Montlure's Timeline
June, 1926 - The decision was made to find a permanent location for
Presbyterians to enjoy summer camping and conferencing.
1930 - The current site in Greer, Arizona was found and a
lease with the Forest Service was signed.
1931 - The first Lodge was built
June 21, 1931 - the first conference in the new facility was held.
1939 - The Administration Building was built
1941 - 1945 - Montlure was closed due to World War II. It is the only time
summer camps were not held in Montlure history.
1946 - Hwy 60 was completed making the trip to Montlure much shorter
1947 - The current Barn was built
1948 - The current boy's bathhouse was built
1949 - Montlure Presbyterian Properties, Inc was formed
1951 - Montlure had 5 cabins. The current Lark cabin was used
as the manager's house and office.
1960 - The original Lodge was torn down and today’s current Lodge was built.
1967 - All current cabins were completed
1968 - Montlure's first phone was installed
1971 - The lower Ramada was built
1973 - The sewer system was built
1984 - The new girl's bathhouse was built
1981 - 1985 - The manager's house was built, well was drilled, fireplaces added to Barn, cement poured on volleryball court, Bar-b-que Ramada was built.
2005 - Hummingbird cabin was built
Over the years Montlure has touched many, many lives. Some folks even tell of stories how they met their spouses at Montlure. More important are the stories of how many of our campers and volunteers have come to know our Lord Jesus through a deeper and more personal relationship during camp at Montlure. Montlure is truly a special place where God does seem closer. As a member of the Montlure family, you are already a part of our current history and will hopefully continue to camp at Montlure or will volunteer to sustain this beautiful place for generations to come.