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Bixby Bridge, Big Sur, California

California hosts a multitude of natural wonders: the towering and ancient Redwoods, the granite spires of Yosemite, the crystalline waters of Lake Tahoe, the ever-changing and ever-wondrous Pacific coast shore, and the rugged splendor of the Mojave Desert. The opportunities for wild exploration are limited only by your imagination.

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Muir Trail Ranch

Ranch

California

Natural Hot Springs, gorgeous views and fantastic experiences! Be a part of our historic Ranch and Boat House this summer taking care of a variety of of guests and outdoor enthusiasts.

Tour Guide/Driver

Incredible Adventures

San Francisco, California

Are you a fun, outgoing adventurer who wants to share your love of the outdoors with others?

Seasonal
Job Starts: May 12, 2025
Vermilion Valley Resort

Resort

California

Be a part of this High Sierra back country base camp and lodge that supports the JMT/PCT hikers and their trail adventures!

Cook

Montecito Lake Resort

Giant Sequoia National Monument, California

You will never work in a more beautiful area with a better team! Housing and meals provided!

Year-round
Job Starts: May 15, 2025

Hospitality Staff

Bishop Creek Lodge

Bishop, California

Come join our team while enjoying the beauty of the Eastern Sierra and all it has to offer!

Seasonal
Job Starts: May 22, 2025
Huttopia Wine Country

Campground

California

“Up here, you can see further, breathe deeper, and take your time as you explore the views and vines of Lake County.”
Camp Bob Waldorf

Camp

California

Experience the Magic of Camp Bob Waldorf: A Thriving Community of Adventure, Growth, and Connection

Cook

Aramark - Yosemite Hospitality

Yosemite National Park, California

Work where adventure lives! Join the team at Yosemite National Park!

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 29, 2025
Blackbird Farm

Farm and Garden

California

Camp Blackbird is a fun, outdoor education non-profit program dedicated to helping students practice confidence, teamwork, and connectedness.

Camp Counselor

Camp Ocean Pines

Cambria, California

We accept people for who they are and help them grow into who they want to be (by the ocean!)

Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 05, 2025

Team Leader

Camp Stevens

Julian, California

Summer Camp & Farm, free food/housing, paid trainings, grants for LGBTQ+/BIPOC/low-income staff

Seasonal
Job Starts: Jun 09, 2025

Work/Study Volunteer

Nyingma Institute

Berkeley, California

Live, work, and practice in this residential program at a Buddhist Center in Full-Time Work-Study!

Year-round
Job Starts: May 01, 2025

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Panamint Springs Resort

Death Valley, California

Live and Work in Beautiful Panamint Valley at Unique Privately Owned Business Inside Death Valley NP

Seasonal
Job Starts: Apr 29, 2025

Wrangler

Mountain Meadow Ranch

Susanville, California

Ready for an adventure? Become a Wrangler at summer camp and lead campers on horseback rides!

Seasonal
Job Starts: May 25, 2025

Tour Guide

Bindlestiff Tours

Bryce Canyon National Park , California, Glacier National Park, Montana, Las Vegas, Nevada, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, Yosemite National Park, California, and more!

Spend Summer 2025 as an Adventure Tour Guide through the USA's lower 48!

Seasonal
Job Starts: May 10, 2025

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