Cabin accommodations — air conditioning, modern facilities
Campers stay in comfortable, age-appropriate housing, with trained staff members in each cabin to ensure safety and guidance. Lookout Village includes three cabins, each sleeping up to 16 campers with its own living room, bathrooms, and a deck. Sunset Lodge sleeps up to 24 campers with four bathrooms, eight toilets and showers, and a small kitchen. The Hamlet Cabin, our newest facility, sleeps 14 campers across two bedrooms and features a wood-burning fireplace, five bathrooms (two ADA compliant), and a large deck. Central heat and air conditioning are available in all primary cabin facilities.
200 acres atop Lookout Mountain in Northwest Georgia, just 20 minutes from Chattanooga
Founded
1959
Accreditations stated by camp
American Camp Association
Activities
Waterfront
Kayaking
Land Sports
Basketball
Archery
Outdoor Adventure
Hiking
Mountain biking
More activities
bouldering wall
caving
climbing wall & zip line
corn hole
creek walk
field games
four square
frisbee golf
gaga ball
high ropes course & v-swing
lake paddling
low ropes course
nature crafts
slingshot
team-building activities
vertical playpen
whitewater paddling
Clues to fit
Buddy requests — coming with a friend, especially first-timers
We encourage campers (especially first-time campers) to come with a friend. Many church parents and children's directors coordinate with each other to have all of the same-age campers from their church who are going to attend Camp Lookout come together for the same week. Buddy requests can be made during registration or by calling the camp office at 706-820-1163. Note: campers must register for the same camp session for a buddy request to work.
Camp Lookout offers a variety of adventure-based activities led by caring and well-trained staff. Safety is our primary concern during these activities. We spend a great deal of time and resources making sure you have a safe environment, well-trained instructors, and excellent equipment. These programs are very popular with campers. Options include a High Ropes Course & V-Swing 35 feet off the ground, a 400+ ft zip-line, caving in local wild caves, whitewater paddling on the Hiwassee River, mountain biking, Lake Paddling on Reflection Lake, a Climbing Wall, and USA Archery-certified instructors for archery.
Daily schedule — balance of structure and freedom, faith and adventure
Each day follows a thoughtful schedule that balances structure and freedom, blending familiar rhythms with new adventures, spiritual growth, and moments campers will carry with them long after they head home. A typical schedule includes morning devotions, exciting activities like archery, high ropes, and kayaking, meals in the dining hall, rest time, evening campfires, and worship. Every day brings new challenges, new friendships, and plenty of unforgettable memories.
Camper testimonial — first overnight, independence gained
"My son, Aiden, had never been away from home overnight without his parents ever, and he is 8 years old. We chose for this to be his first experience. You all nailed it! He loved it and loved EVERYTHING about Camp Lookout! 10 gold stars!" — Kara L.
At Camp Lookout, we believe camp is about more than just having fun (though there's plenty of that, too!). Campers practice their faith in the context of a Christian community where they are invited to belong exactly as they are, discover more about themselves and God's call in their lives, and grow by stepping outside of their comfort zones in safe, meaningful ways. This is the heart of our philosophy: creating space where fun and faith meet to shape lives in lasting ways.
Medications — Health Director, daily consultation with nurse, epi-pens travel with camper
Every week of summer camp at Camp Lookout, we have a trained Health Director (certified in advanced First Aid and CPR) who dispenses all camper medications, and oversees the wellness of campers and staff. Our Health Director is in daily consultation with a registered nurse. If your camper has an epi-pen, rescue inhaler, or any other medical device that must be with them at all times, it will be given to their counselor. These items will 'follow' your camper around all week with the staff members who stay with your camper.
Situated on 200 acres atop Lookout Mountain in Northwest Georgia, just 20 minutes from Chattanooga, Camp Lookout provides the perfect setting for these sacred experiences, whether gathered around a campfire, sharing a meal, splashing around Rock Creek, or worshiping together under the open sky.
Camp Lookout is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). This accreditation means that Camp Lookout submitted to a thorough (up to 300 standards) review of its operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management. The American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other children and youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at the camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation.
Check-in time is Monday morning from 9:00–10:00 AM. The check-in process includes a Camper Health Assessment: checking camper temperatures, discussing recent sicknesses or exposures, and going over the Health Form. From there, you can head to your cabin with your luggage, where you can sign the sign-in sheet, get settled, and meet your camper's counselor. Quick, confident goodbyes help ease transitions!
Lookout Lodge is our main dining hall, thoughtfully designed to bring campers together around the table. It seats over 150 campers for meals and includes two spacious rooms, a cozy fireplace, and a fully equipped commercial kitchen to support group dining with ease.
Financial aid — church scholarships and camp need-based scholarships
Those needing financial assistance are encouraged to apply for additional camp scholarships during the online registration process. It is our hope to be part of your camper's life throughout their camp years, regardless of whether and how your circumstances may change. Church Scholarships are available through many local churches. Camp Scholarships are also available through our Camp Lookout Scholarship Fund. We never want price to be a barrier.
