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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Benton, IL

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

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.

Multiple Locations, NY
Other

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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School of Rock Naperville
Naperville, 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.

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.

Camp Tapawingo
Metamora, IL

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

Oasis Summer Day Camp (Winnetka)
Winnetka, IL

Premier camp on the North Shore of Chicago serving children ages 5-12 years of age.

Summer in the Arts at Northern
DeKalb, IL

Visual Arts, Jazz, and Theatre are featured in 4 different residential camps

School of the Art Institute of Chicago Multi-Arts Camps and Middle School Programs
Chicago, IL

In SAIC's Middle School and Multi-Arts Camps, kids learn to discover, explore, and imagine inside the collections of the Art Institute of Chicago museum.

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.

C & A Robot Factory Summer Camps
Libertyville, IL

Week long day camp sessions. Experience a variety of fun projects daily challenging the imagination and advancing understanding and creative inspiration.

Camp Greene Wood
Woodridge, IL

Greene Wood serves all girls, grades K-12. Come for a great camp experience. Make a craft, take a hike or find some special program options! Make Greene Wood your summer home, make new friends & lifelong memories!

Camp Adler
Libertyville, IL

Held on the historic estate of architect David Adler, Camp Adler is an encouraging environment where young creative people can explore multiple artistic styles and mediums.

Mandarin Chinese/Spanish/French Language and Culture Summer Camp
Chicago, IL

Learning Mandarin Chinese/Spanish/French has never been this fun!

EIU English Studies Summer Camp for High School Students
Charleston, IL

The EIU English Studies Summer Camp is a unique program that allows students to select two sessions from a range of offerings in creative writing, literature, professional/academic writing, media studies, and more.

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 Aurora Camp
Aurora, IL

At Y camp, we create an exciting, safe environment for kids to have an unforgettable summer of fun. They will take part in unique experiences that build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills and make lasting friendships and memories.

Camp Palos
Palos Park, IL

Palos serves all girls, grades K-12. Come for a great camp experience. Make a craft, take a hike or find some special program options! Make Palos your summer home, make new friends & lifelong memories!

Vedic Heritage Youth Camp
Hinsdale, IL

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




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%2.3%


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.