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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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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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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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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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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Camp Midicha
Fenton, MI

Camp Midicha provides a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience for children with diabetes, as well as offering a healthy and educational extension to diabetes care.

MiBytes by University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

MiBytes is a computer camp offered by the University of Michigan and taught by Computer Science and Engineering faculty. Four programs are offered with engaging, hand-on projects to teach students a variety of computer science topics.

Camp Boomerang
Flushing, MI

Come join this hidden gem all summer long

Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp
Chelsea, MI

The Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth camp runs eight, one-week long day and residential camps focused on connecting our campers to the natural world around them.

Camp Cavell
Lexington, MI

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

YMCA Camp Timbers
West Branch, MI

YMCA Camp Timbers is a Coed Camp located in West Branch, MI. We offer a wide variety of programming for ages 7-16.

Camp Cedar Lodge
Lawrence, MI

Strong Equestrian Emphasis with a Diverse General Camp program!

Pine Ridge Bible Camp
Cedar Springs, MI

The mission of Pine Ridge Bible Camp is to share and model the message of Jesus in a fun, safe, and relational setting.

Upland Hills Farm Day Camp
Oxford, MI

Your child is in for a one-of-a-kind experience at Upland Hills Farm Day Camp. For over 45 years, thousands of children have enjoyed their summer vacation on the farm.

Van Buren Youth Camp
Bloomingdale, MI

Van Buren Youth Camp -Growing leaders since 1950

Seagull
Charlevoix, MI

Located on beautiful Lake Charlevoix, Seagull has been in operation since 1955. As an all girs camp, Seagull provides a supportive environment in wich girls can experience success, accomplishment and fun.

Huron Forest Camp CedarRidge
Oscoda, MI

HFCC’s mission is to provide a safe environment where children and adults can experience the love of God through Christ.

Tamarack Camps
Ortonville, 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.




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 Listings753.3%
Day Camps473.2%
Resident Camps514.3%
Family Camps349.1%
Travel Camps207.7%
Coed Camps683.5%
All-Girls Camps134.1%
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 Program5370.7%4.7%
Family Camps3445.3%9.2%
Travel Camps2026.7%8.4%
Horseback Riding Camps1925.3%7.8%
Academic Camps1013.3%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.