Camp Tanako is a United Methodist camp on Lake Catherine near Hot Springs, operating since 1948 and focused on elementary-age summer camping ministry with additional youth and adult programs. A typical offering is a four-day, three-night AC Kids Camp blending nature, faith, and community. Campers of any background are welcome; you do not have to be Methodist or Christian to attend.
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 Tanako directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Calvin ParksLots of fun with the church family of Trinity
★★★★★Cynthia Smiley
★★★★★Anna EdwardsI love camp Tanako. I use to be a day camper.there Is so much to do it was so much fun.The snacks are good but lunch is even better and swimming,fishing, canoeing, the story's, god,hiking,and the staff I love the staff when I was there like Carson,Zack an many others❤️
★★★★★Amy WilliamsWent in the Fall, breathtaking! We’ll be back.
★★★★★Blakley BradleyOne thing as a parent I love that they get to learn about Jesus.