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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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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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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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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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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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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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!

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.

Covenant Pines Bible Camp
McGregor, MN

Between 2 lakes in northern Minnesota's Northwoods. Youth camps for 2-12 graders. Climbing tower, adventure course, daily chapel. Exemplary well-trained adult counselors who love kids!

English Language Learner Summer Camp - International School of MN
Eden Prairie, MN

ISM’s ELL Summer Camp allows students to learn/improve English as they enjoy all MN has to offer. We have exercises & activities that will strengthen written & spoken English as well as cultural activities to practice English skills.

Minnehaha Academy Summer Programs
Minneapolis, MN

Minnehaha Academy in Minneapolis offers summer experience programs for students entering preschool through twelfth grade. Students may choose from a wide variety of academic courses, athletic camps, and enrichment classes that integrate Christian faith with learning.

YMCA Camp Widjiwagan
Ely, MN

Widjiwagan YMCA wilderness adventures are offered starting at age 12 and progress through advanced 30-55 day invitational trips for 18 year olds. Respect for self, others, environment and equipment are core to the Widji way.

Long Lake Conservation Center
Palisade, MN

Long Lake's Summer Programs welcome campers to a fun, friendly community in north-central Minnesota. Six-day sessions include outdoor activities, games, and wilderness skills. We encourage curiosity, exploration of nature, and respect. Adventure canoe trips, day camps, resident camps.

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.

Rum River Art Center Summer Camp
Anoka, MN

Rumriver Art Center will be offering Summer Art Camps starting in mid June and running through August. Each camp is a week long and will focus on the art making process using various art media from drawing and painting to pottery and sculpture.

HHH Ranch Summer Day Camp
Hastings, MN

Kids at HHH Ranch's day camps will each have their own horse for the week and will learn how to safely care for and ride those horses.

Bunker Park Stable
Andover, MN

Enjoy a safe and fun summer riding experience.

Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, MN

Camp Pillsbury is a Premier Minnesota Summer Camp offering 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 week sessions for boys & girls ages 6-17.

Golden Ridge Stables Horse Mania Day Camp
Lakeville, MN

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





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.