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Hume Lake Christian Camps

Hume, CA

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64144 Hume Lake RdHume, CA 93628

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Summary

Hume Lake Christian Camps in Hume, CA, offer life-changing camps and retreats rooted in Christian faith. Founded in 1946, the camp provides youth programs like Meadow Ranch (middle school) and Ponderosa (high school), along with adult retreats and school ministries. Visitors praise the supportive environment and practical biblical teachings Review 1.

Details

Hume Lake Christian Camps, located in Hume, California, have been a cornerstone of Christian ministry since 1946. The camp was established by a group of Christian men who purchased 320 acres of lakeshore property, including the Hume Lake Hotel and surrounding facilities. Today, Hume Lake is dedicated to providing life-changing experiences through camps and retreats that emphasize the teachings of Jesus Christ.

The camp specializes in youth programs tailored to different age groups, including:

  • Meadow Ranch: Middle school camp focused on practical biblical actions and community building Review 1.
  • Ponderosa: High school camp offering a supportive environment for personal growth and spiritual exploration Review 2.
  • Wagon Train: Elementary school camp designed to introduce young children to Christian teachings Review 8.
  • Wildwood: A discipleship camp for deeper spiritual engagement Review 8.

In addition to youth camps, Hume Lake offers:

  • Adult Retreats: Programs for personal and spiritual development Review 3.
  • School Ministries: Educational programs that integrate Christian values Review 8.

The camp's facilities include a lake for activities like kayaking, a Snack Shack for meals, and rental accommodations for groups and families Review 3. Visitors often highlight the camp's clean and well-maintained environment, friendly staff, and positive atmosphere Review 4.

Hume Lake also emphasizes community and fellowship, with programs that encourage participants to share personal experiences and grow in their faith Review 2. The camp's mission is to help individuals accept Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior, grow in their faith, and serve others in their communities Review 7.

From Faith Near Me

Hume Lake Christian Camps in Hume, CA, offers a welcoming environment rooted in Evangelical Christian traditions. Founded in 1946, the camp emphasizes practical biblical teachings and community-building through age-specific programs for youth and adults. First-time visitors may appreciate the clean, well-maintained facilities and the camp’s focus on fostering spiritual growth through activities like kayaking, worship, and group fellowship.

Pros

  • Age-specific programs for youth and adults, including Meadow Ranch, Ponderosa, and Wagon Train camps.
  • Friendly, supportive staff and a clean, positive atmosphere highlighted in visitor accounts.
  • Facilities include a lake for activities, rental accommodations, and a Snack Shack for meals.
  • Emphasis on community and fellowship through shared experiences and spiritual teachings.
  • Opportunities for year-round engagement with winter and school ministry programs.

Cons

  • Food options may be limited, with the Snack Shack as the primary dining choice during visits.
  • Event schedules beyond general camp sessions are not clearly detailed on the website.

Reviews from around the web

Public comments we collected from listing sources. Not written on Faith Near Me.

  • Kevin Clarka month ago

    Me and my kids super enjoyed Meadow Ranch middle school camp. The activities were outstanding. The speaker for the week really presented practical biblical actions that the kids could apply to their lives. I felt like they delivered on “The Gospel at Play.” If you have a chance GO!

  • JBa month ago

    I just got back from summer camp at Ponderosa, and it was one of the best experiences I've had with God. Hume's supportive environment allowed both me and my friends to share very personal parts of our lives. One of the best places to visit, imo. Thank you to all the Hume staff for making this possible. :)

  • E. C.6 years ago

    Had a great weekend up here with the family, 15 - 18 July 2020. No family camp, but they are still renting out rooms. Price was great. Kayaked the lake, ate some good grub, worshipped, and just enjoyed some time away. Weather was amazing. Staff was amazing as well. Highly recommend

  • Sandy S4 years ago

    Decided to take a day trip to Hume Lake to celebrate my birthday. First of all the ride up is beautiful with only a few scary turns, just take them slow I say (ask my hubby.) Starving when we got there we needed food pronto. Unfortunately, the only options we had were the market or the Snack Shack. Being Memorial Day weekend I thought there would be more options available. The Snack Shack luckily had hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes and other items to choose from. The camp is clean and well maintained. Everyone we spoke to was kind and helpful. Love how the whole place feels very positive.

