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Camp Ewalu
Mission Statement:

In the rhythm
of Christian life,
Ewalu serves as
a place apart
to connect
the Word of God
with the world
of God.

Camp Ewalu Main Site

Camp Ewalu:  Ewalu's main site is situated on 500 acres of woodlands and prairies surrounding the beautiful Maquoketa River valley west of Strawberry Point, Iowa.  Lodges and cabins are grouped together in the woods and offer a peaceful setting ideal for retreats, conferences and seminars of all sizes. Click on the green names below to see additional pictures and information on the cabins and lodges.

Cedar Lodge: The lodge has eight rooms with bunk beds that sleep up to 75 people.  There is a large dining room and meeting rooms for breakout sessions.  The lodge also has three fireplaces, common showers and bathrooms, and a large kitchen.  Cedar lodge is located near Walnut and Cherry Cabins which can house an additional 100 people.  Groups provide own bedding.

Cherry Lodge and Cabins: The lodge and two adjacent cabins are located on the ridge overlooking the Maquoketa River.  The lodge has a carpeted meeting room with a fireplace, kitchenette, restroom and shower facilities.   The two nearby cabins sleep a total of 40 people. Groups provide own bedding.These lodging options are currently closed for renovation.

Walnut Cabins: There are 3 newly renovated walnut cabins. Each cabin contains a meeting space, kitchenette (with coffee pot, microwave, and sink), sleeping room, and bathrooms that include shower facilities. These cabins each sleep up to 10 people.

Walnut Lodge: The newly renovated lodge completed in 2011 is located in the woods near Cedar Lodge.  It has a carpeted meeting room with a fireplace, a fully stocked kitchen, and sleeping rooms upstairs and downstairs. The upstairs offers 4 hotel style rooms with attached bathrooms which can accommodate a family of 5. The lower level has 2 rooms which each sleep 12, with a bathroom for each room that includes shower facilities.

Barred Owl Lodge: This newly constructed lodge is located close to the main parking lot and includes handicap accessible parking.  This building is heated with in floor radiant heat, making it a cozy place year round. It has a central meeting room with a stocked kitchen off to one side. This lodge has 2 rooms that each sleep 12 and 2 bathroom facilities which include showers.

Hickory Lodge: The lodge is located near Cedar Lodge in the camp's office building.  It has a carpeted meeting room, kitchenette, and two private rooms that sleep a total of eight people.  Each room contains a private bathroom and shower.  Linen service is provided.

Creation Center:  This building has breakout rooms useful for meetings or small group sessions.  It has a classroom, craft room, library, and several small meeting spaces.  The Creation Center is nearby Cedar Lodge.

Family Campground:  Campground sites are available for tents, trailers, or motor homes.  Electrical and non-electrical sites are available.

Food Service: Meals are available to all groups at camp. Groups of 20 or less may choose to do their own cooking if they are staying in Cherry, Walnut Lodge or Hickory Lodge.

Special Services: Special services available for retreat groups include:  cross-country skis, over ten miles of trails, snowshoes, canoes, pool, hayrides, ropes challenge course, volleyball court, campfires, Bible studies, games, and program assistance.  The camp staff is available to any group for retreat planning or assistance.  

Reservations & Rates:   Call to check on open dates, make reservations, or inquire about retreat fees, or go to:    

Getting There:  Camp Ewalu's main site is located 3 miles west of Strawberry Point on Highway 3.  To see a map click on the highway map to Ewalu.

Contact Info:

     Camp Ewalu
     37776 Alpha Avenue
     Strawberry Point, IA 52076
     Phone: (563)933-4700
     Fax: (563)933-6022
     camp@ewalu.org