Welcome to Camp Tuckabatchee!

Est. in 1927

Camp Tuckabatchee is a summer youth camp dedicated to enriching the lives of children through nature and the camp experience. This independent camp provides transformative, outdoor education to develop an understanding of and an appreciation for nature. Camp Tuckabatchee provides an environment free of technology and is constantly striving to keep facilities and programs current while maintaining strong traditional ties to the past.

Camp Tuckabatchee is located aproximately 90 miles southwest of Chicago north of the Route 80 and Illinois Route 23 junction. The camp covers 210+ acres of wooded hills and creek valleys.

Giving to Camp

All donations are used for:

  • program improvements and expansion
  • building and property maintenance

Camp Tuckabatchee is an Independent Non-For-Profit 501 (c) 3 organization

Funding comes from:

  • donations
  • summer youth camp fees
  • rentals
  • fundraising
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Summer Youth Camps and Rentals 

We offer amazing camping and rental packages. 

Camp Tuckabatchee is a picturesque location for weddings, retreats, reunions, educational trips, parties and more. The property can be rented hourly, daily, and weekly.

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Volc Lodge Winterized

Volc Lodge Winterized

Perfect Company Picnics, Retreats, Family Reunions, and Private Parties.  This facility is heated with a full kitchen and bathrooms.

Main Camp

Main Camp

Main Camp has 3-season availability and includes 10 rustic sleeping cabins, a dining hall with kitchen, two bathhouses, and pool with pool house and bathroom.

Hiking & Outdoor Fun

Hiking & Outdoor Fun

We offer several primitive camping locations with 200+ acres of wooded hiking areas and creek access locations.

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 Executive Director ~ Rj Swett
Camp Director ~ Elizabeth Swett

Phone: (815)-433-2984
1973 N 35th Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350


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Copyright © Camp Tuckabatchee

In loving memory of Kelly Bunnell

In Memory of Kelly Bunnell 8/6/1960 to 9/10/2021

8/6/1960 to 9/10/2021