer Camp – Jul 5-9 Combined4 days · Middle & High School | Jul 5 – Jul 9 | $649 | $909 | Open |
| Hume New England Summer Camp – Jul 12-16 High School4 days · High School | Jul 12 – Jul 16 | $649 | $909 | Open |
| Hume New England Summer Camp – Jul 19-23 High School4 days · High School | Jul 19 – Jul 23 | $649 | $909 | Open |
| Hume New England Summer Camp – Jul 26-30 High School4 days · High School | Jul 26 – Jul 30 | $649 | $909 | Open |
Winter camp
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hume New England Winter Camp – Jan 15-17 Middle School2 days · Middle School | Jan 15 – Jan 17 | $334 | – | Open |
| Hume New England Winter Camp – Jan 29-31 Combined2 days · Middle & High School | Jan 29 – Jan 31 | $334 | – | Waitlist |
| Hume New England Winter Camp – Feb 5-7 Combined2 days · Middle & High School | Feb 5 – Feb 7 | $334 | – | Waitlist |
| Hume New England Winter Camp – Feb 12-15 Combined 3-night3 days · Middle & High School | Feb 12 – Feb 15 | $359 | $628 | Open |
What it really costs
Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.
Activities
Camp life
Getting there
Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.
What families say about Hume Christian Camps
★ 4.3 · 14 reviewsParents and campers often describe Hume as a welcoming Christian camp with a family atmosphere, friendly staff, and a range of lake and camp activities. Some reviews ask for better food, bedding, cleanliness, and updated facilities. A few reviews raise safety and supervision concerns, including dorm locks, chapel sound levels, travel access, and counselor behavior, and some campers mention discomfort with worship or teaching style.
- Christian focus 6 of 14
- Family atmosphere 5 of 14
- Activities and lake 5 of 14
- Safety and supervision 3 of 14
- Facilities and food 2 of 14
- Theological concerns 2 of 14
Based on 14 real family reviews of Hume Christian Camps, 2018–2025.
Reviews last checked Nov 2026
“We are so thankful for Hume Lake and the experiences our kids have there. Thank you for being a welcoming environment. A lot of improvements to be made such as higher quality food options, better bedding, more things to do during free time,…”
“I didn't grow up in a religious family, but had been attending the church that coordinated the high school summer camp for several years. I had a great time hanging out with a bunch of my friends (what teenager wouldn't). The cabins were decent and food…”
14 family reviews
“We are so thankful for Hume Lake and the experiences our kids have there. Thank you for being a welcoming environment. A lot of improvements to be made such as higher quality food options, better bedding, more things to do during free time, cleanliness, and much more.”
“Amazing place! The staff are nice to the kids. I camped at Hume SD and Hume Lake, all in all, five years. They are really intentional about getting kids to meet God. You can feel the presence everywhere here! My favorite place in the whole world! I'd love if they had key cards to lock the dorms, however. I'd also appreciate if they turned the sound way down in the chapel. I love the chapels and rec chapels, but the sound is dangerously up there all week. Otherwise, don't change anything, Hume! I miss Hume SD, that one is amazing as well. Everyone would love an easier and safer way to get up to Hume, especially in the winter time and for those who have buses full of kids. However, they don't like any mention of the Holy Spirit and His works. Just know that. They are wonderful in teaching the Gospel, but you will probably need to go to their Wildwood program or another place if you believe in Full Gospel or want to go deeper.”
“One of the best places on Earth, you make a bunch of new friends and can get a lot closer to God. The lake is beautiful and there is a variety of things you can do on it, hey, I've even seen some guys wind sailing somehow.”
“Hume lake sports camp is by far the best thing for student athletes. Taking our kids out of their environment full of distractions and bring them up letting be kids. It’s life changing. God is good. Thank you.”
“Wonderful family atmosphere. Christian Camp that helps kids and family’s. Definitely a blessing to be up there”
“so fun for kids it was a good time so many good staff so many fun activities.”
