CampOUT

CampOUT is a FREE 3-day overnight camp for LGBTQ+ and allied youth (ages 14–18) from Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties who are looking for a welcoming, inclusive, affirming summer glamping experience in Carmel Valley!

Rainbow Connections Partners Presents CampOUT!

This year, CampOUT is made possible by the MCBH’s Rainbow Connections Partners, including The Diversity Center, The Epicenter, Harmony at Home, and Partners for Peace.

Register for CampOUT 2026 Today!

Date: Monday, June 15 - Wednesday, June 17
Location: The Camp at Carmel Valley
Ages: High School students in Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties
RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/RCCampOut2026

About CampOUT

  • Rainbow Connections CampOUT is a FREE 3-day overnight camp for LGBTQ+ and allied youth (ages 14–18) from Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties who are looking for a welcoming, inclusive, affirming summer glamping experience in Carmel Valley! Reconnect to nature while building community by the camp fire. Enjoy the pool, delicious shared meals, make art, and help bring our talent show to life.  Stargaze and make a wish! Be your truest self in a supportive space with peers and camp counselors who celebrate who you are. 

    Date: Monday, June 15 - Wednesday, June 17
    Location: The Camp at Carmel Valley
    Ages: High School students in Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties
    RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/RCCampOut2026

  • Campers will stay in individual and cozy “mini” cabins. Each mini cabin has its own bed. Bathrooms are located close to the cabins.

  • Camp counselors will lead a variety of camp activities, including nature walks, group games and community-building activities. Evenings will include campfire conversations, s’mores, and time to relax. 


    All meals, snacks, and beverages are provided, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Please complete the camper registration form TODAY to begin the process of joining us for Rainbow Connections Camp Out.