Recreation Options Conference Center
Take advantage of the McAfee Fieldhouse, our newly completed indoor recreation center. This facility houses a gymnasium complete with two athletic courts for basketball, volleyball or badminton; an indoor climbing wall, a game room and a fitness center. Outdoor recreation options include a recreation field, outdoor climbing wall, high ropes course, baby pool and 25-yard lap pool complete with enclosed slide and diving board.
Ponderosa Lodge
This mountaintop setting provides wonderful choices for hiking, jogging and nature exploration. Quiet time at Inspiration Point, a quick hike to a large cross at Mount Hermon’s highest elevation, and a calming stroll through the Prayer Walk are areas of interest. Our heated 25-yard lap pool and diving well are enjoyable year-round. Lighted tennis and basketball courts, sand volleyball court, expansive grass recreation field, frisbee golf course and horseshoes are available. Ponderosa also has mountain bike and paintball courses as well as a skate park. The Adventure Facilities ropes course includes a three-side climbing tower, zipline and multi-line bridge, to name a few.
Redwood Camp
Nestled in the redwoods, Redwood Camp has a heated swimming pool equipped with a slide and diving board. Two tennis courts, as well as volleyball, four-square and basketball courts are available. Other activities include court hockey, tetherball, ping pong, tug-o’-war and baseball. The Adventure Facilities ropes course includes the Leap of Faith, zipline and multi-line bridge, to name a few. Hiking trails are bountiful as well.
Surrounding Areas
Nearby attractions in Santa Cruz (local beaches, wharf, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, West Cliff Drive), Monterey (Aquarium, Cannery Row) and Carmel (shopping, art galleries) are also worth visiting. Golf courses, state parks and museums are all just minutes away.