Summer campers who are 9 years or older may have the opportunity to try out our bows and arrows during their time at camp. This activity is led by trained staff who instruct participants in a safe experience and with proper form.
*This activity may also be available during rentals and retreats depending on weather and staff availability. Because this activity requires a trained facilitator an additional fee is charged for the group.
Our basketball court, created in 2024 through the generous donations of Hooper UMC and others, is used throughout the summer by campers. Not just a basketball court but a spot for 4 square games, sidewalk chalk, and more! Use of this area is included in the experience of rental groups and retreats.
The barrel train is a lawn tractor (without the mower deck) pulling plastic barrels for children to ride it. Its a huge hit during our corn maze and summer season!
*This activity is available to rental groups and field trips upon request. There is an additional fee for this experience due to the staff facilitation required.
Camp Fontanelle has a variety of spaces for campers to enjoy time around the campfire. During our summer season each of our times of worship take place around a fire. They also get to experience cooking over a fire for a dinner, and of course s’mores!
*These areas are available to retreat groups, day rentals, and field trips upon request. This is weather dependent based on wind and/or dry conditions that would cause a fire danger or red flag warning.
Camp Fontanelle is the perfect place to bring your school class, scout troop, youth group, etc for a field trip. With 180 acres and 5 miles of trails, many opportunities for outdoor education exist. A compass course exists for orienteering, the cemetery is a great place to learn about local history, in addition to the opportunities to be outdoors and active. There are is also potential for staff facilitated activities like the barrel train, rock wall, team building, and more. The pumpkin patch and corn maze are available in the fall for groups to visit by reservation during the week as well. We are happy to help you plan the best experience for your group. Contact the office to make a reservation for your group to enjoy the great outdoors at Camp Fontanelle! Phone: 402-478-4296 or email fontanelle@greatplainsumc.org
GaGa Ball is a fan favorite activity at camp since 2010. We have several Gaga Pits around the site so no matter where campers are they can jump in and play. During the summer we make Gaga Ball even more fun by adding mud to the equation!
This activity is available to rental groups and retreats as part of your use of the site.
Camp Fontanelle has several 9-Square games set up around camp. This is a fun game that combines the traditional 4-square game with volleyball.
*This activity is available to rental groups and retreats as part of your use of the site.
During some weeks of the summer campers are treated to a hayrack ride to the barn to visit our animals. During the fall corn maze season, hayrack rides are available during public hours of the corn maze.
For rental groups and retreats hayrack rides can be part of your contract if requested ahead of time and based on staff availability. There is an extra charge for rides outside of corn maze season.
With over 5 total miles of trails, hikers can enjoy the diverse plant and animal life at Camp Fontanelle. Trails are mowed 5′ wide regularly. Being along the Elkhorn River valley, terrain is often steep and not for the tenderfoot. Buttermilk Creek, a small stream fed by springs, cuts across the camp. Many deciduous trees including towering cottonwoods as well as beautiful firs, pine, and spruce trees on Christmas tree hill provide a perfect habitat for a variety of birds. Animals inhabiting the woods include squirrels, rabbits, deer, raccoons, bobcats, opossums, coyotes, foxes, and ground hogs. Please contact the camp for permission prior to visiting to hike. Click to view a map of the trails at Fontanelle.
Human foosball is located near our Jumping Pillow. This activity was recently constructed by a scout doing their final project.
This activity is available to rental groups and retreats as part of your use of the site.
The Jumping Pillow is a fan favorite at Camp Fontanelle! Permanently installed in the ground and surrounded by 100 tons of sand. Enjoyed by kids and kids at heart of all ages! While rough play and inverted flips are never allowed, a good time is guaranteed. Adult supervision is required.
*This activity is included for rental groups and retreats as part of your use of the site.
Great for small group team-building, our facilitators will help your group to find ways to work together to conquer the challenge elements as they learn to support each other. With team challenges, spotting techniques, and time on low course elements such as Nitro Crossing, Whale Watch and Trust Fall. *Typically groups of 12 or less is best for work on the course. More than one group can participate at a time.
Completion of team building initiatives with a trained staff member are required before attempting elements on the challenge course. Staff member discretion will determine when a group is ready to move to the course.
For rental and retreat groups a trained facilitator is required to lead this activity and a fee is charged for the initiatives/low ropes course.
Chickens, and rabbits, and goats, oh my! The petting barn is a favorite for the animal lovers. Campers during the summer are able to visit the barn and learn about the various animals and how to care for them.
During corn maze season you can visit the petting barn during public hours either by hayrack ride or the walking trail over the bridge past the zipline.
This activity can be available to rental groups and retreats by request. A staff member needs to be present for participants to handle animals.
Our portable rock climbing wall, facilitated by trained staff, provides opportunity to scale the wall at 4 different difficulty levels. Those that conquer the challenge can celebrate by hitting the button at the top of their course to announce with sound that they reached the top. During public corn maze hours this activity is offered for an additional fee above the price of admission.
This activity can be available to rental groups and retreats by request based on staff availability. Weather can also play a factor in the availability of this activity. Due to the need for certified staff facilitators there is an additional fee for this activity.
The roller slide is near Fort Jones. It’s a one of a kind 40′ slide on rollers. Great fun for all ages.
We have a beautiful 30′ x 60′ swimming pool enjoyed by campers throughout the summer. A lifeguard is required at all times for any swimming to take place.
The pool is available for rental groups and retreats in season depending on staff availability and weather. There is an additional charge for this activity.
Harness up, clip in, and trust our trained staff to get you soaring safely across the ravine. From the tower to the trees below, it’s a rush of wind, laughter, and pure adventure—all under the watchful eyes of our certified zip guides
