Camp Big Timber: Three Fires Council, BSA
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Camp Big Timber is a 70-acre Scouting America (Boy Scouts) camp in Elgin operated by the Three Fires Council, which serves roughly 10,000 youth across DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, Kendall and parts of Cook and Will counties. Summer programming includes Cub Scout resident camp and a Merit Badge Series where Scouts BSA members can work toward more than 20 merit badges. Camp activities include archery, BB-gun shooting on a dedicated range and cooking, and the 1930s-era site has three lodge buildings also used for rentals.
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 Big Timber: Three Fires Council, BSA directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Erik HildebrandtGreat facilities and very friendly council staff. Regardless if you are with Scouting or holding a private event, plenty of parking and well kept ground. Back porch area with a big fire pit overlooking fields and forest.
★★★★★Nicole SponslerI have utilized CBT for both Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts many times over the years. It's an amazing facility. Outdoor campsites are great and the main lodge is amazing. T-Lodge is OK; a bit run down but I understand they will be updating it in future.
★★★★★Frederick AndersonI was here for a two day craft show put on by Craft Productions and Lamb's Farm. A very nice and well put together property. I know I drove past the entry many times when I lived in the area and never knew the place was there.
★★★★★Obie PendragonExcellent camping area. They have restrooms with showers if needed. Very well maintained, clean and lots of fun. Jeremy at the camp was extremely helpful and courteous. All the kids in our group had a wonderful time. I would highly recommend them.
★★★★★Daniel A. CarusoI used to camp here as a Cubscout now my son does the same. This is camp is making MAJOR improvements and WILL be the camp it was to me 35 years ago