Serving children with diabetes for nearly 100 years. All diabetes supplies and equipment included. Financial Aid available. Experienced physicians oversee the care of each camper. A registered dietitian plans & supervises well-balanced meals. 72 wooded acres includes pool & Founders Lake.

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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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Featured in Family Life Magazine as one of ten recommended camps! We promote individual growth and achievement in a safe environment where campers develop skills, establish friendships, increase confidence and most of all just have fun! Outstanding facilties, 1:3 staff to camper ratio.

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2, 4 & 8 week experiences for girls ages 6-15. Featured in Family Life Magazine as one of ten recommended camps in America! Our goal is to provide a safe environment where campers have a foundation to practice leadership skills, develop social skills, establish friendships, increase confidence while having the experience of a lifetime. Terrific facilities, 1:3 staff to camper ratio, outstanding reputation!

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Our CYO Girls Camp and CYO Boys Camp offer a variety of activities designed to provide opportunities to gain independance, try challenges, appreciate nature, make new friends, and grow in faith while having tons of fun in a Catholic setting exclusively for youth ages 7-16! All-girls, all-boys, and co-ed programs are available. We are also your best location for family camps, retreats, and outdoor education!

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Make new friends at summer camps for elementary through high school. You’ll love our fun, creative outdoor activities! Explore your faith in a safe and encouraging environment through worship, exciting programs and living in community.

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St Francis Camp on the Lake
Jerome, MI

St. Francis Camp on the Lake serves children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Science Adventures
Multiple Locations across the US, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA, WI

Campers in grades 1-6 can explore science in a fun, interactive way. Our quality hands-on experiments, innovative curriculum and professional instructors bring your child’s understanding of science to the next level.

Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat
Pentwater, MI

Grow friendships and explore faith thru outdoor experiences: breathtaking sunsets, adventures on land and water, daily Bible studies--all while building a community of friends! Take your adventures on the road with our off-site adventure kayak camps.

Lake Ann Camp
Lake Ann, MI

Located 30 Minutes West of Traverse City

Maple Ridge Stables
Vanderbilt, MI

Maple Ridge Stables is a family operated facility dedicated to providing horseback riding opportunities for everyone, young and old.

Art Summer Camps at The Plymouth Community Arts Council
Plymouth, MI

Painting, Pottery, Puppetry and Performing arts camps for youth ages 5-16. Themed art classes, performing and fine arts.

Steppingstone Summer Day Camps
Plymouth, MI

Steppingstone Summer Day Camps offer an oasis of summer fun for creative youngsters! Our staff is highly-educated and consummately professional.

Camp Arcadia
Arcadia, MI

Retreats at Camp Arcadia have been called "a cruise beside the lake" because of the array of activities offered daily. Weekly programs vary and are tailored to our guests’ needs and interests. But, regardless of the program, each week features a single or pair of "deans" who act as spiritual leaders for the week, offering daily Bible study and table prayers. This unique facet has been a tradition since Camp opened its doors in the summer of 1923.

YMCA Camp Ohiyesa
Holly, MI

At Camp Ohiyesa kids discover new skills, make friends, gain confidence and practice teamwork. From archery and canoeing to horseback riding and outdoor living skills, a wide range of camp activities fuel lots of summer adventure. Camp Ohiyesa is also available to rent by school groups, churches and other organizations.

Camp Cedar Lodge
Lawrence, MI

Strong Equestrian Emphasis with a Diverse General Camp program!

Northfork Farms & Outback
Webberville, MI

Northfork Farms & Outback is a small and personal camp geared toward all ages promoting leadership, friendship, and fun all in a safe environment. We offer at least 5 hours a day of horse activities with each camper getting to experience exactly wjat it what be like to ohave their very own horse.

Michigan State University College of Engineering Summer Programs
East Lansing, MI

Michigan State University College of Engineering offers summer camps for all ages!

AYF Miniwanca
Shelby, MI

For over 80 years, Camp Miniwanca has been challenging young people to grow through its traditional summer camp programs and its Four Trails wilderness adventure trips. Our experiences inspire youth to achieve their personal best, gain confidence, and build healthy relationships. See the world from a new perspective on the shores of Lake Michigan!

Virtual College Prep Camp
East Lansing, MI

Virtual College Prep Camp




Michigan Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

MI Directory Overview

Michigan camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Michigan % of Dir.
Total Listings763.3%
Day Camps483.3%
Resident Camps524.3%
Family Camps349.1%
Travel Camps197.3%
Coed Camps693.5%
All-Girls Camps134.2%
All-Boys Camps84.4%

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 - $4515 - 1795%
Resident$351 - $9517 - 1786%

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

Top specialty categories for Michigan within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program5471.1%4.8%
Family Camps3444.7%9.2%
Horseback Riding Camps1925.0%7.8%
Travel Camps1925.0%8.0%
Academic Camps1013.2%3.7%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Michigan

Michigan’s summer climate is perfect for a wide range of camp activities. Warm, sunny days make it an ideal setting for hiking, swimming, and outdoor sports, while the cooler evenings provide a comfortable backdrop for campfires and group activities. Whether on the shores of the Great Lakes or in the state’s inland forests, the weather creates the perfect balance for outdoor fun and relaxation, making it an excellent place for both nature and adventure camps.

With its expansive geography, Michigan offers diverse environments that are perfect for different types of summer camps. In cities like Detroit and Ann Arbor, campers can engage in arts and education-based day camps, enjoying easy access to cultural landmarks, parks, and museums. Heading to the rural regions, the state’s natural beauty stands out—whether it’s the towering dunes along Lake Michigan or the dense forests and waterfalls in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan’s varied landscapes provide the ideal setting for adventure camps, water sports, and nature programs.

Michigan’s unique ecosystems offer a rich learning environment for environmental education camps. From the coastal marshes of Lake Michigan to the dense forests and wetlands of the Upper Peninsula, the state’s natural habitats provide opportunities for hands-on learning about ecology, wildlife, and conservation. Campers can explore Michigan’s diverse environments through activities like birdwatching, canoeing, and environmental restoration, helping them develop a deeper appreciation for the state’s ecosystems while learning about the importance of protecting the environment.