Multiple Locations, NY
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MODELING CAMP invites all new models to come 'discover the model you' this summer! Explore the world of modeling and fashion at this empowering camp. Each day, campers learn about the business from leading industry professionals, top models and top agencies!

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Benton, IL

The midwest’s newest residential summer camp for 2nd-9th graders at Rend Lake, IL about 90 minutes from St. Louis

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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Chicago, IL

Camp Dogwood is a camp for you and your dog. A place where your dog can be a dog. We offer a variety of dog related activities as well lectures and demonstrations on dog related topics.

Camp Cedar Point
Makanda, IL

A great summer opportunity for girls - SAFE & FUN learning experience with focus on group and individual accomplishments. We serve both Girl Scouts & non-scouts. Financial assistance available. Rustic housing in platform tents & hogans. EOE.

Camp Dean
Big Rock, IL

Camp Dean is an ACA-accredited resident camp for girls located on 160 pristine acres of woodland and prairie 50 miles west of downtown Chicago.

NeighborScapes Fun in the Sun Camp
Chicago Heights, IL

NeighborScapes' summer day camps provide classic community-based enrichment experiences

Vedic Heritage Youth Camp
Hinsdale, IL

Timeless Values (Topics from Ramcharitmanas and Bhagavad-Gita) & Dashavatara (Inspiring Values through stories of incarnations of Lord Vishnu)

Hanover Park Park Districts Camps
Hanover Park, IL

Happy Campers Wanted! We offer a variety of camps from 8 am - 3 pm. We offer extended care options that begin at 6:30 am and end at 6 pm. Camps include field trips, swimming, sports, outdoor fun, crafts and meeting new friends.

Edventure & Camp Little Giant Camps
Carbondale, IL

one week day and residential camps for all abilities

North Shore Country Day School Summer Programs
Winnetka, IL

Summer enrichment and camp programs for children ages 3-13. Half-day and full-day options.

Camp Kupugani
Leaf River, IL

Less than two hours west of Chicago, Camp Kupugani--in separate girls-only and blended (intentionally co-ed) sessions--provides a multicultural sleepaway camp that is intentionally challenging, intentionally empowering, intentionally diverse and intentionally fun!

YMCA Camp Benson
Mount Carroll, IL

Located in northwestern Illinois, YMCA Camp Benson is an overnight summer camp FOR ALL. YCB’s mission is to build stronger campers by helping them learn life skills. YCB offers overnight camp programs for children in 1st-12th Grade.

ArtReach Educational Theatre Summer Arts Camp
Rolling Meadows, IL

Our performing arts camps consist of 3 camp sessions and culminate in a fully staged musical production.

New Traditions Riding Academy, LLC
Palos Hills, IL

This is a horseback riding camp that caters to beginner to advanced riders of all disciplines with emphasis on show or pleasure riding.

School of Rock Elmhurst
Elmhurst, IL

School of Rock Naperville offers a wide variety of one week summer camps designed to challenge and inspire students whether they are just starting out or are experienced musicians looking to take their playing to the next level.

Universal Technical Institute Summer Ignite
Lisle, IL

Using industry tools and technology in the same facilities as our full-time students, Ignite students have the opportunity to train in automotive, motorcycle and collision repair technologies.

YMCA Camp Duncan
Ingleside, IL

Just one hour from Chicago, Rockford and Milwaukee, YMCA Camp Duncan is the place where you can dive into endless fun and excitement. Our day camp, traditional overnight camp, overnight mini-camp, and teen adventure camp are packed with classic camp activities that empower campers to build a sense of belonging while discovering the best versions of themselves.

Camp Tapawingo
Metamora, IL

Camp Tapawingo is a traditional, rustic camp with a focus on Horseback Riding, Challenge Courses and Leadership.

WorldWise Tutoring's Summer Enrichment Program
Chicago, IL

WorldWise Tutoring is offering 23 engaging summer enrichment online courses for students AGES 4-19 in the genres of: Creativity, Foreign Language, STEM, Sociology, Writing, Real-Life Math, Test Prep, College Prep




Illinois Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

IL Directory Overview

Illinois camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Illinois % of Dir.
Total Listings572.5%
Day Camps473.2%
Resident Camps211.8%
Family Camps123.2%
Travel Camps41.5%
Coed Camps492.5%
All-Girls Camps92.9%
All-Boys Camps31.6%

Format counts may overlap.

Price Range and Age by Format

Listings offering that format exclusively. Fewer than 5 listings omitted. Prices reflect director-reported brackets.
Format Price/Wk Ages Coed%
DayUnder $100 - $9515 - 1488%

Ages = median values. Prices = director-reported brackets.

Top specialty categories for Illinois within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program3357.9%2.9%
Family Camps1221.1%3.2%
Art Camps915.8%3.6%
Academic Camps610.5%2.2%
Sport Camps58.8%2.2%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Illinois

Illinois enjoys warm, sunny summers that are ideal for a range of outdoor activities. Daytime temperatures are perfect for hiking, swimming, and sports, while cooler evenings make for enjoyable campfire gatherings, storytelling, and group games. The state's varied climate allows for the perfect blend of outdoor fun and comfortable nights, whether participating in water sports, nature programs, or more adventurous activities. Illinois’ summer weather provides the right conditions for an engaging and exciting camp season.

Illinois’ landscape is diverse, offering everything from forests and rolling hills to lakes and rivers. With natural parks like the Shawnee National Forest, campers can explore stunning vistas, while the many lakes and rivers throughout the state provide ample opportunities for water-based activities. The state’s geography supports a variety of outdoor pursuits, from canoeing on the Illinois River to hiking the trails of the Great River Road. Whether surrounded by the vast prairies or near the lakeshores, Illinois offers numerous opportunities for exploration and adventure.

The diverse ecosystems in Illinois make it an excellent location for environmental education camps. The state’s mix of wetlands, prairies, forests, and urban areas provides rich opportunities for campers to learn about ecology, wildlife conservation, and environmental stewardship. Many camps in Illinois integrate these ecosystems into their programs, allowing children to experience hands-on learning about the importance of conservation and sustainability. Whether it’s birdwatching in the forests or studying aquatic ecosystems near one of the many lakes, Illinois’ natural environment plays a key role in many summer camp experiences.