Some History
Our Story
We are in Saugatuck, Michigan on the Kalamazoo River, just inland from the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. Only ten miles south of Holland, Michigan, and just north 1 mile of the Downtown Saugatuck docks.
Pine Trail began it’s story in 1961 when Chuck McWherter rallied some Godly men along with several Bible-preaching churches in Chicago to purchase the camp to be a place of ministry & solitude away from the busyness of Chicago. Over the years, through seasons of faithful ministry the camp was passed on to New Life Community Church of Chicago in 2015 and continues to honor Jesus in faithful ministry to kids, families, and churches both from the Chicago area & local West Michigan. The camp grounds have been revitalized, the mission reinvigorated, and our heart for outdoor Bible ministry is clear - we value Outdoor Adventure, Personal Restoration, Christ-like Character & Continual Improvement.
From fall, winter or spring retreats, to full week summer camps, we’d love to have you come adventure with us