8761 Riverside Dr, Descanso, CA 91916

Property Description

Donated in 1949 by Lawrence & Mary Oliver to the Sisters of Social Services, Camp Oliver has been a children's summer camp & retreat center for decades. Located in Descanso within Cleveland National Forest, the camp has provided outdoor experiences to thousands of children and groups. Only 1 mile from Fwy 8 east at Hwy 79, and originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay Indians, it comfortably accommodates over 100 people. Sellers are seeking new owners to revitalize this rustic camp and provide peace and joy for generations to come. Only 40 minutes from San Diego, the camp offers 20 Acres at 3500’ Elevation with 11,000 sf interior space, Built in 1970, the infrastructure includes a Functional Well, 31k Gallon Water Storage Tank, Water Monitoring System. Features include a Lodge, Commercial Kitchen, Dining Hall, Indoor Fire pit, 3br/1ba Residence, 1br/1ba Cottage, 2 Additional Residences, 6 Furnished Cabins, Meeting Rooms, Administrative Offices, Library, Laundry Room, Storage Rooms, Pool, Basketball Court, Campfire Circle, Hiking Trails, Lookout Point, Restrooms/Showers, Parking Lot. Property needs a refresh. Potential uses include Retreat Center, Family Compound, Residential Rehab Center, Wedding Venue, Equestrian Center. Possible groups include Churches, Tribal Groups, Non-Profits, Private Schools, Naturalists.