Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center

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Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center Stronghold Center is a four-season retreat and camping center that provides great experiences for all and memories that last a lifetime!
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Stronghold Center is a four-season camp, conference and retreat center, and banquet venue. Our facilities include wilderness cabins, a camping area, dining hall, 3 meeting rooms, and seven retreat houses able to accommodate up to 200 guests. Located in Oregon, IL, the beauty of nature exists in a variety of environments, all along bluffs overlooking the Rock River. Founded in 1963, Stronghold Center proudly continues to provide a variety of Christian and secular programming and events. Our unique programming includes summer camps for ages 6-18, challenge courses, and a Confirmation Retreat. In October, Stronghold hosts the annual Olde English Faire. Stronghold is also a great location for one-day seminars, business meetings and professional development programs, tours, church picnics, family reunions, weddings and so much more! Stronghold is a place to see so don't wait any longer, come see what we have to offer and enjoy the beautiful scenery right here in Oregon, IL.

Ever wondered what a day at the Faire holds? Picture knights in armor and royalty in procession, Vikingsat the ready, mi...
09/10/2026

Ever wondered what a day at the Faire holds? Picture knights in armor and royalty in procession, Vikings
at the ready, minstrels and jesters, dancing in the open field, horses, and tours through the castle itself.

It is a full weekend of wonder for every age, and it is all waiting for you at at Stronghold Castle in Oregon, IL. October 3rd and 4th 2026.

Oregon, IL is getting ready for another great experience our annual fundraiser  "The Olde English Faire at Stronghold Ca...
09/02/2026

Oregon, IL is getting ready for another great experience our annual fundraiser "The Olde English Faire at Stronghold Castle".

Tickets for Stronghold's Annual Olde English Faire are officially on sale. Join us Saturday, October 3rd or Sunday, October 4th 2026 for two days of merriment, history, and revelry on the grounds you love. Knights and royalty, Vikings and jesters, artisans, music, horses, and castle tours all await.

Tickets are availbale online this year and at the gate, so grab yours early and come ready to step back in time.

Information / tickets in 1st comment!

Something is stirring at Stronghold in Oregon, IL. The banners are nearly ready, the grounds are being prepared, and one...
09/01/2026

Something is stirring at Stronghold in Oregon, IL. The banners are nearly ready, the grounds are being prepared, and one of our favorite weekends of the year is almost upon us.

Tickets for the Annual Olde English Faire go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2nd 2026.

Mark your calendars, gather your court, and we will see you when the gates open October 3rd and 4th 2026

When you play together good things happen
06/11/2026

When you play together good things happen

It's time to get excited!!!  Stronghold Summer Camp is almost here!  If you haven't registered yet, there's still time t...
05/20/2026

It's time to get excited!!! Stronghold Summer Camp is almost here! If you haven't registered yet, there's still time to join us for a great summer. Some camps are full and others are filling quickly so register today to secure your spot.

05/17/2026

What an absolute beautiful wedding here at Stronghold this weekend!! Miles and Kristi were so amazing and their guest were just as awesome as they were. Thank you so much for choosing Stronghold for your destination wedding

05/17/2026

As we approach a very busy summer and fall here at Stronghold we are looking to hire more kitchen staff and another cook. If you have any interest and or know someone looking for some extra work please send them our way. Please ask for Kitty!

Thank you in advance!

We have a magnificent director and friend here at Stronghold. If it was not for Dr. Danny Pierce we would not be where w...
05/08/2026

We have a magnificent director and friend here at Stronghold. If it was not for Dr. Danny Pierce we would not be where we are today. Thank you Danny for all of your hard work and dedication to this beautiful piece of history ❤️

Dr. Danny Pierce has always been open to new ideas. He was once a baker and managed a health food store. He worked as a lifeguard, provided hospice care and taught outdoor leadership for the Wilderness Education Association before becoming a college professor. “I’ve done a little of everything,....

04/11/2026

Address

1922 N IL Route 2
Oregon, IL
61061

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+18157326111

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