L-Kee-Ta
Camp L-Kee-Ta
The 150-acre Camp L-Kee-Ta is nestled between the Skunk River and the small community of Danville, Iowa, about 12 miles from Burlington. It is a pristine, wooded outdoor paradise. It is full of lush vegetation, large oak and hickory trees, a meadow and a creek that winds lazily through the property.
L-Kee-Ta offers tree houses, cabins, huts and a four-season troop house featuring a great room with fireplace, two sleeping areas, bathrooms, showers and a kitchen.
The camp began in 1945, thanks to a generous gift from the local Elks Club. A little girl named Karen Wilson suggested the name because she said it meant “Lady Elk” in a Native American language.
Facility Rental
Facility rental is available in spring, fall and winter at all camp properties. For more information or to reserve a facility, please contact Camp L-Kee-Ta Ranger Chet Scott or call 319-392-4505.
| Facility | Usage | Max. Cap. | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotty Hicklin Troop House Log house with basement and full kitchen. | Year-round | 32 |  |
| Dankwardt Lodge Masonry lodge, dining hall. | Year-round | 75 |  |
| Wellness Center Wood frame with full kitchen. | Year-round | 12 |  |
| Hickory Hills Cabins Five log cabins. | Seasonal | 20 |  |
| Trails End Huts Five wood frame huts. | Seasonal | 20 |  |
| Maple Creek Tree Houses Five wood frame tree houses. | Seasonal | 20 |  |
| Hidden Circle Tent Site Five platform tents with fire circle cooking and picnic shelter. | Seasonal | 20 |  |
| Timber Trail Tent Site Five platform tents with fire circle cooking and picnic shelter. | Seasonal | 20 |  |
| White Oaks Tent Site Three platform tents with fire circle cooking. | Seasonal | 12 |  |
| Swimming Pool & Shower House | Seasonal |  |
