Camp Akita

4.8

1684 Knox Rd 1200 N, Gilson, IL 61436

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
STEM.
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
STEM.
Boys & girls aged 7-17•Mon–Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 7-17
Mon–Sun from 0
25/day & 100/week

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Adventure, Faith, and Friendship in the Heart of Illinois

Outstanding for its welcoming Christian atmosphere, diverse outdoor activities, and devoted staff, this camp is a gem. Children gain confidence, forge friendships, and enjoy swimming, horseback riding, creative arts, and worship. Parents will value the camp's safety record, ACA accreditation, and flexible discounts. A 1:4 staff-to-camper ratio ensures extra care, welcoming children of all backgrounds.
Outstanding for its welcoming Christian atmosphere, diverse outdoor activities, and devoted staff, this camp is a gem. Children gain confidence, forge friendships, and enjoy swimming, horseback riding, creative arts, and worship. Parents will value the camp's safety record, ACA accreditation, and flexible discounts. A 1:4 staff-to-camper ratio ensures extra care, welcoming children of all backgrounds.

Location & hours

1684 Knox Rd 1200 N, Gilson, IL 61436

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Swimming
Boating/canoeing
Horseback riding
Rock climbing
Zip line
Mountain biking
Archery
Basketball
Gymnastics
Fishing
Tubing
Arts & crafts
Music
Photography
Geocaching
RC cars
Bible study
Worship
High-ropes course
Water play
Sports
Wilderness survival
Ultimate fitness & health
Drama
Fine arts
Aquatics
Nature activities
Coding
Gaming
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
STEM.
Swimming
Boating/canoeing
Horseback riding
Rock climbing
Zip line
Mountain biking
Archery
Basketball
Gymnastics
Fishing
Tubing
Arts & crafts
Music
Photography
Geocaching
RC cars
Bible study
Worship
High-ropes course
Water play
Sports
Wilderness survival
Ultimate fitness & health
Drama
Fine arts
Aquatics
Nature activities
Coding
Gaming

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

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What people are saying

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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