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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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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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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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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Camp Boomerang
Flushing, MI

Come join this hidden gem all summer long

YMCA Camp Nissokone
Oscoda, MI

At Camp Nissokone, kids discover new skills, make friends, gain confidence and practice teamwork. Located on Lake Van Ettan, activities from wakeboarding to drama and from high ropes to horseback riding all add up to a summer of adventure and memories to last a lifetime.

Camp Westminster on Higgins Lake
Roscommon, MI

Since 1925 we've offered stellar programs for children and youth to gain confidence, make friends, and create memories all on the beautiful shores of Higgins Lake! Register today for your adventure!

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

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

YMCA Camp Pendalouan
Montague, MI

Your child's confidence grows and they have fun while creating life-long relationships. Trained staff guide campers in traditional camp activities. Teens build character through unique staff and peer interactions. Transportation is available from Muskegon, MI and Oak Park, IL.

Cavallo Equestrian Centre
Ypsilanti, MI

Cavallo Equestrian Centre Summer horse camp offers an exciting opportunity for children of all ages to ride twice a day and learn how to care for a horse!

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.

Grace Adventures Paradise Ranch
Mears, MI

Paradise Ranch Summer Horse Camps are for kids entering grades 3-12 to have fun, learn quality horsemanship, and about their walk with Jesus Christ. Campers learn to groom, tack, and ride a horse, work with cattle, and play ranch games.

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!

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.

Great Escape Stables
South Lyon , MI

Best horse camp in the Ann Arbor area! CPR/First Aid Certified.

Windward Bound Sail Training
Bay City, MI

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

Circle Pines Center
Delton, MI

Independent, non-profit, cooperative, co-ed, overnight camp that promotes peace, social justice, environmental stewartship and cooperation through education, recreation, work and the arts, among people from all backgrounds. Our food is fabulous, much of it made from fresh, local, organic ingredients.

Camp Linden
Linden, MI

Camp Linden is where girls make friends, gain practical life skills, develop critical thinking skills & practice team building through nature exploration, horseback riding, outdoor adventure, water sports, fine arts, travel & leadership.




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 Listings733.3%
Day Camps463.2%
Resident Camps504.3%
Family Camps349.1%
Travel Camps197.3%
Coed Camps673.5%
All-Girls Camps123.9%
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 - $4516 - 1794%
Resident$351 - $9517 - 17100%

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 Program5372.6%4.8%
Family Camps3446.6%9.2%
Travel Camps1926.0%8.0%
Horseback Riding Camps1926.0%8.0%
Academic Camps1013.7%3.8%


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.