  • Carlos Garciaa year ago

    First time as counselor, all I have to say is amazing 👏🏽 Great staff, great mentors! Would definitely love to come back! …

  • Jordan Isidroa month ago

    So good 2nd year I went there love the lord and want to be a photographer there

  • Rodger Keester2 months ago

    An amazing and beautiful place where they show the love of Christ.

  • Kendra Hart3 years ago

    This is such an amazing camp! Each year, the Hume staff pick out a new, fun theme to base a week-long Bible lesson about. With a different guest speaker each week, students can hear the word of God in amazing ways. There are many camps offered throughout the year, such as Wagon Train (elementary school summer camp), Meadow Ranch (middle school summer camp), Ponderosa (high school summer camp), Wildwood, a winter camp, several retreats throughout the year for everyone, and more. Each camp focuses on a specific age group, so lessons and sermons are appropriately streamlined to have the greatest effect on the types of people attending the camps. For Ponderosa and Meadow Ranch, you go to chapel twice a day, once in the morning, and once in the evening. A typical day at Ponderosa looks like this: -Breakfast (7:45-8:45am) -Chapel (9-10:40am) -Cabin Time (10:45-11am) -Recreation (11-12:30pm) -Lunch (12:30-1:30pm) -Free time (After lunch-5:30/6:30pm, depending on the day) -Dinner (5:00/6:00-6:45/7:45, depending on the day) -Chapel (8:00pm, or after an event, depending on the day) -Free time after chapel -Lights out (11:30pm) For each camp, there are so many fun things to do. Campers can rent kayaks, canoes, or paddleboards for $10 and hour; they can play paintball or complete a high ropes course for $20 apiece; they can try archery or an escape room for $10 apiece; and so much more. For free, students can play vollyball, basketball, swim in the lake or pool, experience the blob, swing on Noah's Nightmare (a ring on a long string that campers can swing on to launch themselves into the Meadow Ranch pond), play spikeball, go hiking, and more! The food at Hume is pretty good, it is different for every meal. Some potential breakfast meals include pancakes and biscuits and gravy. Some lunches include greek food (pita bread, cucumbers, tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, and chicken...this is personally my favorite meal), hamburgers, and pizza. Some dinners include steak, pulled pork sandwiches, and pasta. Each meal is served in a buffet style, and you can get fresh fruit with every meal. For breakfast, there is a greater selection of fruit in the buffet, and for lunch and dinners, there is a salad bar. There are also special meals that someone can pay a little extra for and request, for those with dietary restrictions. Overall, this is a truly special and fantastic camp, and I could not recommend it enough for everyone to reestablish their faith in Christ!

  • Vince A2 years ago

    it was an absolutely amazing week, i went summer 2024 on week 1. only thing that wasnt great was thw food, but its camp so what do u expect. i stayed up in pondy, for u campers u know what that is. also the milkshakes down by the dock are absolutely bomb, the pizookies over in meadow and in pondy are 👌 and staff and counselors are very nice

  • James Mcclure4 years ago

    Hume Lake Christian Camp was an experience like none other!!! Very heartwarming staff and an absolute beautiful site!!! Jesus was definitely with us during our men's retreat... Definitely recommend HLCC to anyone trying to get closer to their spiritual self!!!

Services and facilities

Services

  • Youth Camps
  • Adult Retreats
  • School Ministries

Facilities

  • Lake For Kayaking
  • Snack Shack
  • Rental Accommodations
  • Cottages
  • Market

Events and programs

  • Wildwood Winter Camp

    Winter

    A winter camp focused on Christian teachings and activities

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