Touch of Nature Camp 2
Private
Outdoor education center operated by Southern Illinois University on 3,400 acres along Little Grassy Lake near Makanda, offering residential summer camps. Programs include Camp Little Giant, a pioneering residential camp serving people with disabilities since 1952, and Camp BETA, a free overnight camp for youth ages 10-16 with Type 1 diabetes, alongside general and partner camps. This appears to be a duplicate listing of the SIU Touch of Nature center.
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 Touch of Nature Camp 2 directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Robloc 103Amazing place to stay at!
★★★★Mike WicoffA very nice place with a great bike trail and one is definitely a mountain bike trail advanced, you can rent cabins have private events and etc. there well run place
★★★★Michelle R FryDefinitely out in no where! But a great drive! From what I understand they have several buildings that they rent out for different occasions. Our school has there prom there this year. Loved the drive thru Giant City! I didn't know all this was out here! Beautiful!
★★★★★Emily ClarkStayed her for Little Grassy Get Down. Was suuuuuch an amazing space. Absolutely beautiful park, trails were great. Staff was fantastic. This is a must see area.
★★★★★Brianna ScottTouch of nature is a great place to go. They have lots of activities so always check what's going on. Great camps for kids in the summer. Nice biking trails. It's just an all-around beautiful, fun outdoor space.