Camping

Summer Camps

The Pacific Crest Council offers three amazing summer camp experiences each year.

Scouts BSA Summer Camp

Camp Baker

Our flagship camp located on a peninsula on Siltcoos Lake just outside the coastal town of Florence, Oregon. Experience sandboarding on the Oregon Dunes, canoe outbounds on Siltcoos Lake, or take advantage of the great facilities in camp.
Scouts BSA Summer Camp

Camp Melakwa

Located at the crest of the Cascades offering a “mountain top” experience. Summit the Middle Sister, climb and rappel on natural rock, hike to a nearby lake, or take part in a variety of aquatic activities in our crystal-clear lake.
Cub Scout Summer Camp

Camp McLoughlin

Camp McLoughlin is located in  on the edge of Lake of the Woods. This Cub Scout Resident camp hosts a high-quality outdoor experience for our Scouts that includes a waterfront, shooting ranges, Scoutcraft and more.

2026 Camp Dates

2026

  • Week 1: June 28 – July 4
  • Week 2: July 5 – July 11
  • Week 3: July 12 – 18

2026

  • Week 1: July 26 – August 1

2026

  • Cub Scout Summer Camp Session 1: July 8 – July 11
  • Cub Scout Summer Camp Session 2: July 12 – July 15
  • Cub Scout Summer Camp Session 3: July 15 – July 18
  • Webelos / Arrow of Light Summer Camp: July 20 – July 24

Camp Properties

The Pacific Crest Council has ten camp properties located throughout the council, each with their own unique features and amenities. Council properties are available for use by Scouting units, charter partners, and non-Scouting outside user groups.

Camp Baker

Our flagship camp located on a private peninsula on Siltcoos Lake near Florence features several Adirondack campsites, a dining hall, chapel, and shelters, and many other facilities.

Camp Chinook

Camp Chinook is located on the Millicoma River near Coos Bay.

Camp Kitson

Located near Hills Creek Reservoir outside Oakridge, Camp Kitson is a 160-acre camp ideal for weekend camping.

Camp Makualla

On the shore of Crescent Lake this camp sets close to many high adventure opportunities in the mountains of Central Oregon

Available accommodations include camp sites, A-frames, a dining hall, and more!

Camp McLoughlin

Nestled at the base of Mount McLoughlin, this camp is a little slice of heaven down in Southern Oregon. Right on the shore of Lake of the Woods, this camp has prime access for swimming and relaxation with an incredible view.

Available accomodations include camp sites, A-frames, a dining hall, and more!

Camp Melakwa

Located at the crest of the Cascade Mountains near McKenzie Bridge, Camp Melakwa offers a “mountain top” experience.

Camp Mooney

Camp Mooney is a 580-acre camp located west of Winston on Suicide Creek featuring mixed timber, rolling hills, and beautiful meadows and offers a variety of amenities.

Camp Murnane

Camp Murnane is located west of Eugene and is a popular location for weekend camping and skill development.

Weyerhaeuser Woods

Weyerhaeuser Woods is a primitive campsite located east of Jasper on Little Fall Creek in partnership with Weyerhaeuser and features open and wooded camping areas and river access.

Camp Staff

The Pacific Crest Council is hiring for our three resident camps.

Camperships

Camperships are available for youth and adult members of the Pacific Crest Council to assist in attending summer camp, day camp, and other camping opportunities. 

Applications should be submitted by May 15th for all summer camps, no later than 120 days prior to all high adventure camps, and 30 days prior to a district/council event.

2025 Council Dinner / Auction
& Online Silent Auction

The  Pacific Crest Council Dinner/Auction is this week!!

This important fundraiser for the council is scheduled for Friday, September 19, 2025 at the Eugene Country Club. You will not want to miss participating either at the live dinner/auction or in the on-line silent auction  to raise funds that support the Scouting America programs the council offers to youth in 8 counties.

The Silent Auction is open NOW for bidding through September 22nd!