Overnight Adventures: Camp Battleship
Sleep Where Sailors Lived. Lead Like They Did.
Experience one of Southern California’s most unique and memorable overnight youth encampment programs aboard the historic Battleship IOWA.
Camp Battleship is a purpose-driven overnight encampment designed to build leadership, teamwork, and connection through hands-on shipboard living. Youth groups sleep in real sailor bunks, dine on the mess decks, and explore naval history through guided tours and engaging evening activities.
What to Expect
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🧭 Late afternoon muster and orientation with your ship guide
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🍽️ Dinner on the authentic mess decks
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⚓ Ship tour and evening programming
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🌆 Harbor views of the working Port of Los Angeles
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🛏️ Sleep in the actual berthing racks used by sailors
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🎥 Optional entertainment or educational sessions
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🚢 Feel the subtle movement of the ship with the tides
Popular with scouts, JROTC, YMCA, Church, Home School, and traveling groups & campers, this encampment is a one-of-a-kind experience that fosters purpose, pride, and camaraderie.
Accommodates up to 180 participants per night.
🔗 Download the Camp Battleship Guidebook
📞 Questions or ready to reserve? Request a Reservation below, call 877-446-9261 x706, or email overnights@labattleship.com
What is the maximum capacity per camping experience?
We have berthing to accomodate up to 180-people safely and comfortably.
How much is the deposit?
A deposit of $270 is needed 3 weeks after booking to secure your reservation.
Are meals provided?
We provide a catered dinner on the evening of arrival and a catered breakfast the following morning of your experience. Meals will be individually packed to adhere to the latest safety guidelines.
Is parking both short-term and long-term parking available?
Yes. We share the parking lot with the Los Angeles World Cruise Terminal and parking is available adjacent to the Battleship USS Iowa. Parking is available for an hourly and daily cost. More information can be found at https://pacificbattleship.com/battleshipussiowa/museum_visit/hours-directions/.
Are you in walking distance to the San Pedro Downtown Harbor?
Yes. We are a short walk to the San Pedro Downtown Harbor, making the Battleship USS IOWA the perfect location to stay before your departure to the Catalina camps.
What is the duration of the program?
A full refund will be issued for the following: The Pacific Battleship Center cancels in the event that the minimum number of participants (25) is not met or inclement weather causes hazardous conditions. No refunds will be issued if a group chooses to cancel their booked visit.
The Pacific Battleship Center cannot be held responsible for any inconveniences or consequences that may arise from the cancellation of a group’s visit in the event of an emergency as determined by the Pacific Battleship Center, government officials, or any other entity authorized to advise on emergency situations, including, but not limited to, any situation that could affect the safety of any guest on Pacific Battleship Center property or any other circumstances beyond the control of Pacific Battleship Center that would limit access to or use of the facility.
