Get Outdoors in Southern Illinois
We believe everyone can use some time away these days. Camp Manitowa offers families, small groups, and individuals an opportunity to get out of the house, get out of the city, and get into nature. We offer private accommodations in a beautiful outdoor camp setting.
12 yurts, 8 climate controlled cabins are available, along with tent camping where we can provide the tents!
April 5-6 - Father/Son Retreat
Fathers and sons spend one night and two days at camp participating in all of our activities - rock wall, zip lining, canoeing & kayaking, archery, tie-dying, hiking, campfire & smore’s, and more! This retreat is a great opportunity for dads to have a special and memorable experience with their son.
Contact Dan - [email protected] with any questions!
May 2-4 - Manitowa Family Retreat
Each family stays in their own yurt or cabin. Great activities for the whole family! Rockwall, high ropes course & zip line, hiking, GA GA ball! Arts & crafts, tie-dying, friendly family contests, campfires w/s’mores, music, and more!
Contact Dan - [email protected] with any questions!
May 18-19- Mother/Daughter Retreat
One of our favorite retreats. Mothers and daughters spend one night and two days at camp where all of our activities are available - rock wall, zip lining, canoeing & kayaking, archery, tie-dying, arts & crafts, hiking, along with an awesome “make your own” trail mix bar, decorate your own cupcakes, campfire with song session and s’mores.
Contact Dan - [email protected] with any questions!
May 23-26- Lost in the 90’s Adult Retreat
Rediscover the carefree spirit of the 90’s here at Camp Manitowa! Unplug from technology, get out in nature, and come play at camp. Zip line 400 feet, take out a kayak, play some GA GA, capture the flag, and dance to all the 90’s greatest hits!
Contact Darlene Kanis with any questions [email protected]
AirBnB at Camp Manitowa
Book your stay in beautiful Southern Illinois, IL, experience the natural beauty of Camp Manitowa and the Rend Lake recreation complex Take out a canoe or kayak, play basketball and Frisbee golf, go on a hike, chill at the campfire.
Accommodations include three 5-person cabins. One queen bed & two bunkbeds:
Cozy cabin #1
Cozy cabin #2
Cozy cabin #3
Little Red Cabin
Wood bus
