Description
Explore the wilderness of the Santa Cruz Mountains on our Bay to Sea backpacking trip. Campers will hike from the San Francisco Bay Area to the Pacific Ocean! This 8 day, 7 night trip is an excellent introduction to backpacking, averaging 5 miles per day. Those with or without backpacking experience are welcome.
Campers being their 12 Day session at Hidden Villa learning about preparing for a backpacking trip including learning how to pack and carry a 60L+ backpacking backpack. While on trail, participants will gain wilderness skills like outdoor cooking, water filtration, basic shelter building, orienteering, and learning to camp with minimal impact on the land. Youth who join this program will take turns being "Leader of the Day," helping keep the group on pace to accomplish their hike for the day. Additionally, campers will explore local flora and fauna as well as discover beautiful local day hikes on their lay over/rest days.
A packing and gear list will be provided along with a Welcome Packet after registration. If you need assistance coming up with the required gear, please reach out as we can help ensure campers have everything they need for the expedition!
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Who Is This For?
Youth entering 10th – 12th Grades in Fall 2027.
Price
12 Day Program: $2,355
We understand that the cost of camp is high and that living in the Bay Area can be incredibly challenging. We never want the cost of camp to prevent a camper from having this experience. Financial Aid is available to all who complete a Financial Aid Application. To apply for financial aid, please complete the “Optional Financial Aid Form” located in the online UltraCamp portal during or after the registration process
Please note, after May 10th, Financial Aid funds may be allocated to only those with the highest need. If Financial Aid would support your child in being able to attend camp this summer, please apply as soon as possible.
There is a non refundable $125 deposit for all camp registrations, however if we are unable to meet your financial need, it may be possible to refund the deposit amount. Please do not let the deposit be a barrier to registration. If you are unable to pay the $125 at time of registration, please complete the Financial Aid application and then email us immediately at [email protected].
Camp Sessions
- June 14th-25th
- June 28th-July 9th
Registration
Early Registration opens to Returning Camp Families at 10 A.M. on Saturday, December 12th, 2026. An email will be sent that contains the Early Access Passcode.
Registration for new families and everyone else will be at 10 A.M. on Saturday, January 16th, 2027.
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