About Camp Emmanuel
(What you need to know)
Camp Emmanuel is a church camp affiliated with the Illinois-Wisconsin District of the Church of the Brethren.
Our mission is to share God's message and love with children of all ages through the beauty and wonder found in nature. We host Christ-centered camps throughout the summer.
When camps are not in session, we are open to the public for events, camping, hiking, boating, and fishing from early spring through late fall. We are closed during the winter.
We would love for you to visit! Contact our camp managers to check availability.
Click below to check out our Camp Emmanuel Guidelines.
Camp Registration for Summer 2026 Is Now Closed!
Camp Improvements
We've been busy!
Camp Emmanuel has seen several changes over the years, and we continue to DREAM BIG about how we can improve our facilities and camp offerings. This year we are working to complete several projects:
- KAYAKS - 2025!
- Climate updates to our bunk cabins (AC!)
- Wifi system covering the Main Camp area
- New Roofing in 2024
- Washer/Dryer for Camp use
- New outdoor shower for after swimming
Do you have an idea for an improvement to Camp? Let us know!
Group Rates for Scouts and Youth Groups
Looking for a great AFFORDABLE site for your scouts or youth group to tent camp? We're happy to offer two new rental options for tent camping:
1) Tent Camping Rate: $1.50 per person per night
--- Includes the use of our outdoor facilities and bath house.
2) Tent Camping & Whole Camp Rate: $5.00 per person per night (minimum of 20 people)
--- Includes the use of our outdoor and indoor facilities.
Visit our Facilities page for details!
Friends of Camp!
Calling all Campers! If you've spent time with us here at Camp Emmanuel, please join the discussion on facebook by clicking below, or click the green button so we can keep in contact with you!
Visit Our Facebook Alumni Contact FormATTENTION LIFEGUARDS
Camp Emmanuel is looking for paid lifeguards for our 2026 camp season. If you are interested in becoming a lifeguard, Camp Emmanuel will pay for your training if you agree to work here for at least one camping season. Contact our Camp Managers for more information!
Experience Camp in VR
(Click the video and go full screen to move around 360°, supports VR headsets via Youtube VR)
Check out more videos on our Youtube Channel
Miss Worship at Camp?
Listen to Middle School Camp's Playlist
Leon Swigart Prayer Garden
In recognition of the many years of service of our friend Leon Swigart, a Prayer Garden has been constructed in his honor. This lovely spot along the trail to Vesper Hill has been set aside as an area for quiet meditation and prayer. The Leon Swigart Prayer Garden was dedicated at Family Camp 2022.
Camp Calendar
Looking to make a contribution? Click below to donate to Camp Emmanuel securely via Paypal.