Accommodations
Retreat Lodging & Cabin Accommodations
Our camp lodging options can host approximately 250 guests across multiple cabins and retreat-style buildings. Accommodations are comfortable, flexible, and designed for group experiences.
Lakeside Lodge
Lakeside Lodge
Total sleeping capacity: 40
The Lakeside Lodge is the largest cabin, with four rooms sleeping up to 10 each. Each room has one queen bed on a bottom bunk. Each room also has its own bathroom and shower. There is a common room connected to the four rooms with a sink, countertop, gas fireplace, and seating. The building is air-conditioned and has a beautiful view of the lake.
To see the inside of the lodge check out our virtual tour!
Retreat Center
Retreat Center
Total sleeping capacity: 72
The Retreat Center connects cabins 12 and 13. Each cabin contains six rooms that sleep up to six each. Each room has one double bed on a bottom bunk. A men’s and women’s bathroom is located across the hall, in the middle of the six rooms. The entrance of cabin 12 also holds a men’s and women’s handicap accessible restroom. 12 and 13 are connected by the “connector building,” a common room with a fireplace, couches, and plenty of space for tables and activities. Brand new bathrooms and showers have been added in a room next to the connector building.
To see the outside of the Retreat Center check out our virtual tour!
Mid-Size & Standard Cabins
Midsize Cabins
Total sleeping capacity: 16 each
Cabins 3, 4, and 5 are identical and have two rooms that sleep up to eight each. They are located within a one minute walk to restrooms and showers.
Total sleeping capacity: 24 each
Cabins 6, 7, and 8 are identical and sit near the lakeshore. Each cabin has four rooms that sleep up to six each. Each room has one double bed on a bottom bunk. There are two restrooms in each cabin with doors connected to two of the rooms.
To see the outsides of cabin’s 6, 7, and 8 and the inside of cabin 7 check out our virtual tour!
Smaller Lakeside Cabins
Smaller Cabins
Smaller cabins close to the lake — Cabins 9, 10, 14, 15 & 16.
- Sleeps up to six per cabin
- Close to lake access
Cabin 11
- Sleeps eight
- Closest cabin to the lake
Speaker’s Cabin
Speakers Cabin
Total sleeping capacity: 9
The Speaker’s Cabin is a beautiful log cabin with two bedrooms containing a double bed each, and an upstairs loft containing three twin beds and a trundle. The cabin also has a full kitchen, kitchen table, and a seating area with couches and chairs. There is one restroom with a shower. All linens and towels are provided! The cabin is reserved for the speakers of summer camps, retreats, and events. It is also used as a retreat for pastors and their families.
Recreation
Waterfront & Outdoor Activities
Our lakeside setting provides recreation opportunities in every season.
Water Activities
Water Activities
These activities make our property an ideal waterfront retreat center in Michigan.
- Kayaking
- Paddle Boats
- Paddle Boards
- Sailing
- Canoeing
- Swimming
- Water Trampoline
- Raft with diving board
- Dock for fishing and jumping
Sports & Recreation
Sports & Recreation
- Ball/soccer fields
- Fishing
- Sand and Indoor Volleyball
- Walking/Hiking Trails
- Basketball
- Pickleball
- Softball
- Roller Hockey
- Soccer
- Archery Tag
- Carpetball
- Ping Pong
- Frisbee golf
Rope & Team Building
Ropes & Team building
Effective Team Building Event … for your youth group, business, sports team, church group or other organization.
- Low Ropes Course
- Leap of Faith
- Climbing Wall
- High Ropes Course
- Bouldering Wall
- Flying Squirrel
- Jacob’s Ladder
- Firecracker
- Crate Stacking
- Giant Swing
- Canoe and Kayak Trips
Winter Activites
Winter Activities
- X-Country Ski Trails
- Ice Skating (weather dependent)
- Broomball
- Ice Hockey (weather dependent)
- Downhill Skiing / Snowboarding (available at Crystal Mountain or Caberfae Peaks)
Venues
Retreat & Conference Facilities
Our facilities are designed to support both large gatherings and intimate breakout sessions. These flexible meeting environments make our property ideal for church retreats, school camps, nonprofit gatherings, and leadership conferences.
Welcome Center
Arrive to PLCBC using South Camp Delight Rd. and come on in to the Welcome Center to register, get information and check in with our staff. This building also has large meeting rooms with fire places, a conference room and an outdoor fireplace. This is where the PLCBC Office is located. During the school year, Portage Lake’s office hours are generally 9AM-4PM. The Welcome Center also has a screen with a projector and a full sound system.
To see the Welcome Center check out our virtual tour!
Chapel
Chapel
The Chapel has flexible seating for 250+, video projection, a sound system and stage lighting. The computer system runs ProPresenter, as well as Key Note (Powerpoint adaptable). This is Camps’ largest meeting space to host speakers, hold worship services and watch movies.
To see the outside and inside of the chapel check out our virtual tour!
Amphitheaters
Amphitheaters
There are three outdoor amphitheaters and several campfire pits at PLCBC. What would camp be without a campfire to gather around and s’mores? One amphitheater is located along the beach of Portage Lake, and the other two are in more wooded areas.
To see the lakeside amphitheater and newest wooded amphitheater check out our virtual tour!
Dining Hall
The dining hall has seating for up to 275 and has a spectacular view of Portage Lake. Our cooks are fantastic! They can make anything from hot dogs and hamburgers to authentic fajitas and chicken cordon bleu. PLCBC is NOT a peanut-free facility. We do strive to accommodate all camper needs. Campers are welcome to bring food to meet their specialized diet if needed. Please contact camp with any questions regarding food restrictions or if your child has extreme food allergies.
Coffee, hot chocolate, and juice are available at all meals and coffee is available all day long at the dining hall! The building also has a lounge with a fireplace and a game room that includes ping pong, carpet ball, and other activities.
To see the dining hall and game room check out our virtual tour!
Gym
The full-sized gymnasium is used year round for countless activities and games. Basketball, dodgeball, volleyball, pickleball, 9-square, anything! The gym also has a climbing wall, bouldering wall, and crate stacking.
To see the gym check out our virtual tour!
Cool Beans
Cool Beans is our coffee shop, camp store, and is also connected to our “Canteen” candy and treat shop. It is a great place to enjoy specialty coffee drinks, purchase Portage Lake merchandise, grab a snack, chat with friends, or relax and read a book!
To see the outside of Cool Beans check out the “Chapel Field” section of our virtual tour!
Plan Your Michigan Retreat
With lakeside lodging, structured activities, and fully equipped meeting spaces all on one campus, Portage Lake offers a seamless retreat experience. Groups can customize schedules with recreational activities, worship gatherings, team-building programs, and shared meals — all without leaving the property.
Whether you are planning:
Church retreats
Waterfront Fun
Men's or women's retreats
Leadership intensives
Explore miles of forest trails
School outdoor education programs
Family camps
Our team is ready to help you create a meaningful and memorable experience.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Portage Lake offers a variety of cabins and retreat-style accommodations for groups of all sizes. Options range from smaller lakeside cabins for 6–8 people to large lodges that can house 24–40 guests. All cabins have access to bathrooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces.
Ready to Experience Portage Lake?
For more than 70 years, Portage Lake Bible Camp has been creating unforgettable experiences where faith grows, friendships form, and adventures never end.
Whether you're looking for the perfect summer camp for your child, a meaningful family getaway, or a transformative retreat for your group, we can't wait to welcome you to our corner of Northern Michigan.
Start planning your Portage Lake adventure today.