A Place to Unplug, Explore & Belong
1,200 acres of Arkansas wilderness. A community rooted in faith, wonder, and belonging for campers, families, and retreat groups alike.
“I really felt the power that my summer camp counselors held in molding me and the other campers. They invited us to join a community where everyone is welcome. I really loved that.”
Hannah L., Ferncliff camper, counselor
Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center
1720 Ferncliff Road, Little Rock, AR 72223
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90 Yrs
Serving families since 1937
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1,200
Acres of Arkansas wilderness
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10 miles
from Little Rock
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24/7
Nurse on-site all summer
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100%
Background-checked staff & counselors
Grades 1–12
Summer Camp
Small family groups that stay together all week: adventure, faith, and lifelong friendships.
Day Camp
Grades 1–8
Archery, canoeing, swimming, and nature exploration with caring counselors.
Overnight Camp
Grades 3–12
Independence, leadership, and adventure in a safe, faith-filled environment.
Learn More about Overnight Camp
Safety & Care
Background-checked counselors
CPR & Red Cross certified
Certified lifeguards
24/7 nurse on-site
Small family group model
Retreats & Meetings
Host your church, school, or organization in 1,200 acres of peaceful Arkansas wilderness.
Accommodations
Lodges, cabins, and dormitories for groups of all sizes.
Meals
Farm-to-table meals prepared fresh for your group.
Outdoor Spaces
Meeting rooms and open-air venues surrounded by nature.
Take a Tour of Ferncliff
Explore our facilities from anywhere before you visit.
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Ferncliff Nature Preschool
Year-round outdoor education where little learners explore the woods, build forts, and grow through play in the great outdoors.
Wildcraft Outdoor Homeschool Program
A weekly nature-based learning community for homeschool students in 1st through 4th grade near Little Rock, Arkansas.
Learn About Wildcraft →
Make an Impact Through Service
Help Ferncliff bring hope to communities through disaster relief and volunteer service. Donate supplies, assemble relief kits, or volunteer your time as an individual or group.
Donate Relief Kits & Supplies
Support families recovering from disasters by donating relief kits or essential supplies.
You can help by:
- Assemble relief kits
- Donate supplies
- Drop off donations
- Meet current needs
Serve Alongside Us at Ferncliff
Ferncliff is a place where groups come to do good work. Bring your mission team, church, school, or small group, and spend a day or a weekend serving with us.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- Prepare disaster relief kits at our Disaster Assistance Center
- Build beds for children with Sleep in Heavenly Peace
- Take on service projects around camp
Service days are scheduled ahead with our Mission & Outreach team, so we can match your group to the right project and have everything ready when you arrive.
Stories from Ferncliff
Real people. Real impact. Real transformation.
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We All Did That: A Mission Team Discovers Its Strength
Five young people from three Pittsburgh-area churches spent a week at Ferncliff repackaging disaster kits, building beds, staining benches, and…
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We All Did That: A Mission Team Discovers Its Strength
This summer, Mary, Daisy, Wyatt, Maddie, and Abby traveled from the Pittsburgh area to Ferncliff for a week of service.…
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Poppy and Cub: When Camp Comes Home
“The lunch part!” Poppy Copeland doesn’t hesitate when she’s asked about her favorite thing at Ferncliff and the people that…
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Real voices
What Families & Groups Are Saying
Thousands of families, campers, and retreat leaders have found something meaningful at Ferncliff. Here are a few of their stories.
Daisy
Mission Youth, Pittsburgh Mission Teams
“The world is very intent on making a lot of people, but especially young people, feel helpless. The best way to combat that is to physically do something. It’s important for the spirit to see tangible, small differences being made. And it’s like, you’re making it.”
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“Our daughter looks forward to Ferncliff all year. It’s her home away from home! What I love most about it is I know it’s a place where they love our child as if she’s their own.”
Parent
Summer 2025
parent
“I’ve never camped outdoors before. At first I was concerned and not looking forward to it, but then once I was there, I realized I would do it again.”
Camper
Summer 2025
Camper
Ferncliff is just a place where you can take a deep breath and relax and come just to commune with God, commune with nature, and find yourself.”
Nancy D.
Retreat Attendee, Camper Parent and Grandparent
Parent
Support Ferncliff’s Mission
Your generosity keeps camp accessible, our land protected, and our doors open to all.
General Fund
Directly supports scholarships, maintenance, and programming.
Legacy Society
Plan ahead to protect Ferncliff for generations to come.
Connect. Inspire. Transform.
Capital Campaign
Help Ferncliff continue to change lives for the better.
Every dollar stays local. Strengthening community. Stewarding Creation.
Rooted in faith, grown through generosity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ferncliff has served families for nearly 90 years across 1,200 acres of Arkansas wilderness.
Yes. Our three-tier pricing model and scholarship fund help make camp accessible.
Discovery Camp welcomes children in grades 1–5, while our Nature Preschool serves younger children.
Absolutely. We host churches, schools, nonprofits, and businesses year-round with lodging, meals, and meeting spaces.
Ferncliff is rooted in Christian values and historically connected to the Presbyterian tradition.
We hire counselors, staff, and seasonal workers each year. Visit our careers page or contact us to learn more.