Lair of the Golden Bear

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Camp Blue Rd

Pinecrest, CA 95364

+1 (510) 900-8255

http://lairofthebear.org

History

Since 1949, the Cal Alumni Association's Lair of the Golden Bear has provided unforgettable summer vacations for generations of Cal alumni families and friends of the University. Located just three hours east of the Bay Area at 5,600 feet in beautiful Pinecrest, CA, the Lair's fresh air, sunshine, and surrounding natural beauty provide our guests with an amazing mountain playground.

Specialties

The beauty of the Lair experience is that campers are able to unwind at their own speed. Some choose to dive into camp life--and the entire region--with reckless abandon every day, while others just relax by the pool all week with a good book. No matter how you choose to spend your time, you don't need to worry about cooking, cleaning, or what to do with the kids--they'll be happily engaged in their age group programs with our outstanding staff. Your most difficult decision of the week will be what to do next!.

Reviews

4.534 reviews

Sadie B.

7/5/2025

I love this place with all of my heart! I can't wait for each year. My kids have so much fun every year and they enjoy all of the yummy food. We go to camp blue every year and they love all the...

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eileen d.

4/4/2025

I've been camping at the Lair on and off (mostly on) since 1977, and my 10 year old has camped since he was 14 months. It is our happy place. The place where we unplug, roam under the pines and...

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Rick H.

9/2/2024

Great here. Come on up. It's sleep away camp for families instead of just the kids. You can pick from Blue camp, Gold camp or Camp Oski. Check it out.

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Elizabeth A.

8/25/2024

This review is more for the optional travel insurance that is recommended by Lair of the Golden Bear at booking- Meyer and Associates/ Travel Insured International. Lair of the Golden Bear is...

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Leigh A.

8/14/2022

TLDR - nice campground, rustic tent cabins that are not fully enclosed, burnt out and disengaged staff PROS * campground - its pretty nice. beautiful trees surround you. despite how big it is,...

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Lair of the Golden Bear

The Lair of the Golden Bear is the Cal Alumni Association’s magical summer family camp in the central Sierra Nevada. Yet you don’t need to be a Cal alum to camp at the Lair.

Camp Blue

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Camp Gold

Camp Gold, located in Pinecrest, CA, offers year-round accommodations, group rentals, and unique camp experiences, emphasizing the magic of outdoor adventures. Their facilities are perfect for weddings, family gatherings, and specialized camps, including a science camp, making it an ideal destination for various gatherings and events. Additionally, Camp Gold is affiliated with the UC Berkeley Alumni Association, promoting connections among alumni through events, mentorship programs, and opportunities to give back to the university community. The camp serves as a hub for alumni engagement, fostering relationships and supporting future generations of Golden Bears. Generated from the website

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