Nestled in the beautiful mountains near Big Bear, Wasewagan is surrounded by towering trees, alongside the melodic sounds of the Santa Ana River, a breathtaking historical landmark. Owned & operated by the former executive director & staff of LAZY "J" RANCH CAMP. Enjoy our beautiful forest grounds, which offers peace & tranquility for any group retreat or traditional sleepaway summer camp adventure.
Our main Recreation Hall has a beautiful fireplace, table games and amazing atmosphere. You're welcome to use our Seton Lodge also proudly known as Delevie Lodge, est. 2021; it's very cozy with couches and an additional fireplace. We have 13 separate cabins with bunk beds that accommodate 2-22 guests.
Our main Recreation Hall has a beautiful fireplace, table games and amazing atmosphere. You're welcome to use our Seton Lodge also proudly known as Delevie Lodge, est. 2021; it's very cozy with couches and an additional fireplace. We have 13 separate cabins with bunk beds that accommodate 2-22 guests.
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Wasewagan was originally established in the 1930's, while its very historical buildings and lodge were built in 1933. In addition to these buildings, Wasewagan has a modern commercial kitchen facility, dining & recreation hall, heated pool, bathrooms, and cabins.
Our Traditional Camp has been a historical feature of Southern California for decades and the emphasis on childhood fun, appreciation for nature and yearning for adventure can still be found.He is the Owner of Wasewagan est. 1933, and Former Executive Director of Lazy "J" Ranch Camp in Malibu. Crazzy Craig and Bonnie are both graduates of California State University, Northridge.
Our Traditional Camp has been a historical feature of Southern California for decades and the emphasis on childhood fun, appreciation for nature and yearning for adventure can still be found.He is the Owner of Wasewagan est. 1933, and Former Executive Director of Lazy "J" Ranch Camp in Malibu. Crazzy Craig and Bonnie are both graduates of California State University, Northridge.
Download and print our Summer Application Forms located below. To reserve your youngster's spot, please return the forms completely filled out along with a minimum deposit of $500. The forms can be returned to us either by email, snail mail or fax & deposits can be paid using either a check, cashier's check, or money order.
Congratulations on your engagement, we're so happy for you! Come celebrate with family and friends for a truly memorable weekend. Let us help you plan your Dream Wedding in the woods! As a family-owned business, we know how personal weddings should be. Our staff looks forward to assisting you and making sure you have a very enjoyable and unforgettable experience on your special day!
Enjoy our beautiful forest grounds, which offer peace & tranquility for any retreat. Our main Recreation Hall has a beautiful fireplace, table games and amazing atmosphere. You're welcome to use our Seton Lodge; it's very cozy with couches and an additional fireplace. We have 13 separate cabins with bunk beds that accommodate 2-22 guest.
Let us do all the work. Come for an exciting, fun filled weekend that includes activities, meals (buffet style & all you can eat), and lodging in heated cabins with bunkbeds. You will receive a schedule upon arrival of the activities you will be doing, and times. Our pool opens around the first weekend in May, depending on weather.
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Kimberly L.
Nov 25, 2021
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Service was great but food was not good. Also, after my daughters wedding I had left a purse that meant a lot to me ( it was my moms purse and since she passed away it was very dear to me). I called crazzy and he acted like he would send it back. I told him after I receive it I would send him 20.00 for the efforts to mail it back to me. I never received it. I contacted him 3 or 4 times and no response. He just simply ignored me. I guess he just wanted our money dollar (which was a very large amount) I'm very disappointed and sad.
Emily
Sep 29, 2021
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It was fun but when I asked for some sort of medicine for my migraines (which I had talked to the nurse and crazy) my counselor made me sit threw a loud movie before giving it to me I didn't let that stop my fun as I was singing along but I was in pain and when I wanted to give a call to my mom because I was home sick I was denied,when me and my mother were reassured when we came in for a tour and giving the payment that I would be able to call her
Teo
Aug 29, 2021
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We would never send our child back to this place, waste of money. He learned a lot of very inappropriate things from his cabin mates and when he told the counselors they did nothing about it. There were kids torturing and killing lizards for fun and the counselors turned a blind eye. Be very careful what your child is exposed to!
