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50+ Years
experience
Your Coastal Retreat for Faith-Based Summer Camps & Group Programs
Ocean Park Camp & Retreat Center was founded in 1941 as a Methodist-affiliated summer camp and retreat destination. Located on 100 acres of oceanfront property in Ocean Park, Washington, we provide immersive experiences for youth, families, and groups through structured programs that emphasize faith, community, and outdoor exploration. Our American Camp Association accreditation ensures rigorous safety standards across activities like archery, kayaking, and team-building exercises.We prioritize inclusivity, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds while maintaining a commitment to environmental stewardship and spiritual growth. With lodging options for groups of all sizes and a staff dedicated to personalized service, we create spaces for renewal, leadership development, and meaningful connections with nature.
Services
Summer Camps
Retreat Programs
Outdoor Activities
Group Lodging
Faith-Based Education
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- We offer ACA-accredited programs with proven safety standards for youth and groups
- Our 100-acre oceanfront property combines natural beauty with modern facilities
- Experienced staff provides personalized support from booking through execution
- We maintain a 2:10 staff-to-camper ratio for enhanced supervision and engagement
- Our programs integrate faith development with outdoor adventure education
Associations and certifications
- American Camp Association
What people say
Wonderful staff
Easy access to beach
Great place for groups
Amazing camp director
Safe environment
Services
Summer Camp Programs
Our summer camps serve children entering grades 1-12 with age-specific programming. Activities include hiking, kayaking, and team-building exercises designed to develop leadership skills. Certified staff maintain a 2:10 staff-to-camper ratio for personalized attention while promoting spiritual growth through faith-based curriculum.
Group Retreats
We host customized retreats for groups of 2-200 with full-service support. Our 100-acre property offers meeting spaces, challenge courses, and team-building activities. Professional staff coordinate lodging, meals, and programming to create meaningful experiences for church groups, schools, and organizations seeking community development.
Outdoor Activities
Our coastal property features archery ranges, climbing towers, and zip lines with certified safety supervision. Water-based activities include kayaking and beach exploration while land programs offer disc golf and challenge courses. All activities follow ACA safety standards with equipment maintenance and staff training protocols.
Lodging Facilities
We provide diverse lodging options from dormitory-style cabins to family suites with kitchenettes. All accommodations include access to communal spaces like our sunroom and fireside lounge. Our facilities support groups with commercial kitchens and dining halls that accommodate up to 200 guests simultaneously.
Faith-Based Programming
Our programs integrate Methodist values with outdoor education through small group discussions and worship experiences. Curriculum focuses on biblical teachings while emphasizing environmental stewardship and community service. We maintain partnerships with local churches to support spiritual leadership development for youth and adults.
Questions
What age groups do your summer camps serve?
Our camps serve children entering grades 1-12 with age-specific programming including Skippers (grades 1-2), Explorers (grades 3-4), and Mariners (grades 10-13).
Are scholarships available for summer camp attendance?
Yes, we offer camperships to ensure accessibility. Contact our director for application details and financial assistance options.
Can we customize group retreat activities?
Yes, our staff works with groups to create customized retreat schedules combining faith development, team-building, and outdoor activities.
Do you provide meal services for guests?
We offer full meal service with commercial kitchen staff or self-catering options through our equipped kitchen facilities.
What safety certifications do you maintain?
We hold American Camp Association accreditation and follow rigorous safety protocols for all activities including staff training and equipment maintenance.
How do you support diversity and inclusion?
We practice intentional hospitality affirming all people regardless of identity, with specific programs for LGBTQ+ inclusion and accessibility accommodations.
Reviews (3)
Jeffrey Booth
Aug 23, 2021
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This camp offers decent bare-bones kitchen, bedroom, and 3/4 bath facilities (toilet, shower, and sink) on a budget, just a half mile walk from the beach. The staff are helpful, but they're also very busy as they continuously maintain and upgrade the facilities.
1. Be sure to ask them what size bed linens you need to bring, where the dumpster is, and how to program the keypad on your deadbolt.
2. Take a picture of the map on the corkboard using your smartphone, so you can refer to the map when you're out exploring.
1. Be sure to ask them what size bed linens you need to bring, where the dumpster is, and how to program the keypad on your deadbolt.
2. Take a picture of the map on the corkboard using your smartphone, so you can refer to the map when you're out exploring.
TurtleMomma Gallagher
Jul 29, 2021
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Beautiful grounds and well kept lodging. Fun for my kids and accessable for my Aunt with mobility issues. Love the host family. Kind, friendly, and fun!
Jon Brines
Dec 06, 2020
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Such an amazing place. The grounds are absolutely beautiful. We camped and the couple that run this gem checked on us and even brought us extra firewood. Brandon the director and his wife (I can't remember her name) do such a great job. They have cabins you can rent that look so cozy we thought about renting one for a few months because we didn't want to leave. The beach is close and it felt like we had the whole Washington coast to our self. Thanks again Brandon we will definitely come back many times in the near future.
P.s. our dog also had a blast!!!
P.s. our dog also had a blast!!!
