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Renting Camp Nawakwa

Camp Nawakwa


Camp Nawakwa is located in the beautiful Barton Flats Area of the San Bernardino Mountains. The private 14-acre site is in the middle of the National Forest, therefore, it offers much more than just what is contained within its boundaries. Nawakwa sits at an elevation of 6850’ at the northern foot of the San Gorgonio Wilderness. Being accredited by the American Camping Association assures Camp Nawakwa attendees that they will receive the highest standards and outstanding service.

Majestic Ponderosa, Jeffrey Pine and Black Oak trees shade the camp and the surrounding hiking trails. Nawakwa is ideal for large groups. There are many buildings that can serve as sleeping cabins; the main lodge/dining hall can be used as a roomy in-door meeting area; and there are many quiet outdoor spots to work in or to just enjoy.

Angelus Oaks is the nearest town. It has a restaurant, post office, medical and fire squads.

We invite you to come see our facilities so that you may book your next group retreat with us.
For more information or reservations call: (909) 466-5878 ext. 224 or email us at info@campfiretoday.org

Reservations and Rates
Reservations accepted 8 - 12 months in advance.

Camp Nawakwa Rental Rate:
$25 per person, per night (with a seasonal group minimum)

Equipment Rental:

$25 a day for Archery Equipment (bows, arrows, arm guards and finger tabs)
$50 a day for Climbing Wall Equipment (ropes, harnesses, carabineers and helmets)

Group Minimum:

• Fall/Winter/Spring Seasons (Starts after Labor Day Weekend) : 50 people
• Summer Season (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend) : 80 people

Food & Lodging Packages:
CHECK OUT OUR DISCOUNTED RATES

Daily Rate  3 meals, 1 night	Weekend Rate 5 meals, 2 nights
$47.20	$86.00

• Daily: This includes 1 night of accommodation, 3 meals, and general use of the facility and clean up of kitchen and dining hall.
  
• Weekend: This includes 2 nights of accommodation with 5 meals: Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast or Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch. Also included is general use of the facility and clean up of kitchen and dining hall.
  
• Additional meals are available for $9.00 per meal per person.

To view or download a Camp Nawakwa menu selection, please CLICK HERE (PDF).

Reservation Requirements:

• An advance reservation fee is due when Rental Agreement is signed, with balance of rental fee payable prior to commencement of rental term.
• A refundable security deposit ($300 for groups staying 2 nights or less, $500 for groups staying 3 nights or more)
• Groups must do their own cooking and cleanup. Cook (s) must have a San Bernardino County Food Handlers Permit
• Proof of insurance naming Camp Fire USA Mt. San Antonio Council, as Additional Insured
• For more information on dates and availability, contact Camp Fire USA at 909-466-5878 ext. 224 or email info@campfiretoday.org

 

The Facilities:

Main Lodge and Kitchen

• Tables for 160 diners
• Huge fireplace; lots of windows
• Commercial kitchen with 4 ovens, stove, grill, walk-in refrigerator & freezer, large mixer, commercial dishwasher, utensils and dishes

Infirmary

• Four separate rooms with shower/bathrooms
• Lockable Medicine Cabinets
• Small Refrigerator
• Rental groups are required to have a nurse or first aid professional on site

Sleeping Cabins

• Cabins are completely winterized with heaters and electricity
• Restroom facilities each have several sinks, showers and flush toilets; all have hot water and are heated
• All cabins have bunks or cots with mattresses; rental groups must provide their own linens, pillows and blankets
• 225 beds – Summer
• 190 beds – Fall/Winter/Spring
• Cabins sleep 2 -20 people
• Cabins sleep 3 - 16 people per cabin (cabin size varies)

Outdoor Amphitheater

• Large fire ring/amphitheater type fire area with bench seating for 200
• 17' x 14' stage area
• Electrical lights for evening use
• 220 volt electrical outlet by stage
• Fire ring is not available during all season, and subject to Forestry Department restrictions

Archery Range

• Six targets and ground quivers
• Bows, arrows, arm guards, and finger tabs available for rental
• Available all year

