Camp Kearney
Private
A Christ-centered summer camp run by South Side Mission on 155 acres near Canton (about 20 minutes south of Peoria), offering a free week-long camp to inner-city Peoria and rural central Illinois children ages 6-16. Children 6-8 attend day camp; ages 8-16 attend overnight. Activities include a high ropes course, zip line, climbing wall, an escape room, a 250-foot toboggan slide, and disc golf. Donor-funded for campers.
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 Kearney directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Accreditations & licensing
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★★★★★Matthew CHad a our trailife campout here. This was a pretty cool place, very large space, tons of activities, and a pond. What more could you ask for.
★★★★★Bobby StyckThis place is absolutely beautiful. The staff is phenomenal. Their love for God and people goes unmatched.
★★★★★Mark CanadaThis is a great Christian camp ground. Fun and challenging disc golf course.
★★★★★rusty reichmangreat managers, wonderful grounds, lots of activities. all you need is no pressure call ahead of time for disc golf when available
★★★★★Tonya GarnerWe had our Annual Sunday School Picnic at Camp Kearney. Truly a memorableDDay.