Camp McDowell

Camp McDowell is a year-round conference and retreat venue in Nauvoo, Alabama, set among forests, canyons, waterfalls and the banks of Clear Creek. The property offers a distinctive setting for organisers planning conferences, retreats, educational gatherings, religious events, weddings, family reunions and other group occasions.

The venue welcomes groups ranging from small gatherings to events for more than 800 guests. Its meeting spaces include lodge common areas, intimate rooms, medium-sized halls, chapels, performance spaces and large conference and dining facilities. Doug Carpenter Hall can accommodate up to 800 people, while the Chapel of St. Francis, Hall Hall and other spaces provide flexible options for presentations, ceremonies, meals, workshops and social programmes. Several rooms include Wi-Fi, kitchens, fireplaces, porches, pianos, Smart TVs and built-in sound equipment.

Overnight accommodation is available in hotel-style rooms and cabins, making it possible to host residential conferences, multi-day retreats and group celebrations on one site. Organisers can also make use of outdoor areas, pavilions, fields, lakeside spaces, hiking trails and recreational facilities for informal gatherings, team activities and breaks between sessions.

Camp McDowell provides a relaxed, welcoming environment with an emphasis on hospitality, accessibility and connection with nature. Its setting and range of facilities make it suitable for both structured business programmes and more informal residential events. The team also offers reservation support, venue tours, dining options and practical assistance with planning a group stay or event.