Autism Summer Camps in Tacoma, Washington

Summer is long, routines vanish, and typical day camps can be a poor fit for autistic kids. The Tacoma area's options range from a fully accessible overnight camp on the Key Peninsula to social-skills day programs — plus county recreation programs most families don't know exist.

See Autism Summer Camps in all cities→

Aspiring Youth

Day camps & social groups

Runs summer camps, social-skills groups, and tech camps across Puget Sound for youth with autism, ADHD, and similar profiles.

Visit site

UW Autism Center — APEX Summer Camp

Structured summer program

The University of Washington's summer-treatment-model camp for autistic children, within driving distance of Tacoma.

Visit site

South Sound Autism Partnership — camp list

Resource list

Maintains a South Sound-specific list of summer camps and resources for autism families.

Visit site

The Arc of Washington — camp resources

Resource list

Statewide, annually updated list of camps for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Camp Stand By Me on the Key Peninsula.

Visit site

Pierce County — autism resources & specialized recreation

County recreation

Pierce County's hub for autism resources, including Parks & Recreation specialized recreation programs for residents of all ages and abilities.

Visit site

Free summer guide

Get our free summer guide

Sensory-smart, low-pressure, and actually fun. Free PDF, delivered instantly, plus one short practical email each week.

10 Amazing Activities to Do With an Autistic Child This Summer — free PDF, delivered instantly.

No spam. Unsubscribe any time.

Free summer guide

Get our free summer guide

Sensory-smart, low-pressure, and actually fun. Free PDF, delivered instantly, plus one short practical email each week.

10 Amazing Activities to Do With an Autistic Child This Summer — free PDF, delivered instantly.

No spam. Unsubscribe any time.