Children’s Camps & Retreats

A Peaceful Place to Grow in Faith and Friendship

Host your next children’s camp or retreat in a Christ-centered setting where kids can learn, play, and experience God together.
Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center in St. Marys, Ohio, provides everything you need to plan a meaningful children’s event—lodging, dining, meeting spaces, and recreation—all in one beautiful, faith-filled location.

Please note: Cross Oak Camp provides the facilities, lodging, meals, and recreation spaces for your children’s camp. Your team is responsible for planning and leading all programming, activities, and supervision.

Plan with Confidence, Lead with Purpose

A Christian camp facility built for your children’s program, not ours. At Cross Oak, we partner with churches, ministries, and schools to host life-changing children’s camps and retreats. Whether you’re planning a weekend gathering or a week-long experience, our team makes it simple—from meals and lodging to meeting areas and recreation. You bring the vision and the program; we provide the space, hospitality, and support to make it happen.

Everything You Need, All in One Place

A Full-Service Camp Facility Designed for Children’s Groups

  • Comfortable lodging for 20 to 300 guests – cabins, dorms, and inn-style rooms
  • On-site dining hall with delicious, kid-friendly meal options
  • Indoor gym, outdoor pool, playgrounds, and green space for fun and connection
  • Auditorium and meeting spaces for worship, teaching, and small-group time
  • Friendly, faith-driven team to help coordinate every detail

Custom Packages, Simple Process

Every group is different, so your pricing should be too. Whether you’re bringing 20 kids or 300, our team will help you build a package that fits your goals and budget. You’ll always receive clear estimates, flexible options, and no surprises.

Lodging + Meals + Meeting Space included

Dorms, Cabins, or Inns available

Recreation areas included in off-season

Accepting reservations for upcoming seasons, including winter retreats

Trusted by Churches, Ministries, and Families

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Why Choose Us

A Place Built for Faith, Friendship, and Growth

Faith-Centered Mission

Every part of our camp reflects Christian hospitality and purpose.

All-in-One Venue

Lodging, meeting spaces, dining, and recreation—all in one location.

Flexible for Any Group Size

From small children’s ministries to 300-person camps.

Affordable Without Sacrifice

Quality experience that fits church budgets.

Hands-On, Caring Team

Personal support from planning to departure.

Everything You Need to Know Before Booking

Yes! We host groups from 20 to 300 guests and rarely have to turn anyone away.

We provide meal service for all groups to keep things safe and simple, but we work with you on menu preferences.

Sometimes. To keep pricing affordable, we may accommodate multiple groups but always ensure you have your own designated spaces.

Yes! Our gym, auditorium, and meeting areas make winter events comfortable and fun.

We recommend booking 6–12 months ahead, as prime weekends fill quickly. You can reserve dates for upcoming seasons anytime.

Let’s Bring Your Children’s Camp to Life

A Christ-centered venue that makes planning easy and purposeful.