Delilah L.
Jul 22, 2021
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When I was browsing for camp, there were not too many for 6 years old, and Camp Wasewagan welcomed kids from 6 years old.
First time I let three of my kids in stayaway camp. Options are available for one week, two or even eight weeks. My kids, who are 6,8,9, loved it. They got to bike ride in nature while observing bugs and insects, lizard hunting, fencing, climbing, archery, ziplining, watersliding and horseback riding. Pretty much everything that they won't be able to do with me. O.O
I was surprised that my 6 yrs old loved it and none of my kids were excited of me picking them up. Lol
First time I let three of my kids in stayaway camp. Options are available for one week, two or even eight weeks. My kids, who are 6,8,9, loved it. They got to bike ride in nature while observing bugs and insects, lizard hunting, fencing, climbing, archery, ziplining, watersliding and horseback riding. Pretty much everything that they won't be able to do with me. O.O
I was surprised that my 6 yrs old loved it and none of my kids were excited of me picking them up. Lol
Nathan P.
Jan 22, 2021
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As a professional photographer and videographer in the wedding industry, it's rare that to find a rare gold mine of a wedding venue. If you live in Southern California, it's hard to find a location that is truly a malleable venue space.
With the right team of cinematographers and photographers, you can have some of the most amazing coverage in this Angelus Oaks, CA
Check out examples of some of the work I've done there with Prince Weddings!https://www.princeweddings.net/blog/2020/9/1/wasewagan-summer-camp-photo
*The above review is not a promotion of any business and is based
With the right team of cinematographers and photographers, you can have some of the most amazing coverage in this Angelus Oaks, CA
Check out examples of some of the work I've done there with Prince Weddings!https://www.princeweddings.net/blog/2020/9/1/wasewagan-summer-camp-photo
*The above review is not a promotion of any business and is based
Wendy Hamilton
Jan 18, 2021
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Jesse Daner
Jan 09, 2021
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I had a pretty sad experience with this Camp. I was trying to plan my camp at this location and was told that if I give a heads up 30 to 60days in advance I would receive my deposit back.
I reached out about 45-50 days before my event and informed them we had to cancel and was not refunded my deposit nor was I able to apply it to a later date.
Extremely disappointed with Craig, thought he would help me out since we communicated alot
I reached out about 45-50 days before my event and informed them we had to cancel and was not refunded my deposit nor was I able to apply it to a later date.
Extremely disappointed with Craig, thought he would help me out since we communicated alot
Doris D.
Sep 15, 2019
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I am a seasoned wedding coordinator and recently worked with Camp Wasewagan on a very unique wedding. With so many unconventional moving pieces during the 8 month planning process, Crazy (the owner of the camp ground) was amazing to work with. He was quick to respond, eager to accommodate and happy to do so. The grounds are beautifully maintained and the staff is exceptionally accommodating. Its easy to see the love he puts into making the camp grounds a place that everyone can enjoy. Camp Wasewagan is San Diego Events Company APPROVED!
Emily A.
Sep 10, 2019
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Kislev A.
Jun 24, 2019
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CRAZZY'S WASEWAGAN CAMPGROUND is crazy good!
- Good Food
- Affordable
- Chock full of activities included in the price. Such as crafts, archery and campfire.
- The activity room is open-door-policy that has foosball and boardgames. You can also put your food bag in the activity room which doubles as the dining cabin. That's what everyone was doing and I did it too and I did not lose food or container or water bottle.
- For extra, you can pay for other activities such as swimming, scavenger hunt, mountain biking.
- The campfire is led by the entire Crazzy Wasewagan team and they lead
- Good Food
- Affordable
- Chock full of activities included in the price. Such as crafts, archery and campfire.
- The activity room is open-door-policy that has foosball and boardgames. You can also put your food bag in the activity room which doubles as the dining cabin. That's what everyone was doing and I did it too and I did not lose food or container or water bottle.
