Tawonga • Est. 1925
Jewish Experiences Up and Down the Mountain
Tawonga.
Every season.
Always home.
We believe that immersing children in community building, Jewish values and nature helps them become their best selves. They use the experience of Tawonga to make the world a better place.
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Chapter 4: Get Groovy in the 1970s!
In the early 1970s, a group of Tawongans made a small but history-altering shift. “The Shenandoah” became “The Tuolumne.” “Blue Ridge Mountains” became “Sierra Mountains.” With just a few words, a 1971 Billboard Top 100 song was transformed into something deeply personal – a tradition that would echo through the Dining Hall for generations to come.
🎥 Meet the 2026 Directors!
Tawonga’s 2026 summer season is finally upon us, and we can’t wait for all of our campers, questers, and teens to experience the magic of Camp Tawonga!
This veteran group of camp leaders will be up at Tawonga all summer long, working with the staff and helping to keep everyone at Camp happy, healthy, and safe.
Find Respite at our Adult-Only Retreats
You don’t want to miss out on our Women’s Weekend (Oct 15 – 18) and Men’s Weekend (Oct 22 – 25). Adult Retreats at Tawonga are the perfect mix of nature exploration, Jewish Community building, yoga and restorative wellness activities, music, and more!
Join us at a Family Camp Weekend
We have space in our Fall family camp weekend programs! Join us at one of our weekends, including special affinity spaces for families with LGBTQ+ adults and Jewish Families of Color. Refer a new family or opt-in to share a cabin with another family for program discounts.
