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About Us

A Special Place
in the Mountains

Camp Allegheny is more than just a destination — it is a ministry dedicated to creating a safe, sacred space where individuals of all ages can experience the beauty of God's creation.

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75 Years of Ministry
1949 First Summer Season
101 Acres in the Mountains
2025 Non-Profit of the Year

More Than a Destination

Our mission is to provide excellent facilities and Christian hospitality through disciple-making programs that ignite a passionate spiritual connection with Jesus. Nestled in a beautiful mountain setting, we encourage campers to explore nature in a secure environment, allowing them to interact with people of different backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

"We believe that the greatest events in our history are the quiet moments where individuals connect or reconnect with their Maker, Savior, and Lord."

Why Parents Choose Camp Allegheny

Parents consistently choose Camp Allegheny because of our 75-year track record of safety, spiritual depth, and excellence. Families often cite the "peace of mind" they feel, knowing their children are in a secure environment led by staff who prioritize Christian values.

  • A 75-year track record of safety, spiritual depth, and excellence
  • Clean, modern facilities — including the Heartwood Center's full-size gymnasium
  • High-quality dining services that campers rave about
  • The Christian Wrangler Program — building confidence and character through our horses and ponies

Whether it is a child's first time seeing wildlife or a teenager's week of spiritual revival, parents trust Camp Allegheny to deliver a life-changing experience that brings their children closer to God and creates memories that last a lifetime.

Campers at Camp Allegheny

75 Years of Ministry

A humble beginning for a ministry that would eventually serve thousands.

1944

Our legacy began when the Allegheny Conference of the United Brethren Church purchased a 101-acre farm for $4,000.

1948

Following years of site preparation by volunteer clergy and laypersons, the grounds were dedicated.

1949

Our inaugural summer camping season launched. In those early days, campers stayed in cabins constructed from surplus World War II army barracks.

1951

We added our signature swimming pool.

1954

Construction of the Camp Center — a significant milestone in the camp's growth.

1960s–70s

Original cabins were replaced with year-round lodges.

2004

Dedication of the Heartwood Center, which transformed our dining and athletic capabilities.

2008

We expanded our ministry even further with the Christian Wrangler Program, allowing for summer equestrian events.

Today

As we celebrate 75 years, we remain committed to growing our facilities and programs to ensure that Camp Allegheny remains a beacon of faith for generations to come.

Camp Allegheny through the years

Built on a Biblical Framework

Camp Allegheny operates on a biblical theoretical framework. This framework remains similar to the original charter formed with the founding of Camp Allegheny in 1949. Even though this framework is used for the Christian, faith-based portion of our programming, the secondary, or contracted, side of operations for outside, private use continues to be inclusive and not subject to this same threshold. These guiding principles and beliefs shape the program activities that we lead, especially during summer camp — they are not expected to be a part of the operations of any other group that attends.

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Camp Allegheny · 100 Camp Allegheny Drive, Stoystown, PA 15563 · 814-754-5122 · info@campallegheny.org

Camp Allegheny operates on a biblical theoretical framework. This framework remains similar to the original charter formed with the founding of Camp Allegheny in 1949. Even though this framework is used for the Christian, faith-based portion of our programmings, the secondary, or contracted, side of operations for outside, private use continues to be inclusive and not subject to this same threshold. Below are guiding principles and beliefs of the program activities that we lead especially during summer camp. They are not expected to be a part of the operations of any other group that attends.