OUR CAMPSITE

We are located in Big Bear Lake, California. Our campsite sits on the Bluff Lake reserve, located about 3 miles south of Big Bear Lake.

Scroll over the map to learn more about camp and see more pictures below!

Camp Entrance Arch

Behold the beauty...

Brecha - Swimming Pool

Our recently renovated pool is refreshing all summer and has a great deck all around for those of us who'd rather play chess, cards, pokemon or read.

Chadar Ochel - Dining Hall

On special theme days we decorate the Chadar Ochel and create a fantasy world.

Archery

Each kvutzah (age group) takes turns going to the archery range and working on their skills!

Bluff Lake

Bluff Lake is the perfect setting for shabbat, a hike or wildlife exploring.

Chadar Ochel - Dining Hall

We dance, play volleyball, play frisbee golf and meet at this focal point of camp.

Tzrifim - Cabins

Our cabins are our summer homes! These cabins for our youngest campers are close to the staff offices and the infirmary.

Meleched Yad - Art Studio

The art studio is a place for us to express ourselves, decorate camp and learn new art skills.

Upper Shetach - Oldest Camper Area

There are lots of spots to chill out during free time. Plus, we're right next to gaga!

Mitbach - Kitchen

We all take turns helping to cook and clean up after our meals.

Tetherball

Whether we are playing gaga, tetherball, frisbee golf, basketball, or archery there's always something fun to do.

Camp Art

Murals that we've painted decorate our buildings.

We love to hang together by our cabins

Chadar Ochel - Dining Hall

This expansive space is where we gather for camp-wide activities and meals.

40 Acres of Hiking Trails

We don't even need to leave our land to find adventure!

Hiking Trails

Unbelievable views!

Bluff Lake in August

The view from where we gather on Friday evenings to start Shabbat.

Our Alper Peace Pole

Named in honor of our donor Laurie Alper (z'll), we find ourselves reminded to be kind to each other

Benny

Benny's watching over us 24/7 and is there for a quiet hug when we need it.

Boulders Galore!

There's nothing better than a sunny rock in the late afternoon as a reading spot or conversation corner.

Pool Shed

Everywhere we look there's an opportunity to be creative and inspired!

Brecha - Pool

Zman brecha (pool time) is a great part of the day to cool off, chill poolside and write a letter, or play some cards with friends.

Boulders Abound

With so many boulders to climb, we never get bored!

Camp Entrance

And we're off! We have miles and miles of hiking trails right through our gates...

Brecha - Pool

Kerpow!

Briut

You know what our favorite avodah (work) is? Believe it or not... BATHROOMS! Oh how they shine once we're done with them!

Ampitheater

Great space to share our talents

Trees Around Camp

Seeing the kids through the trees

Lake Trail

The beauty never stops!

Landmark Stagecoach Stop

Gilboa was always the place to be - all the way back to the gold mining days...

Water Tower

Nothing's off limits to our creativity!

Chadar Ohel - Dining Hall

Our big beautiful space to gather, play and eat!

The Gilboa Boulder

Gilboa is our rock!

Basketball - "The Slab"

Our brand new basketball court is the spot to be during free time!

Gan - Garden

We love planting in the garden and even use some of what we grow in our meals!

Medurah (campfire)

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