Camp Gilead
Private
Camp Gilead is a year-round Christian overnight camp in Polk City run by CBM Ministries. Summer sessions run Sunday afternoon through Friday for campers in grades 3 through 12, grouped into age-based programs (Alive, Strive, Thrive, and Revive), with a commuter option available. Days combine games and activities with Bible classes, and staff include trained counselors, certified lifeguards, and first-aid personnel.
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 Gilead directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Mark LatlipLots of great memories here. Remember being here when we heard on the radio that William Holden passed. That was in 1981. Was there two other times once in the 70s, and the mid 80s.
★★★★★Alexa GosbyI went to this camp around 10/11 yrs old and it was some of my fondest memories! I believe I only went two different summers but I wish I had gone more. This place is the one Christian establishment that I was exposed to as a child/teen that felt genuine and warm. It's been almost 30 years since I went (that hurts to say, I'm getting old lol) and it seems from the reviews that the warm legacy lives on.
★★★★★Tina FincannonOur son went this year for the first time and he really wants to go again. He said he loves it there. We are already planning for next year.
★★★★★P.A. AmolschOur granddaughter has gone there for the last three summers. She has done crafts, swimming, Bible study, camp fires with s’mores, meeting new friends and seeing old friends. It’s a great environment and great fellowship! She loves camp snd looks forward to it every summer.
★★★★★Melissa GarconGreat Camp! My son looks forward to going every summer. I saw some reviews that said it was expensive. It’s $300 for the over night camp. Plus you can do bible study throughout the year to get almost half off if I remember correctly. You are never gonna find a quality overnight camp anywhere close to the price. Most I’ve researched are above $800. Yes you can add on $20 paintball and making a tie die pillow case etc. but still it’s nominal compared. The camp really focuses on helping the kids have a deeper relationship with Jesus and have fun while doing it.