Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN

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

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Fun is at the heart of SNC! In our beautiful natural setting, we combine adventure, learning, and kindness to support each camper’s growth. Our nurturing community helps first-time campers feel confident, make friends easily, and try new activities. At SNC, every child is encouraged to be their true selves—maybe that’s why 92% of our campers return each summer. It’s a place where joy and belonging come naturally.

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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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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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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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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.

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.

Sunny Science: Cyanotype Summer Camp
Saint Paul, MN

Along with COMPAS Teaching Artist Kelley Meister, learn about cyanotypes, a simple, nontoxic photographic process that uses the sun for exposure and water as developer. Explore how UV light from the sun can create art!

Summer Camps at Great Lakes Aquarium
Duluth, MN

2011 Summer Camps at Great Lakes Aquarium! The four camps are listed below. For more information and details on each camp, contact Great Lakes Aquarium (GLA) at 218-740-3474

School of Rock St. Paul Music Camps
St. Paul, MN

Future rock stars wanted! Learn an instrument, join a band, and put on a show!

Mini Hops Gymnastics Camps
Plymouth, MN

Flip, jump, and tumble your way with camps at Mini Hops! We hold School's Out Camps and Summer Camps. All gymnasts are welcome from beginners to advanced!

Minnesota Aviation Career Education (ACE) Camp
St Louis Park, MN

Each summer 30 students take part in a week-long, residential camp offering career exploration and exclusive access to all things aviation.

Rock Camp - Spark School of Music
Spring Lake Park, MN

Our camp offers the ultimate thrill of playing in a rock band and performing in a concert. We’ll help your child feel like a star and make his or her rock ‘n’ roll dreams come true.

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!

Sunborn Stables Summer Day Camp
Chisago City, MN

A fun-filled day camp proving students with a quality equestrian experience.

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.

YMCA Camp Warren
Eveleth, MN

Camp life at Warren is based on long-standing traditions dating back to 1927. A typical cabin group consists of 10 campers & two staff members. Progressive skill development in activities. Well balanced and good tasting menu offered.

Golden Ridge Stables Horse Mania Day Camp
Lakeville, MN

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

Woodloch Stable Horse Camp
Hugo, MN

A 2 day or 7 day riding program with safety and fun learning





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.