Camp Shalom Christian Camp (Maquoketa, IA): 2027 prices, dates and reviews

Camp Shalom Christian Camp is an ACA-accredited, ecumenical Christian camp in Maquoketa, Iowa, offering day, overnight and family sessions for rising 1st graders through high school seniors. It combines faith-focused Bible study and worship with traditional structured outdoor activities such as canoeing, archery, swimming and ropes courses. The camp is screen-free for campers and reports health staff, background-checked staff and dietary accommodations.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 10, 2026 on campshalomia.org

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Good fit for

Christian families seeking a faith-centered outdoor camp with worship and Bible study
First-time or younger campers, including rising 2nd–3rd graders in the half-week Discovery session and rising 1st–4th graders in Day Camp
Families who want a structured traditional camp with ACA accreditation, health staff and screened staff

Worth knowing

Campers are screen-free and have no regular phone access; communication is by letters, with office contact for emergencies
Budget for session prices from $250 to $650 plus a $75 registration fee paid at registration
The program is explicitly Christian, with Bible study and worship; check that this matches your family's preferences

2027 sessions and prices

Session	Dates	Price	Per week	Status
Village1 week · Rising 4th to 6th grade · lowest weekly price	Jun 13 – Jun 18	$625	$729	Open
Village II1 week · Rising 6th grade	Jun 13 – Jun 18	$625	$729	Open
Outpost1 week · entering 7th - 9th grade	Jun 13 – Jun 18	$625	$729	Open
Outpost II1 week · Rising 9th grade	Jun 13 – Jun 18	$625	$729	Open
Discoveryhalf a week · Rising 2nd & 3rd grade	Jun 20 – Jun 22	$325	–	Open
Senior High1 week · Rising 10th - 12th grade	Aug 1 – Aug 6	$650	$758	Open

Plus fees: $75 registration feeSource: camp’s dates and rates

Winter camp

Session	Dates	Price	Per week	Status
Winter Camp · 4th - 8th grade	Jan 15 – Jan 17	–	–	Ask

Source: camp’s dates and rates

What it really costs

Pick a session

Tuition$325

Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.

Deposit and payments$75 registration fee, paid at registration to secure a spot Source

Financial aidYes—campership assistance; application available on site. Source

Extra fees$75 registration fee Source

Activities

canoeingarcherycraftsnature explorationlow ropeshigh ropesswimminghikesfield gamescampfiresBible studyworshipcabin time

Camp life

Daily schedule

structured Source

Waterfront

Maquoketa River canoeing; swimming. Source

Phones

Screen-free; phones and electronics not allowed for campers. Source

Staying in touch

Letters; no regular phone access; office contact for emergencies. Source

First-time campers

Discovery is a half-week introduction to overnight camp; staff address homesickness. Source

Health care

Healthcare staff; medications checked in and first aid provided. Source

Food and allergies

Accommodates food allergies, intolerances and dietary restrictions; note at registration. Source

Staff checks

Background checks; child protection policies; first aid/CPR; pre-camp training. Source

Directors

Noah Scantland, Executive Director Source

Who runs it

independent ecumenical ministry (originally founded by St. Paul Lutheran Church) Source

Faith

Christian (ecumenical) Source

Visit or tour

Open House 5/16/2026 10:00 AM–2:00 PM; meet staff and tour grounds. Source

Getting there

Address

6262 Caves Rd Source

Nearest airports

Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ, 22 mi); Quad City International Airport (MLI, 45 mi)

Phone

(563) 323-2790 Source

Milwaukee157 mi

Chicago159 mi

Minneapolis237 mi

St. Louis240 mi

Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.

Questions about Camp Shalom Christian Camp

How much does Camp Shalom Christian Camp cost in 2027?

2027 tuition at Camp Shalom Christian Camp runs from $325 (Discovery, half a week) to $650 (Senior High). The lowest weekly price is $729. Extra fees: $75 registration fee

When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Shalom Christian Camp?

Village: Jun 13 to Jun 18. Village II: Jun 13 to Jun 18. Outpost: Jun 13 to Jun 18. Outpost II: Jun 13 to Jun 18. Discovery: Jun 20 to Jun 22. Senior High: Aug 1 to Aug 6.

Does Camp Shalom Christian Camp run a winter camp?

Yes. Camp Shalom Christian Camp also runs winter sessions: Winter Camp: Jan 15, 2027 to Jan 17.

Can campers bring phones?

Screen-free; phones and electronics not allowed for campers.

Is Camp Shalom Christian Camp ACA accredited?

Yes. Camp Shalom Christian Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association.

Is it good for first-time campers?

Discovery is a half-week introduction to overnight camp; staff address homesickness.

Is financial aid available?

Yes—campership assistance; application available on site.

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