To many, Arbolado is a cherished home away from home, a place of joy, serenity and love. Many campers have made Arbolado part of their lives, becoming staff members and bringing its flame to future generations. A strong, year-round stream runs very close to camp, providing campers with many opportunities to see a wide variety of animal and plant life and to just have fun in the water. Many trailheads into the San Gorgonio Wilderness are close to camp, providing unique opportunities for overnight backpacking in this beautiful High Sierra-like area, including climbing the highest mountain in Southern California. Nearby Jenks lake presents fishing, swimming and canoeing opportunities.
Campers can also swim in the camp swimming pool or take a dip in the stream.
The total number and types of activities offered depend on season, staff availability, overall session themes, and group preferences and arrangements. For Whittier sessions, as many varied activities as possible are offered to maximize camper enjoyment. For lease groups, prior arrangements must be made within sufficient lead time so that qualified Arbolado resident and volunteer staff can be made available. Camp sessions are coed, but each cabin is either all boys or all girls, with the same gender counseling staff in charge. They are with the campers throughout each camp session.