Camp Istrouma is a retreat center and summer camp located 10 miles northeast of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The camp features 167 acres of magnificent south Louisiana natural woodlands. Some of the outstanding features of the camp grounds are its miles of beautifully marked nature trails along Sandy Creek with its bluffs and beaches. These trails can be reached by crossing the famous “Old Swinging Bridge”. There is also a seven-acre recreational lake which provides many high adventure water activities year round. The camp is owned and operated by the United Methodist Church. At Camp Istrouma retreat facility and summer camp, we are “Impacting Lives Forever.” Through the years, we’ve had the privilege of making a difference in countless lives, first through summer camps, and then with outdoor adventure activities and retreats. Now, let us extend that service to you. Whether you’re looking for an incredible Summer Camp, an out-of-the-ordinary adventure activities experience, or a serene place to hold a retreat, Camp Istrouma retreat center in Greenwell Springs, Louisiana is the place for you.

Camp Type:  Residential Year Established: 1958 Gender: Coed Age of Campers: 7 to 18 years old Cost/Week: $76.00-$200.00/wk Religious Affiliation: Camp Owner(s): United Methodist Church Camp Director(s): David Brignac Nearest Large City: Baton Rouge Off Season Rental:

Camp Focus: Religious Camps: Methodist Special Accommodations: Blob Zipline Waterslide

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CAMPING SESSION 2004

Younger Elementary
(Completed 2nd or 3rd grade in 2004)
Co - Director: Bill & Judy Willis

June 21 - June 24


Older Elementary I
(Completed 4th or 5th grade in 2004)

July 5-9

Older Elementary 2
(Completed 4th or 5th grade in 2004)

July 19 - 23

Junior High I
(Completed 6th or 7th grade in 2004)

June 28 - July 2

Junior High II
(Completed 6th or 7th grade in 2004)

July 12 - July 16

Senior High
(Completed 8th through 11th in 2004)

(June 14-18)