Swimming Pool

• 60’ long, fenced and heated
• Diving board and sun deck
• Nearby showers/dressing rooms
• Pool is available June - August
• Rental groups are required to have certified lifeguard present during all pool activities

Climbing Wall 

• 30 foot climbing wall with 2 belay posts
• Ropes, harnesses, carabineers, and helmets are available for rental
• Must have a qualified instructor with current certification
• Available all year

Jenks Lake

• ¾ mile hike from Nawakwa
•  Canoes are available for use June - August
• Fishing from shoreline (fishing license required)
• Restrooms, picnic areas, BBQ’s (must reserve)
• Rental groups are required to have certified lifeguard present during all swimming and boating activities

To view a detailed summary of sleeping accommodations and a map of camp, please CLICK HERE (PDF).

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil rights, Room 326-W, Whitten building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Camp Nawakwa Rental FAQ

•    What are the rates?  Current camp rates are $25 per person per night, all year round. The rate per person per night is based on a   24 hour stay.  There will be a $100.00 per hour charge for any use of the camp as overtime in accordance with the arrival and departure time of the campers. 

•    What are the summer and winter months? Winter months are considered (after Labor Day weekend through before Memorial Day weekend).  Summer months are considered (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend).

•    Is there a minimum amount of people required?  The minimum persons per night is 50 persons (after Labor Day through before Memorial Day weekend), and 80 persons per night (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend).

•    What’s the capacity? During the winter season (after Labor Day, before Memorial Day weekend) only the upper camp is available (185 person capacity-subject to change).  During the summer season (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend) both upper and lower camp are available (210 person capacity-subject to change).

•    Is there a deposit? There is a $300 security deposit for weekend groups and $500 security deposit for more than weekend stay, which is also required up front to reserve the camp.  The security deposit is refundable if no damage is done to the camp.  If there is no damage done, and there is a balance due, the security deposit can be applied to the outstanding balance. 

•    Is there a contract? Once the security deposit is received a contract will be sent out.  The contract and the advance reservation fee (first night) are required within 30 days.  The balance is required to be paid 2 weeks prior to the commencement date of the lease.

•    Is there a charge for day guest? For day guests not spending the night, there is a charge of $12.50 per person.

•    How far in advance should I make a reservation?  Reservations should be made 8-12 months in advance.

•    What do I need to use the pool, archery, and climbing wall?  We require appropriate certification for use of pool, climbing wall, or archery (certified lifeguard, instructors, etc).  There is a fee of $25 for use of archery and a fee of $50 for climbing wall (both per day).

•    Is there a cook on site?  Groups provide their own cook.  For groups staying more than a weekend we require a food handler’s permit.

•    Is there a fire ring? Large fire ring/amphitheater type fire area with bench seating for 200. There is a 17’ x 14’ stage area with 220 volt electrical outlet by the stage with lights for evening use. Fire ring is not available during all seasons, and subject to Forestry Department restrictions.

•    Will there be other groups there during our stay?  Groups leasing camp are the only tenants on site.  We do not lease the camp out in sections.

•    Do you provide staff during our stay? There is a camp manager on site.
 
•    Is there a pool?  Heated pool is available during summer season only.

•    Do we need to clean the cabins before we leave?  Groups must clean up after themselves before leaving the camp (dining hall, grounds, kitchen, bathrooms, cabins, must be left clean and garbage must be emptied into the dumpsters).  There is a rental group responsibility list available.

•    Will we need snow chains during the winter months? Snow chains may be required during the winter months.

•    Is there a lake? Jenks Lake is ¾ mile from Nawakwa.  There is a schedule that will be provided to groups.  There are several canoes at the lake during summer months for use by Nawakwa campers.  Restrooms, picnic areas, BBQ’s are available (must reserve, all of the information will be given when contract is sent out).  Rental groups required to have certified lifeguard present during all swimming and boating activities.

•    Are there heaters in the cabins? Cabins are heated and completely winterized.