“I love this camp so much! This is the second time I have been to meadow ranch as a camper. I love going over to pondi to go to the lake, the jumping rock, the cove, general store, gift shop, and the apparel store. The apparel store is pretty overpriced but it is till very cute. The blob was very fun. I was very scared to do it for the pond comp and the leader prayed over me and I love how this camp is christian. I felt so changed the last time I went. I love hearing about God's word multiple times a day. I recommend this camp if your Christian or not!”
“Hume Lake is an absolute must in our family! Peaceful, beautiful and fun!”
“Best place to send your kids for a one of a kind Godly experience”
“Great family choice. We have come here many conservative times”
“Great beaches for swimming. Great milkshakes at the Snack Shop.”
“Love love Hume lake our family came to visit July during Covid summertime. So many things to do will have to return soon.”
“I went here when I was 10 yrs of age, sleep in a dirty Wagon Train and our counselor would bring her boyfriend in at night. Christian Camp yea right the lake was weird I did not like the boats they were old and leaked. I would not advise sending kids here, it is not kept up. This was in the 1960's, I still get nightmares of this place.”
“I didn't grow up in a religious family, but had been attending the church that coordinated the high school summer camp for several years. I had a great time hanging out with a bunch of my friends (what teenager wouldn't). The cabins were decent and food wasn't bad. I could never shake the creepy vibe I felt during worship time (also felt the same at regular church so not isolated to camp) though. I had a lot of questions and was told to hold them and schedule a meeting with one of the pastors which I did. We met by the pool one afternoon and his answers were less than convincing. I felt pressured to accept Christ during some special sermon and that because/if I wasn't hearing/feeling god talk to me/my heart something was wrong with me. Of course this one week at camp in high school didn't cause my atheism, but it played a role in my journey to non-belief. Oh, and it was pretty well known this camp was where people got/gave their first blowjobs in the woods near the rock waterfall slide.”
Parents ask about Hume Christian Camps
What activities do campers like most at Hume Christian Camps?
5 of 14 family reviews mention activities and lake. One parent wrote: “Hume lake sports camp is by far the best thing for student athletes. Taking our kids out of their environment full of distractions and bring them up letting be kids. It’s life changing. God is good.”
Are there any concerns about Hume Christian Camps?
Some families raise concerns. 2 of 14 family reviews mention facilities and food. One camper wrote: “The cabins were decent and food wasn't bad.” Other concerns mentioned: safety and supervision (3 of 14) and theological concerns (2 of 14).
Questions about Hume Christian Camps
How much does Hume Christian Camps cost in 2027?
2027 tuition at Hume Christian Camps runs from $649 (Hume New England Summer Camp – Jun 21-25 Middle School, 4 days) to $919 (Hume SoCal Summer Camp – Jun 13-19 Middle School). The lowest weekly price is $919. Extra fees: Special-diet surcharge; spending money; optional pre-paid activities; 2.24% card fee
When are the 2027 sessions at Hume Christian Camps?
Hume SoCal Summer Camp – Jun 13-19 Middle School: Jun 13 to Jun 19. Hume SoCal Summer Camp – Jun 20-26 Middle School: Jun 20 to Jun 26. Hume New England Summer Camp – Jun 21-25 Middle School: Jun 21 to Jun 25. Hume New England Summer Camp – Jun 28-Jul 2 Middle School: Jun 28 to Jul 2. Hume New England Summer Camp – Jul 5-9 Combined: Jul 5 to Jul 9. Hume New England Summer Camp – Jul 12-16 High School: Jul 12 to Jul 16.
Does Hume Christian Camps run a winter camp?
Yes. Hume Christian Camps also runs winter sessions: Hume New England Winter Camp – Jan 15-17 Middle School: Jan 15, 2027 to Jan 17. Hume New England Winter Camp – Jan 29-31 Combined: Jan 29, 2027 to Jan 31. Hume New England Winter Camp – Feb 5-7 Combined: Feb 5, 2027 to Feb 7. Hume New England Winter Camp – Feb 12-15 Combined 3-night: Feb 12, 2027 to Feb 15.
Can campers bring phones?
Electronic devices are on the do-not-bring list
What is the refund policy?
Deposits are non-transferable and non-refundable except for a canceled event; canceling spots forfeits the full deposit per spot.
Is financial aid available?
Camperships (scholarships) available; apply during online registration; up to half the cost of camp
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