Welcome to the Lair of the Golden Bear
Plan your summer adventure and create unforgettable memories surrounded by nature’s beauty. Submit your 2025 booking request today and let the countdown to your best summer yet begin!
New Campers, Plan for Summer 2025 Now!
Discover what Lair campers have known for generations: this is a magical place where you will connect and recharge under tall pine trees and gorgeous blue skies. Your whole family will have the time of your lives and make mountains of memories. We are happy to answer your questions and share more information.

Summer 2025 Updates
Bigger Comfort, Brighter Shows, Yummier Treats, and More!
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at the Lair! From bringing back beloved Dream Bars to upgrading your nights with brand-new mattresses for the best sleep yet. Plus, so much more. Click below for all the exciting details!

Work at the Lair 2025
Lair staff applications for summer 2025 are open! Working at the Lair, staffers have the opportunity to impact kids and families, and by extension make an impact on the world. In addition, staffers will make lifelong friends and have opportunities to network with our amazing campers.

Oski Year-Round Cabins
The Lair has fifteen heated cabins for year-round use at Camp Oski. Each cabin sleeps up to six guests with a queen bed, bunk bed, and two single beds in the loft. Cabins have their own private bathroom, coffee maker, a mini-fridge, and more. Meals are included! Join us for one of our fall or winter weekends, and enjoy a cozy stay!

Visit the Lair's Online Store
Missing the Lair? Looking for a holiday gift? Excited for summer 2025? Visit our online store for Lair stickers, cozy blankets, license plate frames, apparel, and more. We have a fabulous selection of Lair items ready to ship to arrive before the holidays!

Summer Family Camp
With a backyard of incomparable beauty and stellar staff-led programming for campers of all ages, the Lair of the Golden Bear is the perfect place to make family memories. By the time departure day arrives, you will have fallen in love with our special corner of the Sierra Nevada—and you will be counting down the days until you return next summer.

Adult Sessions
Relax and reconnect with friends during the Women’s Wellness Weekend, Sports & Recreation Camp, or the Lair Food & Wine Experience.

Oski Science Camp
The Lair’s 4-day, 3-night immersive sleep-away camp for 5th and 6th grade classes teaches the science, nature, and history of our land.

College Prep Camp
Designed for students who will be high school seniors in the fall, our program focuses on the application process and essay writing—with some Lair fun, too!

Bear Music Fest
Ready to experience a unique, all-inclusive, immersive and soulful weekend of music, nature, and community at the Lair? We are ready for you!

Work Weekends 2025
Join the Lair Crew for a Weekend of Work, Friends, & Fresh Air!
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves, breathe in the mountain air, and make a real difference for the Lair? We’re calling all Lair devotees (that’s YOU!) to help us get camp ready for another unforgettable summer.
