The Painted Turtle

Medical Specialty Camp near Los Angeles, CA

Camp Address: 17000 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Lake Hughes, CA 93532
Camp Phone: (661) 724-1550
Financial Aid Offered: Always FREE of charge
Length of Sessions:  1 Week
Gender Type: COED
Age Range to Participate: 7 to 16 Years Old (with leadership program for 17 to 18 year olds)
Program for Teens Only: YES

This Summer Camp has been accredited through the American Camp Association

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The Painted Turtle

Medical Specialty Camp
near Los Angeles, CA

Camp Office: 17000 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Lake Hughes, CA 93532
Camp Phone: (661) 724-1550
Financial Aid Offered: Always FREE of charge
Length of Sessions:  1 Week
Gender Type: COED
Age Range to Participate: 7 to 16 Years Old (with leadership program for 17 to 18 year olds)
Program for Teens Only: YES

This Summer Camp has been accredited through the American Camp Association

Explore The Painted Turtle Website

Welcome to
The Painted Turtle

The Painted Turtle is more than a camp, it’s a place where children with serious medical conditions can just be kids. Totally Free of Charge.

Welcome to
The Painted Turtle

The Painted Turtle is more than a camp, it’s a place where children with serious medical conditions can just be kids. Totally Free of Charge.

Just …

30 Mins from Lancaster, CA

1 1/2 Hours from Los Angeles, CA

Just …

30 Mins from Lancaster, CA

1 1/2 Hours from Los Angeles, CA

17000 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Lake Hughes, CA 93532

Camp Values Statement

When campers set foot into The Painted Turtle, they enter a world where fun and laughter are part of the remedy. Upon their arrival, campers and their families are greeted by The Painted Turtle’s exceptional staff. Volunteers and staff are both experienced working with children and committed to the well-being and care of our campers.

The Painted Turtle programs provide campers with safe, exciting experiences that build self-esteem and confidence while encouraging positive friendships and community.  At Camp, children discover a magical and inclusive environment that fosters personal growth and exploration. Campers can feel comfortable and supported trying new things!

The Painted Turtle is committed to a rich and ever-evolving program that challenges our campers to become their best selves. There is no end to what adventures await campers next!

Medical Conditions Served::

Cerebral Palsy
Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis
Cystic Fibrosis
Hemophilia/Von Willebrand Disease/with inhibitor
Kidney & Liver Disease

Metabolic Conditions
Muscular Dystrophy
Skeletal Dysplasia
Spina Bifida

For a full list of all the medical conditions served click the link below:

Medical Criteria for The Painted Turtle

Helpful Info:

Qualification of Camp Medical Technician: Full-time medical staff led by Medical Director, who is a pediatrician, and Health Center Director, who is a registered nurse with many years of experience in acute pediatric medical care. A physician is onsite at all times. In addition, each summer more than 140 volunteer physicians and nurses come to The Painted Turtle to care for campers, according to their medical specialty

Waterfront Location?  Lakeside
Who Owns the Camp?  Privately Owned
When Was the Camp Founded?  2004

Sleeping Accommodation:  Cabins
# of Kids in Each:  Up to 8
Indoor or Outdoor Bathrooms:  Indoor

Camp Values Statement

When campers set foot into The Painted Turtle, they enter a world where fun and laughter are part of the remedy. Upon their arrival, campers and their families are greeted by The Painted Turtle’s exceptional staff. Volunteers and staff are both experienced working with children and committed to the well-being and care of our campers.

The Painted Turtle programs provide campers with safe, exciting experiences that build self-esteem and confidence while encouraging positive friendships and community.  At Camp, children discover a magical and inclusive environment that fosters personal growth and exploration. Campers can feel comfortable and supported trying new things!

The Painted Turtle is committed to a rich and ever-evolving program that challenges our campers to become their best selves. There is no end to what adventures await campers next!

Medical Conditions Served::

Cerebral Palsy
Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis
Cystic Fibrosis
Hemophilia/Von Willebrand Disease/with inhibitor
Kidney & Liver Disease
Metabolic Conditions
Muscular Dystrophy
Skeletal Dysplasia
Spina Bifida

For a full list of all the medical conditions served click the link below:

Medical Criteria for The Painted Turtle

Qualification of Camp Medical Technician: Full-time medical staff led by Medical Director, who is a pediatrician, and Health Center Director, who is a registered nurse with many years of experience in acute pediatric medical care. A physician is onsite at all times. In addition, each summer more than 140 volunteer physicians and nurses come to The Painted Turtle to care for campers, according to their medical specialty

Waterfront Location?  Lakeside
Who Owns the Camp?  Privately Owned
When Was the Camp Founded?  2004
Sleeping Accommodation:  Cabins
No. of Kids in Each:   Up to 8
Indoor or Outdoor Bathrooms:  Indoor

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