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Where God is Experienced & Lives are Changed

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Open year-round for all types of groups, with quality Lodging, Dining,  Meeting and Recreational Facilities

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Ceta Canyon hosted events with guest speakers, fun activities, and worship

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Now Taking 2025 Camp & Retreat and Group Reservations

Ceta Canyon Camp & Retreat Center is taking reservations for Summer Camps, Family Getaways, Weekend Retreats, Church Retreats, Leadership Groups, and School Groups.

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Your prayers and partnership for our ministry are appreciated. “A Special Place where God is Experienced and Lives are Changed” -Mission Statement

Men’s Retreat | Man on Purpose

October 24-26 | Ceta Canyon | Tickets are $295

Encouraging men to step boldly into their God-given roles as leaders, husbands, and fathers. Registration includes your lodging, food, and supplies. Feel free to bring additional snacks for yourself if you would like to. Worship led by Stephen McWhirter and Stephen will also be performing a full acoustic concert Saturday Night.

In partnership with Walking in Truth Ministries

Speakers
  • Matt Russell, Troy Foster, and Jared Wockenfuss of WIT Ministries
  • Josh Reeves of Men on Purpose and Miami Methodist Church, Miami, TX
  • Landon Landry of Men on Purpose and 1st Presbyterian Church, Canadian, TX
  • Justin Roberts of Pinnacle Community Church, Amarillo, TX
  • Bobby Valdez of United Fortitude Church, Sierra Vista, AZ
  • JP Dinnell – Chief Training Officer for Echelon Front
Breakout Sessions
  • Singleness – Josh Reeves
  • Identity “Who are You? – Landon Landry
  • Living Dead: Courage to Live for Those You Love – Justin Roberts
  • Jesus & Jiu Jitsu – Jesus & Jiu Jitsu Guys
  • Moving From Commitment to Surrender – Jared Wockenfuss
  • Spiritual Warfare – Matt Russell and Troy Foster
  • Leadership – JP Dinnell
  • Armor of God – Bobby Valdez

Additional Tickets will be sold for the concert on Saturday.

Ceta Canyon is For Everyone

  • Church retreats
  • Leadership retreats
  • Outdoor Education
  • Youth camps
  • Family reunions
  • Corporate outings
  • Christian Camp

Since 1918, we’ve built our reputation as a premier Christian Camp & Retreat Center in the Texas Panhandle. Therefore, we’re not about to let that reputation slip, so we’ve recently invested over a million dollars in facility upgrades. We could not have done this without the generous donations of those who experienced Ceta Canyon for themselves. Thus, they have decided to make certain the experience would continue for future generations.

Open year-round, with quality Lodging, Dining, Multiple Meeting Rooms and Recreational Facilities. Come experience Ceta Canyon Camp & Retreat Center. We think you’ll agree that investing your time here, be it for a weekend, a week, or maybe even a lifetime, is one of the best investments you’ll ever make!

  • Church retreats
  • Leadership retreats
  • Outdoor Education
  • Youth camps
  • Family reunions
  • Corporate outings
  • Christian Camp

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arrowThe design of Ceta Canyon Camp & Retreat Center allows it to be the perfect place for just about any group and any outing. Church Retreats, Leadership groups, Business Retreats, Reunions, Schools- Outdoor Education, University Groups, Summer Camps and Families. Open year-round, with quality Lodging, Dining, and Multiple Meeting Facilities for over 500 guests.  A unique setting in the Texas Panhandle. Also, located on over 400 acres of God’s magnificent canyon setting with trees, a natural waterfall, and wildlife.

Ceta Stories

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Dear Parents, Stakeholders, Directors, Pastors, and Friends of Ceta Canyon,

This past month marked a historic change for camping ministries across Texas. Governor Greg Abbott has officially signed into law two landmark pieces of legislation: the “Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act (SB1)” and the “Youth Camper Act (HB1).” These new laws were written in response to the unimaginable tragedy at Mystic Camp, where a historic flood claimed the lives of 27 precious young girls. Their memory will forever be honored as Heaven’s 27.

First, our hearts and prayers go out to the families who suffered this devastating loss. The pain and grief they carry is beyond measure, and we stand with them in spirit as they call for change and accountability in our industry by improving emergency preparedness and response.

Second, these laws were created to ensure that no camp in Texas ever faces such preventable circumstances again. While Mystic Camp operated under provisions that allowed them to be in a flood zone with an emergency plan that is in question, the new legislation closes those gaps and raises the bar for every camp in Texas.

At Ceta Canyon, we are proud to have a long-standing tradition of thorough and encompassing emergency planning. However, these laws introduce new requirements that go above and beyond our existing practices. The intent is clear: to make sure your children, our staff, and our volunteers are safer than ever before.

What this means for Ceta Canyon
  • Ceta Canyon is not in a floodplain
  • Ceta Canyon is not closing
  • Ceta Canyon does have challenges ahead in order to be in compliance with these new requirements.

The laws mandate that all 1,100 camps in Texas must be fully compliant by April 2026 in order to receive the necessary license to operate. The legislation is explicit—no leeway will be given. Compliance will involve administrative, structural, operational, and equipment upgrades. Each of these mandates requires us to bring in contractors and subject-matter experts to ensure every box is checked.

We are committed. We are prepared. And we will tackle each challenge head-on to secure licensure for 2026 and beyond.

How you can help

As we enter the season of Friends of Ceta Dinners and the Panhandle Gives Campaign, I and the Ceta Canyon Board of Directors, humbly ask for your financial support. Every gift, no matter the size, will help Ceta Canyon meet these requirements and preserve the future of our ministry.

Additionally, if you have professional expertise or contacts who can help us with these projects— whether construction, safety compliance, or specialized services—we welcome your partnership.

Together, we can ensure that Ceta Canyon remains a safe and special place where youth, men, women, and families can experience God and be touched by HIS mercy and grace.”

You can make your donation online or mail a check to Ceta Canyon, 37201 FM 1721, Happy, TX 79042. Please indicate “camp safety” on your donation.

If you would like to learn more about our specific needs or ways to get involved, please reach out to me directly at joe@cetacanyon.org or 806-672-2019.

Thank you for your continued support, your prayers, and your faith in the mission of Ceta Canyon, “A Special Place where God is Experienced and Lives are Changed.” May God bless you richly.

With Gratitude,

Joe Alarcon

CEO, Ceta Canyon Camp & Retreat Center