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Welcome to Camp Tilikum!

Camp Tilikum is a place where people can go to experience creation, build community, find refuge, encounter God, and see lives transformed.

…for kids to grow.

Christian day camps Summer Day Camps for K-8 and overnight options for high-school.

…Summer Camp with your kids.

Week long camp vacations with your kids for a maximum of $800!

…for building strong families.

Parent & child faith-based weekend programs throughout the summer.

…for gathering friends, associates, and groups.

Lodging, meeting space, and home-cooked meals for up to 58 people.

…for developing your team.

Corporate and non-profit team-building and outdoor adventure facility.

What people are saying about Camp Tilikum.

Every year more than 7,500 people come to Tilikum to find rest and renewal among the 93 acres of rolling hills, dense forest and pristine lake.

  • “We had an amazing time! The food was delicious. The ropes course was challenging and bonding. The lake was gorgeous.  Everyone on staff we encountered was so friendly and helpful. Thank you.”

    Guest Leader, Open Meadow Alternative School

  • “This was such as helpful weekend for me! The work that we’ve done here this weekend will stick with me for a long time.  The staff and facilities were great! You were all very good at serving in the background and meeting our needs and giving us this precious space in which we could do the work we came to do. Thank you!”

    Guest, George Fox University Men’s Retreat, Newberg, Oregon

  • “We love the facility and have come for quite a few years now as a 1st-3rd grade field trip. Staff was early to greet us and prepared to help!  It provides a great opportunity for group bonding at the beginning of the school year.”

    Teacher, Archer Glen Elementary School, Sherwood, Oregon

  • “Wonderful retreat! The staff were so helpful and courteous, clean facilities and I met the Lord and felt His peace at this beautiful place.  It was a blessed time.”

    Guest, Faith Baptist Church, Lincoln City, Oregon

  • "This activity fit our goal of developing leadership and teamwork within our program so much better than any of the other activities we have done over the years."

    Group Coordinator - 2018

  • "The instructors are thought provoking and professional. Lessons learned at Camp Tilikum have helped our corporate team back at the office in more ways than we originally anticipated."

    Commonwealth Real Estate Services - 2015

  • “It was her first time, entering 1st grade. She was nervous beforehand but loved it after the first day.”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “All three of my boys had fun that week. The counselors were great. They love this camp and I love that you talk about Jesus here!”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “This was our first time. I am so thankful that our friends invited us. I will be shouting your praises from the rooftops.”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “Thanks for a fun electronic free week of camp! My kids LOVE Tilikum and come home exhausted and happy.”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “I’m so thankful [my daughter] got to experience such a wonderful church camp. You are truly doing wonderful work with these kids. Thank you!”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “This was [my daughter’s] first year at Tilikum and she absolutely LOVED it!! She’s ready for next summer already!”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “Staff is sooo accommodating. Thanks for another great week!!”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • “She loved everything about camp, and we know she is well cared for and loved.”

    Summer Camp Parent, 2015

  • "I ordered the vegan meals and it was AMAZING!"

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • "Would love to come here every year for our retreat. The staff is so helpful and courteous."

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • "Met the Lord and felt His presence at this beautiful place."

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • "The food was amazing! And there was plenty."

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • "It was over the top! I was so thankful for the flavorful meals."

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • "This has been the best retreat facility I have been to."

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • "I’ve come here since 1996. This year was wonderful. As always :)"

    Faith Baptist women, November 2015

  • “Couldn’t be better. I’m spoiled rotten.”

    NW Quilters, October 2015

  • “Everything [was] better than a 5* hotel.”

    NW Quilters, October 2015

  • “Very happy that with my special diet. I was able to eat almost everything that was served. The substitutions were fabulous.”

    Grace Baptist Women (St. Helens), October 2015

  • “Thank you so much for making our stay so special. Your hospitality, kindness, a gracious attitude were so welcoming.”

    Grace Baptist Women (St. Helens), October 2015

  • “It’s really is the best place I have been to for a retreat.”

    Grace Baptist Women (St. Helens), October 2015

  • “Everything was so fresh & appealing. Definitely something for every taste & need. Plates were so attractive-loved the touches from the herb garden! Service was above & beyond gracious!”

    Grace Baptist Women (St. Helens), October 2015

  • “So comfy. Love all the little spots to enjoy conversation. Rooms were great.”

    Grace Baptist Women, October 2015

  • “The staff is great, cooks are awesome.”

    Grace Baptist Women, October 2015

Summer Camp Scholarship Fund.

Every kid to camp.

We believe every child should have the opportunity to go to camp, whatever their socioeconomic status. Consider giving to the Tilikum Camp Scholarship Fund and make a difference in the life of a child this summer.

Send a Kid to Camp

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Hot off the press.

Click on the picture above to download the Camp Tilikum 2019 brochure.