Camp Akita
Private
Christian overnight youth camp and retreat center along the Spoon River near Gilson, owned by the Illinois Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, serving youth ages 7-17 with each week grouped by age. Activities include waterfront/swimming, a climbing wall, high-ropes course, mountain biking, horseback riding and creative arts plus worship; the camp is ACA-accredited, welcomes all backgrounds and serves vegetarian meals. Family Camp weeks are also offered.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Camp Akita directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Accreditations & licensing
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★★★★★Ronald PeterGreat experience with family, friends and strengthening our relationship in Christ. Stacey the Camp Director was a joy to work with and so were the camp counselors. Looking forward to attending in the future!
★★★★★Alva PeterThe best vacation ever
★★★★★Kirsten MachadoI was able to visit Camp Akita twice, within so many days, for two different events, which placed me in two different areas of the camp. This is a wonderful camp, with lots of space, a caring staff, beautiful nature, and nice accommodations. I look forward to visiting again! Sharing a couple of flower pictures, one with a local resident (bee).
★★★★★OreoluwaI went for a week, the staff are amazing and the activities are really fun. 10/10 would recommend
★★★★★Claudia RBeautiful place, beautiful people, we always enjoy it when we stayed.