Mataguay Scout Ranch

Mataguay Scout Ranch Open to all Scouting units and other non-Scout organizations. This includes Packs, Dens, Troops, Teams, Crews, church groups, clubs, and associations.

Mataguay Scout Ranch, a 1000 acre property owned and operated by San Diego-Imperial Council, is a great destination for your unit for both summer camp and for year round programs. Mataguay Scout Ranch, an 1000 acre property owned and operated by San Diego-Imperial Council, is a great destination for your summer camp and for year round camping. Many of the camp's facilities are available for your u

nit's program. These include lodges, cabins, and administration buildings that you can use for unit training, center of operations, or just as a getaway spot. All campsites at Mataguay have KYBO's (latrines), running water, and campfire rings. There are also several large campfire rings on the reservation if you wish to put on a large program in the evening. On the grounds of the ranch itself, there are numerous hiking trails and areas to be explored. For those who are looking for more challenging trails, there is the Mataguay Pacific Crest Connector Trail, or a seven mile trail into camp from Barrel Springs. There certainly is enough room for a group of any size. Besides camping, hiking, and general outdoor fun, there are countless things to do at Mataguay during the year. Programs which are available include archery, swimming at the pool, boating at the lake, .22 rifle, black powder (muzzle loading) rifle, shot gun, and BB gun shooting. For older Scouts COPE and Climbing/Rappelling are available. These programs can be tailored to meet your unit's goals from pleasure use to merit badge, advancement, and other special camp programs. Units can provide their own lifeguards and range masters, or these can be arranged through the Ranch Director. There are also several annual programs including "Fun with Family" and Memorial Day family camping. Weekend campers can also work toward special Mataguay awards: NRA qualifications, Hiker's Award, and MSR Naturalist. And don't forget, Mataguay has one of the most exciting summer camp programs available at any camp in the BSA! Mataguay has an extensive equestrian program which includes the horsemanship merit badge and trail rides. Other summer program features include real glider flights, geocaching, mountain boarding, COPE and extensive instruction in over 50 merit badges.

Mataguay Scout Ranch brings people together.
06/19/2026

Mataguay Scout Ranch brings people together.

From Canoeing to Row Boating to Fishing, the Scouts are having a wonderful time at Beaver Lake.
06/19/2026

From Canoeing to Row Boating to Fishing, the Scouts are having a wonderful time at Beaver Lake.

Great afternoon for a tram ride to ComSci, Trades, and Nature.
06/18/2026

Great afternoon for a tram ride to ComSci, Trades, and Nature.

Good morning Mataguay Scout Ranch!
06/18/2026

Good morning Mataguay Scout Ranch!

06/17/2026

Good evening Mataguay Scout Ranch. Our Program Director Archer is always greeting our troops at flags. 🇺🇸

Staff week was great as the team prepared for our upcoming season. Can't wait for our First Week Campers to arrive tomor...
06/13/2026

Staff week was great as the team prepared for our upcoming season. Can't wait for our First Week Campers to arrive tomorrow.

Ready to hit the lake and go fishing? 🎣 Check out what was hanging out along the lake shore today!
05/29/2026

Ready to hit the lake and go fishing? 🎣 Check out what was hanging out along the lake shore today!

If you have a few hours this coming Thursday, Friday, or Saturday please come to MSR to help with final preparations for...
05/25/2026

If you have a few hours this coming Thursday, Friday, or Saturday please come to MSR to help with final preparations for summer camp. We would be grateful for any help you can contribute. Please fill out the RSVP so that we can plan accordingly.

Hope to see you there!

TRADES at Summer Camp? Yes! 🔌🔥⚙️ Camp isn’t just campfires and hikes… It’s sparks flying, engines turning, and skills be...
04/25/2026

TRADES at Summer Camp? Yes! 🔌🔥

⚙️ Camp isn’t just campfires and hikes… It’s sparks flying, engines turning, and skills being built! 🔧

Our Trades Area gives campers hands-on experience with real-world skills and serious

🎓 Merit Badges offered:
✅ Welding
✅ Metalwork
✅ Painting
✅ Automotive Maintenance

Learning by doing has never been this cool! 😎🛠️

Thank you to all our hard working volunteers who help keep Mataguay Scout Ranch looking awesome!
04/22/2026

Thank you to all our hard working volunteers who help keep Mataguay Scout Ranch looking awesome!

Address

27955 Highway 79
Santa Ysabel, CA
92070

Telephone

+16192986121

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