Gulf Coast Bible Camp is built for unforgettable summer fun, but it's also so much more than that. At GCBC, kids see Christ in a new and powerful way. It's a place where fun opens the door for kids to build faith that lasts.
We love summer, but GCBC is here for you year-round! We have school-year retreats for students of all ages - from elementary to college. The camp is also available to rent for your own retreats!
GCBC offers a welcoming, Christ-centered environment where kids and adults alike can step away from everyday distractions and focus on their faith. Surrounded by the quiet beauty of God’s creation, GCBC creates space for meaningful worship, genuine friendship, and spiritual growth. Through biblical teaching, shared experiences, and a strong sense of community, Gulf Coast Bible Camp leaves a lasting impact on everyone who passes through its gates.
There are thousands of summer camps across the country where kids can have fun. But a camp where kids can have the best week of their summer AND walk away with lifelong memories anchoring them not just to a place but to God, now that's something special. Give your kids a summer they'll never forget at GCBC.
Trade the traffic for trees, and experience all the awe-inspiring beauty of nature, just a short drive from the bustling Gulf Coast. We're nestled in the heart of the piney woods, far from all the chaos of the man-made world. Here, kids see God's creation just the way He created it.
The world is getting lonelier for kids, even as it becomes more and more connected. At camp, kids build real friendships on the foundation of shared experiences and a shared faith in Christ. Meaningful frienships formed at camp become an important part of a child's life well after the summer ends.
Hi! My Name is Tate Bivens, I’ve been the Camp Director here at GCBC since 2023. I have a passion for camp ministry, and I have a passion for serving our God. I’m honored to be the Director here at GCBC and to serve all the campers that come through our gates. My wife Lauren and I love Camp, and we can’t wait to see you!
The 96 acres of land where Gulf Coast Bible Camp now sits was purchased in 1966 by Lamar Harrsion, a man with a passion for the Lord's children. We are located right on the Gulf Coast about 30 minutes west of Mobile Alabama right on the Mississippi line. We gladly serve all of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana where kids come to camp and embrace themselves in a Christ centered week of camp or weekend retreat! Our Mission is to show the love of God through his creation without worldly distractions. We would absolutely love to serve you, your family, and your church!
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