Welcome to Sanborn Western Camps
Creating outdoor experiences of exceptional quality and depth since 1948.
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Our fun, relaxed atmosphere and caring staff provide a supportive environment for individual growth in self-confidence, independence, and awareness of others. Each child’s contributions are valued in a community based on mutual respect and shared adventures. Our campers, parents, staff and alums love Sanborn Western Camps, but don’t take our word for it, read some of our reviews.
Camp Atmosphere
Surrounded by spectacular wilderness areas and stunning peaks, Big Spring Ranch for Boys and High Trails Ranch for Girls lie at an elevation of 8700 feet in the center of Colorado, 35 miles west of Colorado Springs. The camps own more than 6000 acres of open pine forest, wildflower meadows and rocky bluffs, an unparalleled setting for outdoor adventures.
Camp Community
Each year the camp community consists of campers and staff members from over 40 states and 10 countries, providing opportunities to make new friends from many places. Our permanent staff of 30 educators and support personnel work throughout the year to provide depth and consistency of programming as well as outstanding well-maintained facilities.
SANBORN WESTERN CAMPS and COLORADO OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER do not discriminate in their respective employment or admissions policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.