Something wicked stirs at 6,400 feet.

When the sun drops behind the pines and the mountain air turns cold, Camp Tahquitz becomes something else entirely. The trails go dark. The forest closes in. And the legends of the mountain come alive.

Monster Mountain at Camp Terror-quitz is a one-of-a-kind immersive haunted camping event built from the ground up for Scouts BSA Patrols, Venturing Crews, and Sea Scout Ships. This isn't a badge factory with a Halloween theme tacked on, this is a full-throttle, experience-driven event designed to deliver thrills, chills, and memories that will outlast any patch.

Think Knott's Scary Farm or Queen Mary's Dark Harbor meets the backcountry, but the fog is real, the woods are deep, and you're spending the night...

Two Ways to Feed...

PATROL FEED - Save on event cost and avoid the late registration fee. Bring your own food and cook in your campsite with your Patrol!
*Pre-order MRE's for your unit and let your meal be a part of the immersion!

CENTRAL FEED - Take the pressure off your Quartermaster and let our masters of culinary creations treat you to the wonders of our Commissary for four meals. Sat- Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner. Sun- Breakfast

Three Ways to Join...

FULL WEEKEND with HAUNT +$25 - Meritbadges! Actvities! and a full-throttle immersive haunt in the deep woods of our Mountain! Leave behind upper-camp for a night with your imagination and the bumps in the night. SPACE IS LIMITED to the first 72!

FULL WEEKEND without HAUNT - Same Meritbadges! Activities! and spooky season themeing as the Haunt but enjoy a simpler evening with campfires, a Scream at the Screen movie showing of spooky season classics, and the Monster Mash Midnight Tahquitz Bash party at the Commissary!

SATURDAY ONLY MERIT BADGE COURSES - Lunch is included in $15 fee plus $25 per class, a growing list of badges to choose from and 2 class sessions to join! Arrive at 8:00am and head home by 1:30pm.

Multiple Badges to Choose From... 

• Wilderness Survival [Full Weekend Only]
• Disabilities Awareness
• Basketry
• Search & Rescue
• Wildland Fire Management (Brand New Badge in 2026!)
• And more coming soon!

Choose Your Fear - Haunt Capacity is LIMITED

Not every Scout wants the same scare. Monster Mountain features three haunt tiers so every participant can dial in the experience that's right for them:

   Spooky   

Eerie atmospheres. Creepy theming. Jump-scare free. Perfect for younger Scouts or anyone who wants to soak in the Halloween spirit without the terror. Expect fog-filled trails, spooky storytelling, themed environments, and just enough tension to keep you looking over your shoulder.

   Scary        

Startles, tension, and actors who get close. The intensity goes up. Live scare actors, disorienting sets, and encounters designed to get your heart pounding. You'll make it through, but you might grab your buddy's arm on the way.

   Skeletons - Ages 13+ recommended

Unrelenting fear. No mercy. No escape. This is the tier for those who want to be hunted. Immersive, aggressive, and relentless. Actors will get in your face, surround your group, cut off your path, and push the intensity to the limit. Inspired by extreme haunts, this tier is not for the faint of heart. You asked for it.

Camp Terror-quitz at a Glance

• Location: Camp Tahquitz — San Bernardino National Forest, Highway 38
• Elevation: ~6,400 ft
• Camping: Traditional unit camping in established campsites
• Meals: Campsite patrol cooking with commissary support; central dining available
• Program: Immersive haunted experiences, themed entertainment, and evening programming
• Age Requirement: 11+
• Eligible Units: Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts, Exploring

The mountain is calling you. The only question is ... how scared do you want to be?