girl scout night camps
Find adventure and new friends at the Phoenix Zoo
Fall registration coming soon!
Enjoy badgework activities and games alongside other troops! Girl Scout camps have prepared curriculum for a specific scout level, plus pre-set dates and sleeping locations.
All Night Camps include:Â
Pizza dinner |  Evening snack |  Souvenir water bottle |  Guided trail hikes | Badgework activities/games |  Up-close animal encounters | Â
For overnight camps: Continental breakfast and admission to the Zoo the next day Â
 Requirements:Â
- A minimum of one adult chaperone (at least 18 years of age) for each 10 children that attend.Â
- Full payment is due at the time of registration.Â
To help ensure as many girl scouts as possible can participate in the program, we kindly ask that groups limit the number of chaperones. This allows us to maximize space and create the best experience for all the Troops. Thank you for your understanding and support!
Sleeping Area: Desert Tents
- Permanent concrete-floored canvas tents with ceiling fansÂ
- Sleeps up to 60 campers in four separate tentsÂ
- The space will be shared with other troopsÂ
- Includes centralized outdoor fire pit (weather permitting)Â
Sleeping Area: Desert Tents
- Permanent concrete-floored canvas tents with ceiling fansÂ
- Sleeps up to 60 campers in four separate tentsÂ
- The space will be shared with other troopsÂ
- Includes centralized outdoor fire pit (weather permitting)Â
Sleeping Area: Neely Events and Education Center
- Climate-controlled classroom Â
- Sleeps up to 90 campers in partitioned sections Â
- Exclusive view of the sand cats exhibitÂ
- Large indoor restroom on siteÂ
REGISTRATION OPENING SOON!
themes
Daisies
2026 Date: 10/2/26
Theme: Outdoor Art
Time: 6:15 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Neely Center
Enjoy an evening at the zoo with the Outdoor Art Maker badge activities. Camp ends around 9:15 p.m., making it perfect for younger campers who prefer to sleep in their own beds.Â
Multi-level
For Girl Scouts 7+ years old
2026 Dates:Â
10/3 – 10/4/26 | Theme: Explorers | Sleeping Area: Neely Center
10/17 – 10/18/26 | Theme: Outdoor Art | Sleeping Area: Desert Tents
10/23 – 10/24/26 | Theme: Outdoor Art | Sleeping Area: Neely Center
Time: 6:15 p.m. – 9 a.m. the next morning
Outdoor Art: Come experience the sights and sounds of the zoo at night. Inspired by the Outdoor Art badge, all Girl Scout levels will create art inspired by nature.Â
Explorers: This Explorers theme focuses on what it takes to be an explorer. Troops will experience basic navigation and orienteering techniques while demonstrating teamwork.Â
Other
Have a large troop and want to book your own private camp? Create your own Custom Night Camp, select your own date, sleeping location and more!
Questions?
Email camps@phoenixzoo.org
Custom Night CampÂ
Interested in a private camp tailored to fit your troop’s needs and on the date of your choosing? Â
Check out our Custom Night Camp option!Â
Plan your visit today!
The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.
Plan your visit today!
The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.
