2025 registration is now open!

Click the button below to register for Dads Camp and Women’s Retreat, or apply for Junior Summer Staff!

Registration is first come, first served.

What is Camp Paradise?

Camp Paradise is a remote Christian retreat ministry in the north woods of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We provide intentional experiences for camp participants to grow spiritually and relationally in a distraction free wilderness setting. Owned and operated by Willow Creek Community Church since 1976, we serve campers and volunteers from across the U.S. and internationally. We invite you to check out our father-child retreat (Dads Camp), women’s retreat, summer staff, and volunteer work weeks opportunities.

Where is Camp Paradise?

Located on the banks of the Tahquamenon River, Willow Creek’s Camp Paradise is only accessible by boat. Sitting on more than 1,200 acres in the Michigan Upper Peninsula with no wifi and limited cell reception as you get closer to camp, Camp sets the perfect stage to disconnect, recharge, and engage with each other and with God.

Experience Camp

Dads Camp
Ages 8-12

It’s a challenge to carve out time with your child, but the lifelong impact is worth it!

Dads Camp is a one-on-one, wilderness retreat to help you and your child grow spiritually and relationally together. Stretch your hearts and strengthen your relationship while making memories to last a lifetime,

Women's Retreat
Ages 18+

Show up and rest. Join us on the other side of the river for just the right combination of adventure and intentional time to relax and refresh. Deepen your relationships and dwell in a space to connect with God and other women.

Summer Staff
High School Students & Young Adults

Make memories, change lives. Are you, or a student in your life, looking for a summer job? Invest your time and be a part of our 2025 Summer Staff team.

Join the life change that happens at camp, gain valuable experience, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Jr. Summer Staff
Ages 13-15

Have you aged out of camp but aren’t quite old enough to join Summer Staff?

Grab your dad and apply for the unique opportunity to work alongside the Summer Staff for a session. Make new memories and reconnect at Dads Camp while discovering what it takes to make camp come to life.

Volunteering
Ages 18+

Consider a 3 to 5-day serving trip. Bring a friend or two, serve with your small group, or show up ready to meet new people volunteering their time and skills.

Become a Financial Partner

Camp Paradise is built and maintained in whole by the generosity of others. Your contributions fulfill our mission and maintain the facilities, equipment, and resources God entrusts to our care.

Coming Soon!

Stay tuned for a new online Camp Store, coming soon!

Meet the Team

Curtis Vanden Bos
Camp Director

224-512-1940

Dan Lovaglia
Camp Pastor & Associate Director
Deana Liggett
Office Manager

224-512-1689

Abigail Dean
Communications Coordinator
This could be you!
Join our full time team!

Camp Paradise is looking for a Camp Kitchen Manager/Chef to join our full time team. Click the button below for more information!