Age group

Handicap accessible

Pool

River

Sleeping cabins

Sleeping Tents

Little Grassy Camp and Retreat Center is an outdoor destination like no other. Located south of Carbondale, IL, on 157 acres of hills and trees, this United Methodist Church Camp and Retreat Center is a piece of nature’s beauty. Bordering a 1,000-acre Little Grassy Lake and set in the Shawnee National Forest, Little Grassy is bounded by a covenant with the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge to exercise careful stewardship of the wildlife, vegetation, and landforms. 

The camp provides exciting opportunities to explore and reconnect with nature. On the grounds you’ll find a hotel-style lodge with a large meeting room, a year-round youth lodge, and a dining hall with a meeting room furnished with cozy furniture and a fireplace. Plus, there are air-conditioned cabins and an open-air tabernacle, making Little Grassy a great destination for a variety of housing and meeting needs. 

For visitors looking for outdoor activities, Little Grassy Camp has it all - from hiking and swimming to rock-climbing and rappelling. Plus, the camp offers spiritual formation programs in the Christian tradition for both youth and adults. Little Grassy Camp is also available to rent for special events like reunions, business meetings, or youth camps. Join Little Grassy Camp and Retreat Center to explore the great outdoors and connect with nature and Christ.

Early Bird

Water activites

Swimming

Nature

Rock Climbing

Fishing

Art & Crafts

Come to camp with your favorite adult! Or adults, bring the young people in your life to camp!
Try out the pedal boats, worship, play, and relax.

My Shepherd and Me Family Camp

Coed

Kids

Tweens

Little Grassy United Methodist

Excellent facilities. Friendly personnel. fantastic volunteers. Wonderful environment. wonderful location to meet people and create memories.

Will R

Beautiful and a great spot for spiritual refreshment is Little Grassy.

Matt R

Wonderful location to really appreciate God's handiwork!

Jay P

My kids adore the camp tremendously! I appreciate it as a parent since it's compact and seems more individualized!