Camp Robert Drake

On The Banks Of The Salt Fork

Discover Central Illinois' Premier Scouting Summer Adventure!

Immerse in a unique blend of scenic wonders and unparalleled program excellence. From memorable first-year experiences to advanced adventures for seasoned veterans.

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Spotlights News!

Iron Scout

With the addition of our new metalwork shop comes a fresh new camp award. Attend multiple sessions of summer camp and earn the title of Iron Scout!

Candy Bar Sale 2024

The candy arrived early! Click the button to find out more.

Camp Drake Through the Lens

  • Kayaking at Poncho Pond

  • Practice first aid

  • Card Board Boat Races

  • Gaga Ball

    Pit built courtesy of Troop 25!

  • Water Volleyball during Pool Games

  • Learning marksmanship during rifle merit badge

  • Fishing at Poncho Pond

  • Riding ATVs in old TreX program

  • Cub Scouts version of fast and furious!

  • Archery during Cub Scout adventure camp

  • Scoutmaster cookoff

    Don’t worry leaders, we have activities for you too!

  • Order of the Arrow (OA) Big Games

  • Watch camp staff battle it out in challenges!

  • Float tube trip on the Salt Fork!

  • Pratice reverence at the Camp Drake chapel

  • Volleyball at the Sand Pit!

  • Cubmaster belly flop competition!

    Ouch, that’s going to hurt!

  • Finish the week with our perfectly golden-brown lumberjack pancakes!

    They are flipped with a snow shovel! 😲

RESERVE A SITE AT CAMP DRAKE

Did you know that Camp Robert Drake facilities are available for rental by Scout units and other organizations most weeks of the year? How incredible! Contact Susan Coller at 217-531-0219 or Susan.Coller@scouting.org to reserve a site or if you have any questions.

By registering a reservation online, you acknowledge that the reserving group will comply with all Camp Drake Rules and Regulations and all Boy Scouts of America Youth Protection policies (including Two-Deep Leadership) during your stay.