- For extra, you can pay for other activities such as swimming, scavenger hunt, mountain biking.
- The campfire is led by the entire Crazzy Wasewagan team and they lead
Ivy Lynn G.
Jun 20, 2019
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Annie L.
Feb 10, 2019
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They gave my son peanuts in his smores, not bothering to ask if he was allergic. 2 epipens and a trip to the ER later, my son is alive but very shaken and traumatized by the experience. There was one point where he threw up and his airways were closing, but the EpiPen worked in time for us to get him to the hospital. After my son stabilized, around 10pm I called the camp to find out what had happened. When I talked to Craig, the owner, his attitude was horrendous. He basically said it was not their fault they didnt know my son had an allergy. I told him that it's his responsibility to find
Mark Booth
Oct 25, 2018
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Rachelle K.
Sep 17, 2017
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We brought our Girl Scout troop here in May of 2017 and had a fantastic time. It was a huge plus for us tired leaders as all the activities and meals were lead by the staff. We got to participate and enjoy all the programs with our scouts. All of the staff were so nice and it felt like we were part of a big family. The lodgings were comfortable and the surroundings beautiful. Our girls loved the archery, ropes course, craft time, fishing, fencing, hiking and more. I highly recommend this for troops wanting a weekend camping experience with all the tradition but none of the hassle. A great price
Adam L.
Jul 04, 2017
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This was the ideal first camp for our daughter. We sent her for a week with her friend. They both loved it, and had all kinds of fun doing the classic foundational away-camp stuff. The counselors really enjoy their work, a fact that's probably critical to having an enthusiastic and adventurous camp experience for the campers. Crazzy, too, is awesome and seems to be correctly proud of the legacy the camp is and will leave in the kids who stay there.
Roderick J.
Jun 13, 2017
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We had our wedding here. I must say that this was everything me and my partner could have imagined. The staff was by far so amazing and understanding of what we wanted. We would not praise them enough for the patience and attention to our schedule and set up.
We did a three day wedding weekend. See more at www.rjedwed.com. Wedding Friday and camp fun throughout the weekend.
If you are looking for a very homey relaxing camp get together for a group of 50 or more then is a great place and so close to LA that there is no reason for your friends and family to want to go anywhere else.
Craig treated
We did a three day wedding weekend. See more at www.rjedwed.com. Wedding Friday and camp fun throughout the weekend.
If you are looking for a very homey relaxing camp get together for a group of 50 or more then is a great place and so close to LA that there is no reason for your friends and family to want to go anywhere else.
Craig treated
Crisalis Marie
Sep 08, 2016
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The staff are amazing and wonderful. The atmosphere was so welcoming and warm that it felt like another home. The food is homemade, healthy and delicious. Cabins are clean, safe, and tidy/organized. There are several outdoor activities such as paintball shooting, archery, zip-lining, rock climbing, swimming and many more. There is a beautiful and tranquil (calm) river and the hospitality is great. I really enjoyed my first recent visit and hope to come back soon! I would love for everyone to choose Crazzy's Camp Wasewagan!
Michelle S.
Mar 07, 2016
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Both of my son's have been going to Crazzy's camps since they were 4 and 6 years old -- they are 13 and 15 now. 4 weeks each summer. They LOVE it and we love that they get to spend time with great kids, doing regular old camp stuff like hiking, archery, swimming, arts and crafts, camp fires and so much more. My older son is now looking at being a counselor. Life long memories, friends and priceless experience!!!!!
Robert Angel
Sep 10, 2015
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Best ever crazzy is awesome the counselors are just there to have fun and watch over you so you feel that you aren't under some huge authority. From the Times I've been there, it's amazing. except for the food but hey what are you gonna do. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ ps: I wish I could go more often it's the only fun way to get out of the house.
Todd C.
Jul 08, 2014
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My children have attended summer camp here for many, many years and the staff is always attentive, helpful, polite, and great with the kids. The owner, "Crazzy" Craig, is like a father figure to many and he really does everything so the children will have a great experience. Thanks so much for taking great care of my children and for teaching them so many things about being outdoors and about life.
