At Camp Birchwood you can do all the fun, exciting, and adventurous activities that large camps offer, without getting lost in the crowd. Our smaller size provides campers with a special sense of belonging, instantaneous friendships, and solid relationships with counselors who truly care.

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Whether you're looking for a specific adventure or want to experience everything camp has to offer, one of our four camps has a session for you. Enjoy friends, fun, and so much more!

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Fun is what camp is all about! At SNC we use Adventure, Learning and Kindness all in a Natural setting to promote each campers's personal development. Our nurturing atmosphere gives campers confidence to make friends easily and to try new activities. Our Gaol is allows each camper to truly be themselves, maybe thats why 92% of our campers return each summer.

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Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN

PEO Camps include Monday to Friday Adventures for pre-K through 8th grade.

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In camp programing offers over 20 camp activities to sign up for each day. Or choose to take an adventure in one of Northern Minnesotas beautiful wilderness areas canoeing, backpacking, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, or rock climbing, you and friends learn to live comfortably in the outdoors as you experience all the fun and challenge the wilderness has to offer.

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Camp Nowhere
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Bring your imagination to life at Camp Nowhere, a one-of-a-kind 5-day theater camp for kids and teens!

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Pine River, MN

Camp Foley has a warm, caring, family atmosphere that allows campers to thrive on new friendships and experiences. With quality activity instruction our campers are challenged to develop skills in a supportive, friendly environment.

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Minnesota Adventure Camp
Park Rapids, MN

Camp Character is for youth with special needs ages 7-18. Our camp teaches life skills, social skills, and confidence. We use outdoor activities, teambuilding, water activities, high and low ropes activities and more to teach applicable skills. We have three separate camps within each camp for girls 12 and up, boys 12 and up, and younger youth. We guarantee your child will want to return and grow their skills!

Golden Ridge Stables Horse Mania Day Camp
Lakeville, MN

Calling All Horse Lovers! Awesome Day Camp ~ Ride Rain or Shine

Camp Mishawaka for Boys & Girls
Grand Rapids, MN

Mishawaka is Boys and Girls camps with shared dining, some coed activities and special events. For campers ages 8 - 16, sessions of two, four, six or eight weeks. Located in the beautiful Northwoods of Minnesota, campers enjoy traditional camp activities and wilderness tripping opportunities.

YMCA Camp Ihduhapi
Loretto, MN

Ihduhapi (EE-dohop-ee) is of Lakota origin, meaning "Independence." At YMCA Camp Ihduhapi, campers enjoy a variety of memorable daily adventures, learn new skills, and build lasting relationships in a beautiful setting.

Camp Voyageur
Ely, MN

Adjoining the BWCAW, we specialize in wilderness canoe and hiking trips, but also offer in-camp land and water sports.

Science & Engineering Camps at The Works
Bloomington, MN

The Works’ summer camps are ideal for girls and boys entering kindergarten through 7th grade who love to explore, discover, design and build. Campers have fun, use real tools, and learn how things work with hands-on projects in science and engineering.

SoccerPlus Camps
Multiple Sites in Multiple States, CA

SoccerPlus Camps conducts soccer camps across the country and is presented by Tony DiCicco, Head Coach of the 1996 Olympic Gold-Medal Winning, 1999 World Cup Champion USA Women's National Soccer Teams, and 2008 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Champion USA U20 National Soccer Team.

YMCA Camp du Nord
Ely, MN

YMCA Camp du Nord located on Burntside Lake near Ely, MN and boundary waters canoe wilderness. Outstanding family programs for adults, children, teens. One week summer sessions, year-round options in all seasons.

Fridley Summer ROCKS
Fridley, MN

Recreation Opportunities for Creative Kids in the Summer

Skyrock Farm
Medina, MN

Come to Skyrock and have a great time with friends learning all about horses and riding everyday! When the weather is bad we ride inside!

Camp Kamaji for Girls
Cass Lake, MN

A fun, safe summer experience for girls aged 7-16 in Minnesota's beautiful northwoods. Our caring, experienced staff help campers be silly, have fun, learn new skills, try new things and make strong connections with friends of all ages.

YMCA Camp Miller
Strugeon Lake, MN

Duluth YMCA Camp Miller has a long history of providing quality programs in a beautiful outdoor setting. Located on 340 acres and one mile of shoreline on Sturgeon Lake, campers experience traditional camp programs.

Menogyn Wilderness Camp YMCA
Grand Marais, MN

YMCA Camp Menogyn offers high-quality wilderness adventures throughout North America! Exciting activities such as canoeing, backpacking and rock climbing all have an emphasis on personal growth, skill development and relationships.





General Notes About Camps in the State of Minnesota

The state’s summer climate is ideal for outdoor activities, with warm, sunny days perfect for hiking, sports, and swimming. Cool evenings provide the ideal setting for campfires and group bonding activities, making it an excellent location for both active adventures and relaxing downtime. The mild summer temperatures allow campers to experience a full range of outdoor fun, from water sports at one of Minnesota’s many lakes to team-building activities in the woods.

From the urban landscape of Minneapolis to the vast forests and lakes that define Minnesota’s rural areas, the state offers a wide variety of environments perfect for different types of camps. In the metro areas, camps focus on arts, education, and sports, benefiting from the cultural offerings and parks nearby. For those seeking more natural surroundings, the dense forests of the north and the pristine lakes provide ideal settings for nature exploration, hiking, and adventure camps. The state's diverse geography makes it perfect for campers who want to immerse themselves in both urban culture and outdoor adventures.

The natural landscapes of Minnesota provide an excellent setting for camps that focus on ecology and environmental education. Its wetlands, lakes, and forests are home to a diverse range of wildlife and ecosystems, creating opportunities for campers to learn about biodiversity and conservation. Through hands-on activities like wildlife tracking and water quality studies, campers can engage in real-world environmental education while gaining a deeper understanding of the state’s delicate ecosystems. Whether studying forest regeneration or exploring aquatic environments, the natural world offers abundant learning opportunities for young environmental stewards.