In 2026, Camp Lookout celebrated its 99th year of operation, continuing the tradition of fun and friendship alongside the Mississippi River. The year 2027 promises to be a special time as we commemorate the camp's 100th anniversary. 

The journey began in 1927 when three leaders organized a camp for nine girls in a rented cottage just south of Montrose, Iowa. The first decade primarily took place in rented accommodations. In 1937, the current Camp Lookout site was acquired, with the lodge constructed in 1938 and four cabins added in 1940. Thanks to careful maintenance and upgrades, these original buildings remain in use today, alongside newer additions, including a certified storm shelter built in 2022.

Currently, children aged 8 to 16 are invited for a week-long camping experience, with one- and two-day sessions available for kids aged 7 to 13 who prefer a shorter stay—ideal for young or first-time campers.

Each day at Camp Lookout, from morning flagpole gatherings to the final embers of the evening campfire, is filled with activities that create cherished memories.