Camp Nowhere
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Bring your imagination to life at Camp Nowhere, a one-of-a-kind 5-day theater camp for kids and teens!

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At Camp Birchwood you can do all the fun, exciting, and adventurous activities that large camps offer, without getting lost in the crowd. Our smaller size provides campers with a special sense of belonging, instantaneous friendships, and solid relationships with counselors who truly care.

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In camp programing offers over 20 camp activities to sign up for each day. Or choose to take an adventure in one of Northern Minnesotas beautiful wilderness areas canoeing, backpacking, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, or rock climbing, you and friends learn to live comfortably in the outdoors as you experience all the fun and challenge the wilderness has to offer.

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Pine River, MN

Camp Foley has a warm, caring, family atmosphere that allows campers to thrive on new friendships and experiences. With quality activity instruction our campers are challenged to develop skills in a supportive, friendly environment.

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Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN

PEO Camps include Monday to Friday Adventures for pre-K through 8th grade.

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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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Rock Camp - Spark School of Music
Spring Lake Park, MN

Our camp offers the ultimate thrill of playing in a rock band and performing in a concert. We’ll help your child feel like a star and make his or her rock ‘n’ roll dreams come true.

Discovery Day Camp
Fort Snelling, MN

Discovery Day Camp is an opportunity for girls and boys grades K through 8 to join in on five full days of fun and learning. Each day campers will explore exciting activities guided by friendly and knowledgeable staff.

English Language Learner Summer Camp - International School of MN
Eden Prairie, MN

ISM’s ELL Summer Camp allows students to learn/improve English as they enjoy all MN has to offer. We have exercises & activities that will strengthen written & spoken English as well as cultural activities to practice English skills.

YMCA Camp Ihduhapi
Loretto, MN

Ihduhapi (EE-dohop-ee) is of Lakota origin, meaning "Independence." At YMCA Camp Ihduhapi, campers enjoy a variety of memorable daily adventures, learn new skills, and build lasting relationships in a beautiful setting.

Minnesota Adventure Camp
Park Rapids, MN

Camp Character is for youth with special needs ages 7-18. Our camp teaches life skills, social skills, and confidence. We use outdoor activities, teambuilding, water activities, high and low ropes activities and more to teach applicable skills. We have three separate camps within each camp for girls 12 and up, boys 12 and up, and younger youth. We guarantee your child will want to return and grow their skills!

Elite Gymnastics Academy (EGA) Summer Camps
Burnsville, MN

Recreational & Competitive Gymnastics Day Camps for boys and girls ages 5 & up!

YMCA Camp Miller
Strugeon Lake, MN

Duluth YMCA Camp Miller has a long history of providing quality programs in a beautiful outdoor setting. Located on 340 acres and one mile of shoreline on Sturgeon Lake, campers experience traditional camp programs.

Woodloch Stable Horse Camp
Hugo, MN

A 2 day or 7 day riding program with safety and fun learning

Sunny Science: Cyanotype Summer Camp
Saint Paul, MN

Along with COMPAS Teaching Artist Kelley Meister, learn about cyanotypes, a simple, nontoxic photographic process that uses the sun for exposure and water as developer. Explore how UV light from the sun can create art!

2026 - Youth Football Camp with Members of the MN Vikings (June 28th-July 1st, 2026)
St. Paul, MN

Founded in 1983, we have the best teaching football programs in the nation having graduated over 107,000 athletes, many currently playing at the college level. This will be our 43rd successful year of football instruction.

Rum River Art Center Summer Camp
Anoka, MN

Rumriver Art Center will be offering Summer Art Camps starting in mid June and running through August. Each camp is a week long and will focus on the art making process using various art media from drawing and painting to pottery and sculpture.

YMCA Camp Kitchigami
Duluth , MN
Covenant Pines Bible Camp
McGregor, MN

Between 2 lakes in northern Minnesota's Northwoods. Youth camps for 2-12 graders. Climbing tower, adventure course, daily chapel. Exemplary well-trained adult counselors who love kids!

Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, MN

Camp Pillsbury is a Premier Minnesota Summer Camp offering 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 and 11 week sessions for boys & girls ages 6-17.





General Notes About Camps in the State of Minnesota

The state’s summer climate is ideal for outdoor activities, with warm, sunny days perfect for hiking, sports, and swimming. Cool evenings provide the ideal setting for campfires and group bonding activities, making it an excellent location for both active adventures and relaxing downtime. The mild summer temperatures allow campers to experience a full range of outdoor fun, from water sports at one of Minnesota’s many lakes to team-building activities in the woods.

From the urban landscape of Minneapolis to the vast forests and lakes that define Minnesota’s rural areas, the state offers a wide variety of environments perfect for different types of camps. In the metro areas, camps focus on arts, education, and sports, benefiting from the cultural offerings and parks nearby. For those seeking more natural surroundings, the dense forests of the north and the pristine lakes provide ideal settings for nature exploration, hiking, and adventure camps. The state's diverse geography makes it perfect for campers who want to immerse themselves in both urban culture and outdoor adventures.

The natural landscapes of Minnesota provide an excellent setting for camps that focus on ecology and environmental education. Its wetlands, lakes, and forests are home to a diverse range of wildlife and ecosystems, creating opportunities for campers to learn about biodiversity and conservation. Through hands-on activities like wildlife tracking and water quality studies, campers can engage in real-world environmental education while gaining a deeper understanding of the state’s delicate ecosystems. Whether studying forest regeneration or exploring aquatic environments, the natural world offers abundant learning opportunities for young environmental stewards.