Gindling Hilltop Camp
Overnight camp in the Santa Monica Mountains offering a variety of activities for Jewish youth.
▌ Editor's read The website wbtcamps.org loads successfully, serving as the official site for Wilshire Boulevard Temple Camps, which includes Gindling Hilltop. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2024, signifying compliance with over 300 health, safety, and program standards. The 'About Us' section states the camp has been operating for 65 years, indicating a long history. The camp is a non-profit organization, part of Wilshire Boulevard Temple. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Gindling Hilltop offers overnight programs for teens in 7th-10th grade. Google reviews for 'Wilshire Boulevard Temple Camps' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, with many parents praising the inclusive community and positive impact on their children. Social media handles found are @wbtcamps on Instagram and 'wbtcamps' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196165+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Gindling Hilltop Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. outdoors/nature programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1961 (65 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: Overnight camp
- Address: 11414 Chalon Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
- Phone: (310) 440-1246
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1520 for a 6-day session.
↗ What parents like
- Jewish cultural immersion
- Beachfront location
↘ Watch for
- Website is difficult to navigate
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Gindling Hilltop Camp
- What ages does Gindling Hilltop Camp accept?
- Gindling Hilltop Camp is open to children ages 7–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Gindling Hilltop Camp cost?
- Gindling Hilltop Camp publishes $1,520/week for the standard session. $1520 for a 6-day session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Gindling Hilltop Camp's hours?
- Gindling Hilltop Camp runs Overnight camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Gindling Hilltop Camp accredited?
- Yes — Gindling Hilltop Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 65 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Gindling Hilltop Camp?
- Gindling Hilltop Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 65 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Gindling Hilltop Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Gindling Hilltop Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does Gindling Hilltop Camp compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles?
- Gindling Hilltop Camp is one of 54 outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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