Camp Fontanelle was created in 1959 by the United Methodist Church with the main mission of creating an atmosphere of intentional Christian community through summer camping programs. Our faith based summer camps are available from Memorial Day through mid-August. We have residential camps for ages 4 -18 with preschool through 2nd graders attending with a trusted adult. Anyone can come to camp, not just those attending a United Methodist Church. The corn maze and pumpkin patch is a fundraising and educational mechanism to support our main mission. Your generosity and participation are much appreciated. Camp Fontanelle has 183 acres of trails and nature and now serves both adults and children through its programming. The camp is available for other groups (scouting retreats, reunions, confirmation retreats, youth groups, birthday parties, etc.) for the remainder of the months. Heated and air-conditioned facilities, lodging, and meals are available to groups making reservations. Programs for groups include outdoor laser tag, movie nights, jumping pillow, zip lines, sleeping in tree boats, swimming, water slides, challenge course, and recreational tree climbing. Requests for information and reservations can be made by contacting Camp Fontanelle. More information and pictures are available on our website at www.campfontanelle.com
Driving Directions
FROM OMAHA: Take Maple or Dodge to Highway 275 West to Fremont. Follow 275 bypass to north side of Fremont and then turn right (north) on Highway 77 North. Go on Highway 77 North for about 3+ miles and then take a right (east) on Highway 91 east for 4 miles to the village of Fontanelle. Turn right (south) at the village of Fontanelle and go 2 miles. The road will turn to gravel and wind a bit. Camp Fontanelle's entrance will be on the right hand side of the road. When you see a big barn with a green metal roof, you are where you want to be!
FROM NORTH OMAHA/BLAIR: Take Highways 75 or 133 north to Blair. If on Highway 133, you'll have to go north another few miles on Highway 30 until you reach Blair. Go west on Highway 91 to the village of Fontanelle (about 15 miles from Kentucky Fried Chicken). Turn left (south) at the village of Fontanelle and go 2 miles. The road will turn to gravel and wind a bit. Camp Fontanelle's entrance will be on the right hand side of the road. When you see a big barn with a green metal roof, you are where you want to be!
FROM LINCOLN: Take Highway 77 North through Fremont. On the north side of Fremont by the Sapp Bros. proceed another 3+ miles and then take a right (east) on Highway 91 east for 4 miles to the village of Fontanelle. Turn right (south) at the village of Fontanelle and go 2 miles. The road will turn to gravel and wind a bit. Camp Fontanelle's entrance will be on the right hand side of the road. When you see a big barn with a green metal roof, you are where you want to be!
FROM NORTH OF FREMONT: Take Highway 275 East or Highway 77 South to the Highway 91 East junction about 3 miles north of Fremont. Take a left (east) on Highway 91 east for 4 miles to the village of Fontanelle. Turn right (south) at the village of Fontanelle and go 2 miles. The road will turn to gravel and wind a bit. Camp Fontanelle's entrance will be on the right hand side of the road. When you see a big barn with a green metal roof, you are where you want to be!
When
Opening Date: Sunday September 15, 2013
Closing Date: Sunday November 3, 2013
Hours of Operation
Saturdays
1 pm to 7 pm
Sundays
1 pm to 7 pm
Saturday October 19th
7 - 10 pm - Haunted
Friday October 25th
7 - 10 pm - Haunted
Saturday October 26th
7 - 10 pm - Haunted
Group Reservations
Please provide preferred dates and times, number of tickets needed (adult and children), contact name, and telephone number for confirmation.
Camp Fontanelle is the place to be on September 15th for an eventful afternoon. The corn maze opens at 1 pm. Auction, live entertainment, pony rides, laser tag, tree climbing, and more today only!
September - November Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkins of all sizes available, all for free will donation. Suggested prices posted, all donations support summer camp at Camp Fontanelle. Pick from gourds and pumpkins of all sizes up to 30 lb. carving pumpkins in our 2+ acre patch.
4th Annual Wilderness 5k run/1 mile walk
Oct. 26 - race/walk begins at 4 pm followed by a spaghetti meal & worship. Run or walk the hills of Camp Fontanelle. Register or download form at www.campfontanelle.com
Search For Treats - Oct. 20 2 pm - 4 pm
Bring your candy bag and search for goodies as you try to conquer the maze. Representatives from area churches will be positioned within the maze.
Movie Nights Oct. 19, Oct. 25 & Oct. 26, 2013
At dusk (6:45ish) a movie will be projected using our LCD projector by the petting barn. Bring the family and your lawn chairs for an outdoor movie experience around a campfire! Check out the maze after the movie!
Haunted-Oct. 19, 25 & 26, 2013 7 -10 pm
Experience the sounds and sights (bring a flashlight!) of rustling corn and other surprises as you try to solve our maze in the darkness of the country night! NEW in 2013 Short maze no spooks, Long maze only will have spooks.
Toys for Tots - Sunday October 20, 2013
Bring a girls or boys new toy valued at $5 or more and get free admission! One toy = one free admission. Marines will receive toys 2-4 pm
LASER TAG & ZIP LINES Sept. 15 - Nov. 3
Enjoy Camp Fontanelle's outdoor laser tag in the maze. Games are $3 for a 10 minute game. Zip Line $10 for 2 rides. 2-6 pm on Sat. & Sundays. Call or make online reservations outside of regular maze hours.
School Field Trips - Sept. - Nov. 3, 2013
For $5/student, enjoy the corn maze, petting barn, hike trails, get a small pumpkin or gourd, and use game area. 1 free chaperone/8 kids. Visit http://www.cornfieldmaze.com/planting_fieldtrips.html for details. Get password upon booking event.
Hayrides & Pony Rides
Free Hayrides on Saturdays and Sundays. Times of rides will be posted daily at the maze. Cost for reservation groups is $1/person for hayrides. Pony rides $2 from 2 pm to 6 pm on Sat. & Sundays