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Jonathan Creek

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On the Shore of Kentucky Lake

Situated on 100 beautiful acres on the shore of Kentucky Lake, Jonathan Creek is one of the premier conference center destinations in the Midwest. Guests will enjoy stunning sunsets, quiet shoreline walks, kayak adventures, and southern hospitality. Jonathan Creek boasts a wide range of high-energy and premium activities — from zip lines and bazooka ball, to kayaking and tubing, and so much more.

Conveniently located close to Murray and Paducah, Kentucky, and within driving distance of Nashville, Jackson, and Memphis, TN, Jonathan Creek can host up to 850 people for any retreat or event. Whether your group is coming for camp, booking just for the day, or planning a multi-day retreat, you’ll find just what you’re looking for with our engaging activities, varied accommodations, and diverse meeting spaces.

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Kids Camps

Kids Camps

Give your 3rd through 5th grade students a fun, engaging camp experience where they will encounter the gospel at every turn.

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Student Camps

Student Camps

Help your 6th through 12th grade students encounter the gospel like never before in a distraction-free, fun-packed environment.

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Custom Retreats

Custom Retreats

Let us do the heavy lifting and help you provide life-changing experiences with a customized plan for your next group retreat.

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Something Extra Special

Laser Tag

Whether your students are playing at camp, you want to have your group out for an afternoon, or you want to include laser tag in your next retreat. Enjoy a unique laser tag experience in an air conditioned environment.

Seven Housing Choices

Lodging

Dorm-Style Housing

Waller Dorm

Waller Dorm is located on the north side of campus, just steps from the Price Dining Hall and other main points on campus. With traditional dorm-style living, this lodging is best for large groups looking for value.

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Motel-style Housing

Gray Motel

The Gray Motel boasts the best view on campus. From the large rear deck, guests overlook a large grassy area leading to a panoramic view of the lake.

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Lodge-style Housing

Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge is tucked away off the main road in a wooded area with several other lodges. Just a quick walk from all major points on the Jonathan Creek campus, Lone Oak Lodge offers a great view of the lake from the front deck.

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Lodge-style Housing

Wallace Lodge

The New Lodge is tucked away off the main road in a wooded area with several other lodges. Just a quick walk from all major points on the Jonathan Creek campus, the New Lodge is great for groups needing comfortable lodging with a place to fellowship.

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Dorm-Style Housing

Ellison Lodge

Tucked away off the main road, Ellison Lodge offers you the option and privacy of having a whole building just for your group. Just a quick walk from all major points on the Jonathan Creek campus, this lodge has 8 rooms each capable of accommodating 8 people.

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Dorm-Style Housing

Hurst Lodge

Tucked away off the main road, Hurst Lodge offers you the option and privacy of having a whole building just for your group. Just a quick walk from all major points on the Jonathan Creek campus, this lodge has 8 rooms each capable of accommodating 8 people.

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Dorm-Style Housing

Turnbull Lodge

Tucked away off the main road, this single-group lodge has 9 rooms surrounding a large common area with a kitchenette. The common area features multiple couches and gathering areas designed to foster relationships and community.

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Dorm-Style Housing

The Lodge at Jonathan Creek

The Lodge at Jonathan Creek is in the newest addition to the lodging options at Jonathan Creek. The back deck area is a great place to fellowship and enjoy the natural forest surroundings.

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High-Energy & Premium Options

Activities

Sports Fields

Sports Fields

There will be no shortage of sports activities for our guests on property. Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Basketball and more are offered in our excellent fields and courts!

Kayaking

Kayaking

For those looking for a gentler pace, Jonathan Creek’s kayaking on Kentucky Lake allows guests to take in the serene surroundings as they paddle the lake’s shores.

Gaga Ball

Gaga Ball

Gaga ball is dodgeball with less aces to dodge! This is a fun outdoor activity in which you use a ball to get the other team out but it is all done within an octagon play pit.

Laser Tag

Laser Tag

Come suit up with phaser and vest and see if your team wins.

Zip Lines

Zip Lines

Do you like heights? Do you like an adrenaline rush? Clip in your harness and hold on! 90lb minimum, 250lb maximum

Bazooka Ball

Bazooka Ball

It's a duel! Which team will outlast the other? If you like paintball, you will love the rush of bazooka ball! It's like paintball but with soft, foam balls. No paint, no mess, no pain, ALL FUN!

Spaces For Every Group Size

Conference & Meeting Spaces

Dining Hall

Price Hall

Jonathan Creek features a modern dining facility capable of serving several hundred guests per meal. The all-you-can-eat dining experience features Kentucky-inspired cuisine, a full salad bar, and self-serve beverage station. Catered meals are available for special events.

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Worship Center

A.M. Johnson Worship Center

Jonathan Creek’s premier meeting space is the perfect place to host large conferences, retreats, and events. The Worship Center is equipped to meet all of your needs with theater-style seating, a front-projection screen, state-of-the-art sound and lighting, and a full stage.

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Conference Center

Lassiter Conference Center

Conveniently located next to the dining hall and recreation lake, Lassiter is ideal for your group’s use. This center can divide into four 60-person meeting rooms equipped with 50” wall-mounted TVs, upholstered seating, and movable walls that allow for size customization.

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Conference Center

Shoemake Chapel

Boasting some of the best views of the property and Kentucky Lake, Shoemake Chapel is perfect for groups of up to 200 to utilize and create your own unique event experience. The Chapel features a stage with lights and projection capabilities with a soundboard.

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Meeting Center

J-Cafe

The J-Café is the perfect place to fellowship in a classic coffeehouse-style setting. Featuring leather sofas, high-top tables, and chairs, surround sound, and a large projection screen, you can use the J-Café to gather your group together, enjoy some great coffee, and relax.

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Customize your retreat

Your Retreat Your Way

So, what exactly can we customize? Everything! From arrival time, to the number of meals and meal times, to meeting rooms, activities, and more — just let us know your goals and what you want, and we’ll take care of the rest. We even have sample schedules to help you plan and structure your retreat. We will only be allowing groups of 30 or more until further notice. Let us take the stress out of your next getaway so you can focus on leading your group closer to God and closer to each other. Book your custom retreat today.

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Jonathan Creek FAQs

Got Questions?

All students and adults that attend camp must complete an online Crossings Medical Release Form. In order to complete the Medical Release Form, they simply need to visit our website, gocrossings.org, and click on the Participant Account link and then create a Participant Account. Once registered for the event, the participant can fill out and sign the Medical Release Form online.

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Let us help you plan

Whether you’re ready to register for an existing event like summer camp or you’re looking for just the right venue to hold your group retreat, Crossings has you covered. We’re committed to making the process easy so you can focus on preparing your group for an experience they’ll never forget. Let’s get started!

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