Retreats & Cabin Rentals

Retreat Center Near St. Louis

Camp Manitowa is a private retreat destination in Southern Illinois, just 90 minutes from St. Louis. Set on 40 wooded acres between Lake Hamilton and Rend Lake, our property offers the space, flexibility, and hospitality to host meaningful gatherings year-round.

Whether you're planning a corporate retreat, nonprofit leadership weekend, school group experience, cabin getaway, or wedding celebration, Camp Manitowa provides an unforgettable setting designed for connection.

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Why Choose Camp Manitowa

40-acre lakeside campus
Flexible indoor and outdoor gathering spaces
On-site lodging in yurts and cabins
Waterfront activities and high-adventure programming
Commercial kitchen and dining hall
Experienced team to support planning and logistics

Our property allows your group to step away from the day-to-day and reconnect with purpose.

Flexible Experiences for Every Group

Camp Manitowa offers multiple retreat formats designed around your goals:

Half-Day & Full-Day Retreats
Overnight & Multi-Night Retreats
Private Cabin Stays
Southern Illinois Adventure Base Camp
Exclusive Venue Rentals
Custom Programming Options

From leadership development and team building to creative workshops and outdoor adventure, we help design experiences that feel intentional and seamless.

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Weddings at Camp Manitowa

A Weekend Wedding Experience

Looking for a unique wedding venue near St. Louis? Camp Manitowa offers exclusive access to our lakeside property for full weekend celebrations.

Host your ceremony outdoors, gather for a reception under string lights, and invite guests to stay on-site for a relaxed, meaningful experience. At Camp Manitowa, your wedding becomes more than a day — it becomes a shared weekend memory.