As it's name implies, Canyon Camp is nestled in a canyon between Stockton and Apple River, IL.  The property was first purchased in 1936 by the Koenig Family and then donated to U.S. Grant Council.  When U.S. Grant Council merged in 1970 with Blackhawk Area Council, the property exchanged hands and is now the proud camp of Blackhawk Area Council.  Since its Beginning, the camp has seen many landmark changes, program changes, and a variety of campers and staff pass through its gates.  Through all the years of camping, the camp has stayed true to its original purpose of providing the best Scouting program for the boys that it could.
The camp offers programs for the first year camper which get them started along the right Scouting trail.  There is a "First Class Emphasis" program for those Scouts working on advancement in rank. And, for the "experienced" Scouts and Scouters, there is the Operation O.W.L. program which offers high adventure experiences such as river canoe trips, rappelling, and woodsman camping.
During the "off" season, Canyon Camp is utilized by many for Troop Campouts.  It is home to deer, turkeys, raccoons and more.  The hills offer wonderful sledding opportunities during the winter.