Camp Elim is a coed Christian overnight camp in Woodland Park, CO, operated by a nonprofit and licensed by the State of Colorado as a child care facility. It serves grades 3-12 with 2026 session prices from $375 to $675 and activities including ropes courses, climbing wall, pool, archery, zipline, canoeing and sports. Campers have no phones or electronics and can contact a parent/guardian through the camp office.
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- Christian families seeking a faith-focused coed overnight camp.
- Families with children in grades 3-12, with grade-school, middle-school and high-school session options.
- Younger or first-time campers who may start with SimulRetreat, or families using Family Camp as an introduction.
- No phones or electronics; campers contact parents/guardians through the camp office.
- No transportation is arranged through the Camp Office; families must arrange rides home.
- Check extra fees, deposit and refund timing before enrolling.
Last season’s sessions (2026)
Camp Elim hasn’t published its 2027 dates yet. These are its 2026 sessions, for reference only: dates and prices usually change for the new season.
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varsity Camp1 week · Grades 9-12 | Jun 7 – Jun 12, 2026 | $625 | $729 | Ended |
| Base Camphalf a week · Grades 9-12 | Dates not published | $400 | $800 | Ask |
| Middle School Camps1 week · Grades 6-8 | Dates not published | $600 | $600 | Ask |
| Grade School Camps1 week · Grades 3-6 | Dates not published | $575 | $575 | Ask |
| SimulCamps1 week · Grades 3-6 & 6-8 or grades 6-8 & 9-12 | Dates not published | $600 | $600 | Ask |
| CoWorkers1 week · Grades 9-10 | Dates not published | $550 | $550 | Ask |
| Adventure Bound1 week · Grades 9-12 | Dates not published | $675 | $675 | Ask |
| Backcountry Trail Camp1 week · Grades 9-12 | Dates not published | $600 | $600 | Ask |
Winter camp
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Winter Camp · Grades 9-12 | Jan 29 – Jan 31 | $220 | – | Ask |
| Winter SimulCamp · Grades 3-6 / Grades 6-8 | Feb 5 – Feb 7 | $210 | – | Ask |
| Middle School Snowball Camp · Grades 6-8 | Feb 12 – Feb 14 | $220 | – | Ask |
| Grade School Winter Wonderland · Grades 3-6 | Feb 19 – Feb 21 | $210 | – | Ask |
What it really costs
Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.
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What families say about Camp Elim
★ 4.9 · 143 reviewsParents and campers describe Camp Elim as a Christian camp with a strong faith focus, many activities and facilities, and friendly staff and counselors. Reviews also praise the food and mention scholarships or reasonable pricing as helpful for families. One camper complains about being discouraged from using a Catholic Bible and about one-on-one conversion attempts with a counselor.
- Christian faith focus 6 of 11
- Activities and facilities 6 of 11
- Staff and counselors 6 of 11
- Food praised 2 of 11
- Affordable pricing 2 of 11
- Religious pressure complaint 1 of 11
Based on 11 real family reviews of Camp Elim, 2012–2026.
Reviews last checked Nov 2026
“We absolutely love Camp Elim. The staff and volunteers are amazing. There are so many activities to do, and they do a great job scheduling each day. On pick-up day, the parents get to see a video of what the week looked like. My kids have…”
“I've gone to Camp Elim since I was a little kid and have gone to over 15 camps. I love it so much and will always recommend it to everyone. I first found my faith at this camp over 4 years ago and it's been growing my faith ever since. I've gone to both…”
11 family reviews
“My son has gone three years and has enjoyed it. The scholarship program helps a lot for those who aren’t able to pay the full cost. The activities are great and kind. Friendships are made and the Bible studies. God is important.”
“My son loved this place! It's so beautiful up there. There was a swimming pool and archery and canoeing... He can't wait to go back!”
“My daughter loves going to winter camp and summer camp there! She loves chapel and looks forward to camp all year long.”
“I've gone to Camp Elim since I was a little kid and have gone to over 15 camps. I love it so much and will always recommend it to everyone. I first found my faith at this camp over 4 years ago and it's been growing my faith ever since. I've gone to both summer and winter camps, and I have to say that summer camps are definitely my favorite. Shout out to all my counselors: Alexis, Cheyanne, Emily, Sadie, and all the others I couldn't name, you guys mean the world to me. Also thanks to program who always makes our week awesome, especially Tobey, thanks for dealing with the early shut down while still making it fun. And finally to Mr and Mrs Faulkner for making Camp Elim God's own place for kids to find him, including me.”
