WGL News

  • New Skatepark for 2024

    Published On: March 14, 2024

    Our brand new Walton’s Grizzly Lodge Skatepark will be one of the many activity choices for campers this summer. Last summer Jared, along with two of our staff members and avid skaters, Myles and Jacob, brainstormed potential designs and park features that would be perfect for campers of all ages and skill levels. Jared took those ideas and worked with a company specializing in skatepark design and construction out of San Diego to finalize the plan. Installation took place in the fall and the [...]

  • breakfast at Headwaters Bistro and Deli

    New Restaurant in Portola!

    Published On: May 30, 2023

    As you drive into Portola from camp you will notice a brand new restaurant in town. It is on the left, is painted blue, has views of the Feather River and the food, staff and atmosphere are fantastic. Headwaters Bistro and Deli is owned and operated by longtime Walton's staff members Terry and Gia Grim. Terry and Gia met and got married at camp. Several years ago they moved to Portola and this spring they opened their restaurant. Headwaters is open for breakfast and [...]

  • private lake at Walton's Grizzly Lodge Summer Camp

    Summer 2023 Orientation

    Published On: May 26, 2023

    Link below to presentation for campers and parents about Summer 2023 at Walton's Grizzly Lodge. Summer 2023 Orientation

  • Walton's Grizzly Lodge Counselors

    New Walton’s Videos!

    Published On: September 20, 2022

    We are excited to announce the release two new videos with footage from the summers of 2021 and 2022. See how many familiar faces you can find. You might even find yourself. Thank you to India Davis and Riley Grim for putting these together! Walton's Grizzly Lodge Campers Video Walton's Grizzly Lodge Counselors Video

  • Three children in skateboard gear at summer camp

    Summer 2022 Orientation

    Published On: May 26, 2022

    Link below to presentation for campers and parents about Summer 2022 at Walton's Grizzly Lodge. Summer 2022 Orientation

  • Portola Riverwalk Disc Golf Course

    New Portola Disc Golf Course

    Published On: February 9, 2022

    Portola is now home to the first California disc golf course designed by legendary course designer John Houck. Houck has designed many of the top disc golf courses in the country. The 18 hole Portola Riverwalk Disc Golf Course is now open for play. The course features short and long tees and plays along the beautiful Feather River as it meanders through the Portola Riverwalk. Like our lake at camp, the area was formerly used to harvest ice and then loaded onto nearby railroad [...]

  • 10 year Walton's grizzly lodge campers

    Summer 2021 Camp Photos

    Published On: December 6, 2021

    Say hello to Ten Year Walton's Campers Max Navin and Lane Arris. Sprinkled throughout our website you will find more photos from the Summer of 2021. Who can identify the fellow Ten Year Walton's Camper in the background of this photo?

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    Walton’s Grizzly Lodge Summer 2021 Orientation

    Published On: May 27, 2021

    Curious about Summer 2021 at Walton's Grizzly Lodge. Take a look. We are so excited to get back to camp and get started! WGL Summer 2021 Orientation

  • Happy Holidays from Walton's Grizzly Lodge Summer Camp

    Happy Holidays

    Published On: December 15, 2020

    Although winter is here, our hearts are warm with camp memories and thoughts of summer. Bob and Denise welcomed a new puppy. Bailie is a yellow Lab and is sure to be a regular visitor at camp. Bob jokes that they spent more time preparing for the puppy than they did for the birth of Adam or Jared. Adam and Julie lived at camp most of summer and fall helping to host our Weekends at Walton’s. Ella drove from Maine to California in March [...]

  • Walton's Grizzly Lodge Camp Store Open

    Walton’s Camp Store Now Open!

    Published On: October 30, 2020

    Camp Store Open for the Holidays Are you missing camp as much as we are? Need to replace those well-worn PJ pants? Camp apparel is the perfect holiday gift! The Walton’s Camp Store is now open through November 10th.  Use the link below to order directly from our camp supplier. Don’t miss this opportunity to order your favorite camp apparel just in time for the holidays!