Getting to Camp

Arrival & Check-in:

We request that everyone arrive and check-in on time so we all start our retreat together on:

Thurs. Sept 10, 2026
between 11 am - 12 noon

Or Wed., 3:30 to 4:30, for those arriving a day early.

There will be people to help guide you to parking and the check-in area.

We truly appreciate your timely arrival! We start Camp at 2pm.

Travel:

Artists join us from across the US and California, so we have provided travel suggestions for Driving and Flying.

Please check your drive-times in the days before arrival and plan for traffic, stops for lunch, gas, or anything else you need on your way.

It is suggested that those who are flying arrive in Southern CA, on Wednesday. Select Early Arrival on Registration. Check-in is between 3:30-4:30 on Wed.

View local airports, and strategies for getting to Camp on time, Rental Car ideas, or Carpooling.

CLICK HERE IF YOU ARE FLYING

Airports Closest to Camp

Ontario International Airport recommended
57 miles; 90 min - 2 hour drive
2500 E Airport Dr, Ontario, CA 91761

Palm Springs International Airport
69 miles; 90 min drive
3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

John Wayne Airport-Orange County
90 miles; a 2 1/2+ hour drive
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 

Long Beach /Daugherty Field
103 miles; a 2 1/2 - 3 hour drive
4100 E Donald Douglas Dr, Long Beach, CA 90808

Bob Hope Airport
(108 miles; possibly a 3+ hour drive)
2627 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505

Los Angeles International Airport
(112 miles; a 3-4 hour drive)
1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Driving from an airport to Camp? You are responsible for your own arrangements.

• Car Rental: for 6-7 days. (Recommended)

• Come with a friend! Take advantage of the Bring a Friend Discount and ride together!

• Car Pooling: (not recommended - but the registrar will try to put people in touch)

  • Request car pool on your registration. No guarantees.

  • Registrar provides contact info of campers who have stated they might be available. It is up to you to make arrangements.

  • Camp is not responsible, and assumes no liability for car pooling arrangements

• Ride App: Ride Share apps like Uber or Lyft may be an option but could be expensive and some drivers may not want to drive to a remote location.

Option 1:

Fly Wednesday—a day before camp. Stay near airport and Drive Thurs.

• Spend the night near your airport and get up early.

• Ride up to camp on Thursday morning.

• Stop to buy a lunch to eat at camp. No lunch is served on Thurs. Dinner will be the first meal.

• Arrive between 11 and noon on Thurs. (Please read driving section and calculate driving time to avoid traffic.) Punctuality is necessary and appreciated.

Option 2:

Early Arrivals: Fly Wednesday early.
Drive Wed. arriving between 3:30-4:30 pm.

• Register for Early Arrival at Camp ($40 extra)

• Take an early morning flight or red-eye

• Land at airport between 10 and noon (please see driving times above for your airport)

• Based on your method of driving transport chosen above, plan your drive.

• On the way, stop to buy an easy dinner, breakfast, and lunch (refrigerators and microwaves are available. Coffee, tea, cocoa, and artesian water are always provided.) Option to “go out to eat” at the one restaurant in Angelus Oaks, a 15 min. drive. The first meal served at camp is Thurs. dinner.

• Arrive between 3:30 and 4:30. punctuality is necessary and appreciated.

• Check in and settle into your peaceful Mountain Cabin to start unwinding and exploring!

Option 3:

Fly in on Thursday (not recommended)

• Take a red-eye

• Land by 6-7am (allow for rush hour traffic from your airport)

• Buy take-out lunch at the airport

• Ride/Drive to camp on Thursday morning

• Arrive at camp on Thursday between 11 and noon (please be punctual - both necessary and appreciated)

• Check in and settle into your peaceful Mountain Cabin to start your Art Retreat! There will not be time for a nap!