Camp Accommodations & Amenities
More than a destination—it’s a place of connection, renewal, and adventure.
Experience Camp Maranatha
Camp Maranatha is a year-round camp and retreat center located just 63 miles north of Anchorage on the shores of scenic Hourglass Lake near Big Lake, Alaska.
Whether you’re planning a youth camp, church retreat, family reunion, leadership event, or small wedding, we provide the space—and the support—for a meaningful experience.
What We Offer at Camp Maranatha
Everything You Need, All in One Place
Whether you’re planning a youth camp, family reunion, church retreat, or leadership getaway, Camp Maranatha provides everything you need for a memorable stay. From cozy cabins and full-service dining to lakeside recreation, meeting spaces, and year-round activities, we’re here to help your group connect, grow, and recharge in a peaceful, natural setting.
Group Rentals
Camp Maranatha welcomes:
Churches & ministry groups
Civic organizations
Non-profit organizations
Youth & children’s camps
School or homeschool groups
Family reunions
Leadership and corporate retreats
Weddings & ceremonies (waterfront ceremonies for up to 100 guests)
We can accommodate up to 225 guests in cabins and 32 guests in the hotel in all four seasons—summer, fall, winter, and spring.
📍 Getting Here
Camp Maranatha is just over an hour north of Anchorage, offering both convenient access and a peaceful retreat into nature.
By Car:
Located at 19780 Camp Drive, Big Lake, Alaska.
Parks Highway north to Big Lake Turnoff
Left on Big Lake Road (drive approx. 3 miles)
Right on Beaver Lake Road (drive approx. 1 mile)
Left on West Lakes Blvd (drive approx. 3.5 miles)
Right on 2nd Horseshoe Lake Road (drive approx. 2 miles)
Left at Camp Lane (1/4 mile)
By Air:
68 miles (approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes) from Anchorage International Airport.
16 miles (approx. 30 minutes) from Wasilla Airport, which accommodates private planes.
Floatplane Access: Hourglass Lake is large enough to accommodate small float planes with space for temporary docking for loading/unloading, making fly-in access both easy and scenic.
Transportation from either airport can be arranged if needed. Bus rentals available.
