We invite your children to experience the joy and thrill of summer camp! Since 1915, children have enjoyed summer adventures at YMCA Camp Copneconic!

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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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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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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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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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Fun is what camp is all about! At SNC we use Adventure, Learning and Kindness all in a Natural setting to promote each campers's personal development. Our nurturing atmosphere gives campers confidence to make friends easily and to try new activities. Our Gaol is allows each camper to truly be themselves, maybe thats why 92% of our campers return each summer.

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Tamarack Camps
Ortonville, MI
Sherman Lake YMCA Camp
Augusta, MI

Located in SW Michigan, Sherman Lake YMCA Camp is the place for summer fun. Counselor chosen for their strong character will guide your children on their summer adventure.

Black River Farm and Ranch
Croswell, MI

Black River Farm and Ranch has been an girls horseback riding summer camp since 1962. Girls come to the BR for a worry-free summer experience. Black River caters to a wide variety of interests by offering a traditional camp program in addition to its excellent horseback riding program. Stay 3 nights to 4 weeks you can choose the session that is right for you. BR is ACA accredited.

Cedar Ridge Equestrian Center Summer Camp
Ann Arbor, MI

Cedar Ridge Equestrian Center’s summer camp programs provide the safest and most enjoyable horse riding experience with plenty of individual attention for each participant.

Camp Cavell
Lexington, MI

Overnight camp, Family camp, Women camp and Groups all on Lake Huron

Van Buren Youth Camp
Bloomingdale, MI

Van Buren Youth Camp -Growing leaders since 1950

Windward Bound Sail Training
Bay City, MI

Sail training aboard the Appledore tall ships makes for a summer adventure your teen won't forget!

Camp Boomerang
Flushing, MI

Come join this hidden gem all summer long

YMCA Camp Al-Gon-Quian
Burt Lake, MI

YMCA camp located in on beautiful Burt Lake in northern michigan where Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibilty are emphasized.

YMCA Storer Camps
Jackson, MI
SAI: the Summer Algebra Institute for KIDS
Zeeland area, MI

SAI: a half-day, week-long math enrichment program for students entering grades 3-7 for fall 2025 (NOT just gifted/talented). We turn kids ON to math, using hands-on activities, fun games, & substantive Algebra. On day #1 SAI students start doing Algebra that high school students can struggle with. Some 4,000 students have attended SAI since 1995. The ONLY sessions of SAI in the U.S. are in the Holland-Zeeland area of west Michigan.

Camp Talahi
Howell, MI

Camp Talahi serves as a retreat center for churches, secular organizations, and individuals throughout Michigan.

Camp Merrie Woode
Plainwell, MI

Girl Scout Camp offers experiences where girls make new friends, gain practical life skills, develop critical thinking skills and practice team building through nature exploration, horseback riding, outdoor adventure, water sports, swimming, fine arts, travel and leadership.





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.