Loch Leven Camp and Conference Center, shown above, has been the home of all PSWR camps since 1957.
The Christian Church Pacific Southwest Region sponsors various youth camps throughout the year at its own camp and conference center, Loch Leven, located in the Mountain Home Village area of the lower San Bernardino mountains. In the summer, week-long residential camp sessions are offered at Loch Leven for ages 3 through 18 (recent high school graduates).
Summer camps are organized by the Camp Ministry Committee of the Disciples of Christ Pacific Southwest Region and implemented entirely by dedicated volunteers made up of former campers, pastors, parents and young adults from around the Region. This program invites campers to explore, learn, and have adventures on Loch Leven's sunny 160 acres filled with streams, meadows, gardens, hiking trails, and wildlife. In October 2018, the Camp Ministry Committee agreed on a set of new CORE VALUES for its ministry and service. (AB506 Resources and Information is also available by clicking here.)
Winter Camp takes place over the Presidents’ weekend in February for Chi Rho/middle school (grades 6-8) and CYF/high school (grades 9-12).
Camp can be a vital experience in the spiritual and social development of young people. You can help our youth attend by giving money toward "camperships" (camp scholarships) online. As always, your generous contributions to the PSWR camp program are tax deductible.
Our 2025 Summer Camp program will explore Disciples faith practices and equip young people with tools to strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ, all while having fun and meeting new friends at Loch Leven’s beautiful camp. Get ready for a summer camp filled with engaging music, exciting activities, meaningful worship, outdoor adventures, and memories that will last a lifetime! With this year’s theme “Another Way” - campers will learn how God invites us to reimagine ourselves and how we interact with the world.
JUBILIEE CAMP | JUNE 22-27 (Wee Camp, Mini Camp and Junior Camp):
JUNE 22-25 | WEE CAMP (Ages 3-Kindergarten/entering in the fall; the child attends with parent/guardian) Deadline to register is June 8th at midnight.
JUNE 22-25 | MINI CAMP (Campers entering grades 1-3 in the fall) Deadline to register is June 8th at midnight.
JUNE 22-27 | JUNIOR CAMP (Campers entering grades 4-5 in the fall) Deadline to register is June 8th at midnight.
Note: Jubilee Camp will combine Wee Camp, Mini Camp and Junior Camp for some programming and to share meals. Campers will be separated for cabin accommodations and programming specific to their age group.
JUNE 29-JULY 4 | CHI RHO CAMP (Campers entering grades 6-8 in the fall) Deadline to register is June 15th at midnight.
JULY 6-11 | CYF CAMP (Campers entering grades 9-12 in the fall, and recent 2025 high school graduates) Deadline to register is June 22nd at midnight.
CHECK IN will begin at 4 pm the first day of camp, with CHECK OUT at 11 am on the final day.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! REGISTER by May 15 at midnight and receive an additional $100 off a 6-day camp or $50 off a 4-day camp.
COST: Starting May 16th, our 6-day summer camp sessions are being offered at a discounted price of $500* per camper. Our 4-day Mini Camp session is being offered at a discounted price of $300* per camper. Our 4-day Wee Camp session is being offered at a discounted price of $300* per camper/parent combined. Scholarships are available–please check with your youth leader or church pastor for more information.
*The actual cost of running a 6-day camp at Loch Leven is $600 per camper, and it is $400 for Mini and Wee camps. We are offering these camps at a discount for those who attend this summer. Payment plan options are available.
QUESTIONS? Please contact the PSWR Office at 626-296-0385 or reception@docpswr.org with any questions about payments, scholarships, general camp questions, or trouble with the online registration system.
PHYSICAL ADDRESS FOR DROP-OFF/PICK-UP AND SHIPPING UPS/FEDEX is 8171 Mountain Home Creek Road, Mentone, CA 92359
SEND MAIL (USPS) TO YOUR CAMPER at 36910 Mill Creek Road, Mentone, CA 92359
FOR A LIST OF WHAT TO PACK, VISIT www.lochleven.org/what-to-pack
CONTACT INFORMATION up at Loch Leven (in case of emergency) will be sent to you by your camp directors prior to the start of your camp session.
HEALTH AND SAFETY ACTION PLAN
Guidelines for the health and safety of all campers, counselors and directors have been put in place for the camps. Download here.
We are seeking counselors to lead Winter and Summer Camps. If you are interested, please fill out the forms below, or reach out to pswrcampministry@gmail.com. Counselor Training dates are May 16-17, 2025.
Click here for the PSWR Counselor Interest Form (ages 18+)
Click here for the CIT Interest Form (current 11th & 12th graders)
Slideshows from past Camps
Take a look at our campers’ experience during their week at Loch Leven in years past. Summer camp is full of fun adventures and stories, bringing kids closer to God, and bonding in a wonderful and natural location.
SUMMER CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS
We have dreamed of achieving a level of sustainability in camp ministry that would allow all campers to attend camp at a very low cost. The PSWR and so many individuals have been tremendously generous in helping move us closer to achieving this dream. However, as expected, the operational costs of camp continue to rise each year. Likewise, the need for scholarship monies also increases as more folks attend camp.
To move us closer to our goal to provide support for all campers who need help, Loch Leven has absorbed the cost of much of our summer camp operations, spreading the financial assistance to all who attend summer camp. This year, instead of inviting folks to fill out a scholarship application, Loch Leven is inviting each registrant to pay the amount that best meets your financial situation. This means no additional paperwork is needed to receive a scholarship. Simply register for camp and select the payment option that best suits your family.
We hope that simplifying the scholarship process will help us all engage mindful stewardship, working together to honor those who truly cannot afford camp. We ask that as you select your payment options during registration that you will give prayerful consideration to the impact you can make in the lives of other young campers.
Without a doubt, Summer Camp is one of the most valuable ministries we all provide young people in our region. We are proud to be able to partner with you in securing the future of camp ministry through your contributions, whatever the amount may be.
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” – 1 Peter 4:10
To donate to our camp scholarships fund, click here and indicate “Camp Scholarships” in the comment section.