“We absolutely love Camp Elim. The staff and volunteers are amazing. There are so many activities to do, and they do a great job scheduling each day. On pick-up day, the parents get to see a video of what the week looked like. My kids have connected with God and others while at camp every year. I would highly recommend this camp!”
“Love Camp Elim. Kids have gone there for years. Beautiful Campus, fun new friendships, Wonderful staff and counselors. Beautiful drive through Deckers.”
“Absolutely amazing Christian camp. We cannot say enough good about our sons time with these wonderful people.”
“Went here as a 12 year old because I was falsely led by a family friend to belive it was a non denominational camp and they saw my catholic bible and kept discouraging me from using it and kept trying to convert me from being catholicism on one on one sessions with my gown adult counselor which was really creepy. Would give 0 stars if I could.”
“Aye what's up I go to this camp every year and I have a blast every time I would very much recommend this camp for parents looking for a camp to take their kids to a summer camp”
“Our kids love this camp. The summer camps are priced reasonably and they really have a lot of fun activities for the kids. Plus solid Christian teaching and worship as well. The director and really all the staff is amazing. They feed the kids great food during the week too.”
“epic food. epic lodging. epic fun. what more could you ask for? camp elim has hands down the best camp food i've ever had in my years of attending summer church camps all over the country. the highlights include fajitas and churros. :] the camp area isn't huge, but it's definitely big enough for a group of around 150. there's a little chapel/meeting building, two separate cabins that were completely renovated just a few years ago, and a dining hall building with some older lodging attached to it. the new facilities are so nice! no more squeaky thin metal frame bunk beds that have been used for who knows how many years and no more gross mattresses with holes covered with peeling duct tape. there's a huge grassy field for group activities and games, a pool, basketball court, tetherball poles, a huge gazebo, and a playground. further down on the other side of the camp, there's a zip line and a ropes course. oh, and a rec room in the basement under the dining hall with a mini rock wall, ping pong table, and plenty of old board games. if your group wants to dress up and take crazy pictures or have a skit night, there's a huge closet --more like room-- full of props you can borrow. if you ever get bored or run out of stuff to do, there's a great running trail alongside the camp, leading to a lake where you can go canoeing for something like a dollar or two. summer camp at camp elim is always a great time. the staff here are super friendly and the facilities and weather are beautiful!”
Parents ask about Camp Elim
What do families say about the staff at Camp Elim?
6 of 11 family reviews mention staff and counselors. One parent wrote: “Beautiful Campus, fun new friendships, Wonderful staff and counselors. Beautiful drive through Deckers.”
What activities do campers like most at Camp Elim?
6 of 11 family reviews mention activities and facilities. One parent wrote: “The activities are great and kind. Friendships are made and the Bible studies. God is important.”
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Questions about Camp Elim
How much does Camp Elim cost in 2027?
Camp Elim hasn’t published 2027 prices yet. Last season (2026) tuition ran from $400 (Base Camp, half a week) to $675 (Adventure Bound). The lowest weekly price is $550. Extra fees: Spending money, optional picture/flash drive purchase, snacks/souvenirs
When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Elim?
Camp Elim hasn’t published its 2027 dates yet. Last season (2026) it ran: Varsity Camp: Jun 7 to Jun 12.
Does Camp Elim run a winter camp?
Yes. Camp Elim also runs winter sessions: High School Winter Camp: Jan 29, 2027 to Jan 31. Winter SimulCamp: Feb 5, 2027 to Feb 7. Middle School Snowball Camp: Feb 12, 2027 to Feb 14. Grade School Winter Wonderland: Feb 19, 2027 to Feb 21.
Can campers bring phones?
No phones or electronics; campers may use office to contact parent/guardian
What is the refund policy?
Up to 30 days before camp: full refund less $25 fee; up to 2 weeks before: full refund less deposit; less than 2 weeks: no refund
Is financial aid available?
Campership fund; contact office for assistance
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