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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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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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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Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN

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

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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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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.

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.

Northern Pines Camp and Retreat Center
Park Rapids, MN

Northern Pines Camp and Retreat Center, Park Rapids, MN, is nestled among the tall pines of northern Minnesota on the shore of beautiful Fish Hook Lake. We offer camps for ages 6-17, for families, and for adults with developmental delays.

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.

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.

Discovery Day Camp
Fort Snelling, MN

Discovery Day Camp is an opportunity for girls and boys grades K through 8 to join in on five full days of fun and learning. Each day campers will explore exciting activities guided by friendly and knowledgeable staff.

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!

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.

Songs of Hope - More Than a Camp
Saint Paul, MN

Songs of Hope-an international performing arts camp. Living together, campers learn about each other’s countries/cultures through a dynamic program of activities & living experiences, while preparing their concert of international music.

St. Scholastica Technology Camps
Duluth, MN

Fun summer technology camps in robotics, game design and graphic design at the College of St. Scholastica

Golden Ridge Stables Horse Mania Day Camp
Lakeville, MN

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

Good Earth Village Camp and Retreat
Spring Valley, MN

Good Earth Village is an Outdoor Ministry of the church. It is owned by over 140 congregations in Southeastern Minnesota.

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.

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.





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.