San Bernardino Mountains

A mountain experience only a few hours from metropolitan Los Angeles! Spend less time in the bus and more time in the mountains…

Rising over 7000′ from the surrounding desert communities, the San Bernardino Mountains are an ideal place for students to explore a mixed conifer ecosystem while escaping the late Summer heat. The San Bernardinos are about a 2.5 hour drive from metropolitan Los Angeles, but feel like they’re in another world. Many of these sites have extensive high and low challange courses available, as well as rock climbing and the opportunity to study fire ecology.

Camp Marcil at Round Meadow

Located in a pine-fir forest near Jenks Lake, Round Meadow has spacious grounds, an extensive trail system, and multiple challenge courses. Study the varying surrounding environments while learning wilderness skills.

Camp Whittle

Located near Big Bear Lake in a mixed conifer forest, Camp Whittle has spacious grounds, a challenge course, and an extensive trail system. Explore meadows, rocky slopes, and fresh water streams.

Serrano Campground

Overlooking the shores of Big Bear Lake, Serrano is nestled in the pine forests of the San Bernardino Mountain Range. Explore the scenic hiking trails, panoramic views, and try your hand at kayaking.

Cedar Lake

Explore Cedar Lake's spacious grounds, large lake, & extensive trail system. Try out the challenge courses or spend the day hiking to Castle Rock for rock climbing amongst the flora and fauna of the surrounding forest.

Alpine Meadows

Enjoy snow sports in the winter & a full array of activities during the spring/ fall. This site boasts an archery range, ropes courses, climbing tower, swimming pool, and nearby lake with sand beach, canoeing, and kayaking.