Camp Manitowa at Rend Lake

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Camp Manitowa at Rend Lake A retreat center and summer camp for kids entering grades 2–10. Louis.
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Camp Manitowa offers adventure, connection, and unforgettable experiences on our beautiful 40-acre property in Southern Illinois—just 90 minutes from St. Camp Manitowa is a retreat center and residential summer camp for 2nd – 9th graders located at Rend Lake, IL about 90 minutes from St. Louis, MO and Paducah, KY.

2nd to 9th grade campers gain independence, build self-esteem, and learn about cooperation and problem-solving, all while making new, lifelong friends at Camp Manitowa. We offer a small community for campers so that they feel like they are part of a Manitowa family. By offering some structured free play we encourage kids to feel a sense of belonging, and our choice time leaves them feeling empowered to learn and grow. Campers entering 2nd-8th grade can choose from 1 or 2 week residential camp programs tailored specifically for younger campers’ needs. In 2013 we are offering week long specialty camps that focus primarily on water skiing, magic, rock school, science and one for Gaga, the sport sweeping the Manitowa nation.

✨ MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND IS BACK ✨Join us at Camp Manitowa November 6–8 for GOOD COMPANY: a weekend all...
09/22/2026

✨ MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND IS BACK ✨

Join us at Camp Manitowa November 6–8 for GOOD COMPANY: a weekend all about connection, confidence, friendship, and getting to spend a fall weekend back at camp. 🫶
Expect campfires, tie-dye, group challenges, lots of laughs, meaningful moments, and plenty of time hanging out together.

Whether you’re coming back after joining us last spring or experiencing Girls Empowerment Weekend for the first time, we can’t wait to have you.

Registration is officially OPEN for middle school girls!

November 6–8, 2026 • Camp Manitowa
Reach out to mailto:[email protected] for any questions or more information.

Missing each and every one of you, but wishing you the BEST school year imaginable! 📚✨ We can’t wait to hear all about y...
08/28/2026

Missing each and every one of you, but wishing you the BEST school year imaginable! 📚✨ We can’t wait to hear all about your adventures, friendships, and everything in between. Just remember… Manitowa waits for your return. 🏕️💚

Excited to welcome St Louis Yoga Collective for their “Nature and Nurture” retreat!
08/28/2026

Excited to welcome St Louis Yoga Collective for their “Nature and Nurture” retreat!

Join STL Yoga Collective for Nature + Nurture, a weekend yoga retreat at Camp Manitowa near St. Louis. Enjoy yoga, meals, lodging, and a peaceful, all-inclusive getaway designed to help you reset, reconnect, and feel like yourself again. Limited spots available.

08/07/2026

A few summer highlights because we can’t stop missing camp. 🏕️☀️🎞️🛶

one last campfire 🥺🔥💛
08/02/2026

one last campfire 🥺🔥💛

Final night of Taste & Summer 2026
08/01/2026

Final night of Taste & Summer 2026

Some extras from the counselors perspective !😊
07/31/2026

Some extras from the counselors perspective !😊

1 last Fancy Thursday of the 2026 season ✨✨✨✨
07/31/2026

1 last Fancy Thursday of the 2026 season ✨✨✨✨

Dance, Dance, DanceSong Session
07/31/2026

Dance, Dance, Dance
Song Session

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12770 N Benton Road
Benton, IL
62812

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+13143756766

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