For Scouts by Scouts

Pioneer is where the ordinary ends and the epic begins. Whether you’re questing through immersive roleplay or trekking across volcanic ridgelines, every path leads to personal growth. It’s a place where you’ll crawl through frigid ice caves, summit mountain peaks, or spend hours strategizing around a tabletop—and somehow, it all builds the same Scout skills: teamwork, resilience, and leadership.

At over 4,500 feet in elevation, Camp Pioneer has been a launchpad for adventure since 1936, perched on the shores of Pine Lake beneath the towering presence of Mount Jefferson. Its remote alpine setting and stunning natural beauty make it unlike any other Scout camp. Here, it’s not about packed merit badge schedules—it’s about non-traditional summer experiences that push Scouts to think bigger, go farther, and connect deeper.

Camp Pioneer specializes in non-traditional programs designed for those who crave unique adventures and new challenges. Explore the programs below to find the one that fits you best. Check out the Summer Program Guide for more details, then head to the Calendar to pick your dates and sign up.

How to Make a Reservation

1. Use the arrows at the top of the calendar to move between months and find available camp dates.
2. Click directly on the date of the camp session you want to attend.
3. This will open the registration page, where you can view pricing and complete your reservation.

Add Dates to Your Personal Calendar

Click the green “Subscribe” button to automatically add all summer camp dates, meetings, and payment deadlines to your personal calendar.

What You’ll Need to Register

• Register using the adult who will be the main contact and manage the reservation (this does not have to be the adult attending camp).
• Unit information
• Number of youth and adults attending (names are not required until May)
• Initial per-youth deposit payment (non-refundable)

Availability updates automatically – reserve early for the best selection of dates.

Need help?

Visit the Registration Help Page for step-by-step guides on making and managing a reservation.

For additional information and planning resources, visit the Summer Camp Resource Page