Camp McDowell

Camp McDowell With 770 beds, we are the largest episcopal camp & conference center in the U.S. 1200 acres of canyons, trails, streams, rivers, waterfalls!
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McDowell is a ministry of the Episcopal churches in the diocese of Alabama and, since 1947, has welcomed people from all faiths and backgrounds. We are host to McDowell Environmental Center, McDowell Farm School, the Alabama Folk School, Summer Camp on Clear Creek, Bethany Village, and the Conference Center!

Join us November 12-15 for Alabama Folk School’s 2026 Creative Retreat at Camp McDowell! This restful weekend is design...
06/01/2026

Join us November 12-15 for Alabama Folk School’s 2026 Creative Retreat at Camp McDowell!

This restful weekend is designed to give you focused time to create, reflect, or simply relax in the peaceful fall setting. Bring your personal projects or just come to unwind. Enjoy delicious meals, cozy lodging, nature trails, and quiet space to work or rest.

All are welcome. Reserve your spot and make this retreat your own! https://campmcdowell.org/dates-rates/creative-retreat-2026

Students from Jasper Junior High School recently took learning beyond the classroom with a visit to McDowell Farm Schoo...
05/29/2026

Students from Jasper Junior High School recently took learning beyond the classroom with a visit to McDowell Farm School! They had the opportunity to get hands-on with farm life, learning more about where food comes from, sustainability, and the work that goes into caring for the land.

Experiences like these help students connect what they learn to the world around them, and we were so glad to welcome them!

Learn more about McDowell Farm School at https://campmcdowell.org/mcdowell-farm-school-overview

Whether you order through the Camp Store, bring one to drop off, or mail it in, care packages are a great way to brighte...
05/27/2026

Whether you order through the Camp Store, bring one to drop off, or mail it in, care packages are a great way to brighten your camper’s day!

Learn more at mcdowellsummercamp.org/mail-care-packages.

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.Wishing everyo...
05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day from all of us at Camp McDowell.

Summertime at Camp McDowell is officially in session, and we couldn’t be more excited! ☀️Today begins a season full of w...
05/22/2026

Summertime at Camp McDowell is officially in session, and we couldn’t be more excited! ☀️

Today begins a season full of worship, meaningful work, creative activities, time on the farm, canoeing, campfire songs, and plenty of play.

Welcome, campers!

We are so grateful to have been welcomed in prayer and worship at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Jasper Al on Sunday as we...
05/20/2026

We are so grateful to have been welcomed in prayer and worship at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Jasper Al on Sunday as we prepare for another summer at Camp McDowell.

Thank you to everyone who lifted up our staff, campers, and the season ahead. These young people are getting ready to pour so much energy, care, laughter, patience, and love into the weeks to come, and it means the world to send them into summer covered in prayer and surrounded by encouragement.

We can’t wait for all that God has in store at Camp this year!

The Episcopal Church in Alabama

We want to hear from you! Share your memories with us by filling in the blank: "My first visit to Camp McDowell was in _...
05/18/2026

We want to hear from you! Share your memories with us by filling in the blank: "My first visit to Camp McDowell was in ______."

Whether it was last year or decades ago, each visit to Camp McDowell is special. Drop your year in the comments!

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105 Delong Road
Nauvoo, AL
35578

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+12053871806

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