80 Years of Adventure. One Unforgettable Summer.
Make Camp Chawanakee part of your unit’s 2027 summer adventure.
Located on the shores of Shaver Lake in California’s Sierra Nevada, Camp Chawanakee offers seven weeks of traditional Scout summer camp filled with advancement, outdoor adventure, leadership, and memories that last a lifetime.
2027 Summer Camp: June 13 – July 31, 2027
Choose Your Week
Camp Chawanakee offers seven one-week summer camp sessions.
Week 1 – June 13–19
Week 2 – June 20–26
Week 3 – June 27–July 3
Week 4 – July 4–10
Week 5 – July 11–17
Week 6 – July 18–24
Week 7 – July 25–31
Campsites and availability vary by week. Units are encouraged to reserve early for the best selection.
Camp Map & Layout
See where your unit will camp and explore Camp Chawanakee before you arrive.
Camp Chawanakee is located on the shores of Shaver Lake in the Sierra Nevada. Campsites are spread throughout the property with easy access to program areas, dining hall, and waterfront.
Camp Map 2027
2027 Camp Pricing
In-Council Units
| Registration Period | Youth | Adult |
| Register at Camp (or through 8/31/26) | $795 | $490 |
| Register by December 1, 2026 | $820 | $515 |
| Register after December 1, 2026 | $845 | $540 |
Out-of-Council Units
| Registration Period | Youth | Adult |
| Register at Camp (or through 8/31/26) | $850 | $540 |
| Register by December 1, 2026 | $875 | $565 |
| Register after December 1, 2026 | $900 | $590 |
Discounts for 2026
Siblings Discount
- $50 off the cost of each scout. Please let our camping department know to apply them.
Second Week Discount
- Come for a second week of camp this summer and get $125 off.
Refunds
In general, there are no refunds at Camp Chawanakee. For unusual situation refunds will be considered on a “case-by-case” basis. Requests can be made by contacting the Council Office.
Reserve Your Unit’s Place
Getting your unit started is easy.
1. Choose Your Week
Select the week that works best for your unit. Having an alternate week available is recommended in case your preferred week or campsite is already full.
2. Submit Your Reservation
Complete the Camp Chawanakee Unit Reservation Form with your unit information, preferred week, and estimated attendance.
3. Pay Your Deposit
A $20 per-person deposit is required for each youth and adult included with your initial reservation.
Your numbers do not have to be final. Additional Scouts and adults may be added later, subject to camp capacity.
4. Receive Your Confirmation
Once your reservation form and deposit are received, Camp Chawanakee will confirm your week and campsite assignment.
Payment Schedule
Camp fees are paid in installments throughout the year, making it easier for units and families to plan ahead.
Initial Reservation
$20 per person (youth and adult)
Required with your unit reservation.
January 31, 2027
$125 per person
February 28, 2027
$125 per person
March 31, 2027
Youth: $175
Adult: $50
April 30, 2027
Remaining balance due
All camp fees must be paid in full by the final payment deadline.
Adding Scouts & Adults
You do not need your final attendance numbers when making your initial reservation.
Units may add additional Scouts and adults as plans develop, provided space remains available for your selected week.
This allows your unit to reserve its place at Camp Chawanakee early while continuing to recruit Scouts and families throughout the year.
Campsite Reservations
Camp Chawanakee offers a variety of campsites located throughout camp.
Campsite assignments are based on several factors, including:
- Unit size
- Week selected
- Campsite capacity
- Availability
- Special accommodation needs
Units may request a preferred campsite when making their reservation. While every effort will be made to accommodate requests, specific campsites cannot be guaranteed.
Early reservations provide the best opportunity for your unit to receive its preferred week and campsite.
Explore Camp Chawanakee
Use the Camp Chawanakee map to explore campsite locations, program areas, the waterfront, Dining Hall, Trading Post, camp office, and other facilities.
Coming With a Smaller Unit?
You don’t need a huge troop to experience Camp Chawanakee.
Smaller units are welcome and may share a campsite with another unit when appropriate. Sharing a campsite can be a great opportunity for Scouts and leaders to meet other Scouting units while still maintaining their own unit identity and program.
For questions about accommodations for your unit, contact us at (559) 320-2100 or CampChawanakee@SequoiaCouncil.org.
Provisional Scouts
Can’t attend summer camp with your troop?
Individual Scouts may have opportunities to attend Camp Chawanakee as provisional campers, depending on availability and the program offered for the selected week.
Contact Camp Chawanakee for current provisional camping opportunities and registration information.
Campership Assistance
We believe every Scout should have the opportunity to experience summer camp.
Financial assistance may be available for eligible Scouts registered with Sequoia Council who would otherwise be unable to attend camp because of financial circumstances.
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Before You Reserve
Units should consider the following before submitting their reservation:
- Preferred camp week
- Alternate camp week
- Estimated number of youth
- Estimated number of adults
- Preferred campsite
- Unit contact information
- Initial deposit
Your attendance numbers can change as your unit prepares for summer.
Ready for Camp Chawanakee?
Reserve Your 2027 Adventure
For 80 years, Scouts have traveled to the shores of Shaver Lake for summer adventure.
Make 2027 your unit’s year at Camp Chawanakee.
Already have a reservation?
Questions About Your Reservation?
We’re happy to help with available weeks, campsite questions, attendance changes, payments, or the reservation process.
Contact us at (559) 320-2100 or CampChawanakee@SequoiaCouncil.org.
