In 1956, W.B. and Grace Simmons had an idea to build a camp in the upstate of South Carolina.  The idea was taken to the Greenville and North Greenville Baptist Associations.  A year later, the dream began to become a reality. Then, two very difficult years of planning and building took place.

In 1959, the first camping season opened.  Soon afterwards, the Greer Association also came in on the ownership of the camp, forming the tri-associational ministry.

In addition to summer camp, the facility is used year-round for retreats and conferences.

The idea that became a dream come true has seen people from the entire state of South Carolina and its neighboring states as well.  Today, the sun never sets on former campers that accepted the call to serve their Lord at Camp Marietta.  Missionaries, pastors, and many others are scattered around the world that can trace their roots back to what W.B. and Grace Simmons dreamt.