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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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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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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Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN

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

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Camp Eden Wood, Camp Friendship, Camp Courage
Annandale, MN

Camp Friendship, Camp Eden Wood, and Camp Courage serve children and adults with disabilities.

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.

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.

Elite Gymnastics Academy (EGA) Summer Camps
Burnsville, MN

Recreational & Competitive Gymnastics Day Camps for boys and girls ages 5 & up! Our unique summer camps are popular for a reason! They are fun AND instructional! Each of our NINE weeks of camps offers an exciting new theme! Pizza lunch served on Fridays; and swim time for full-day campers on Wednesdays & Fridays! Join the fun! Register today!

Skyrock Farm
Medina, MN

Come to Skyrock and have a great time with friends learning all about horses and riding everyday! When the weather is bad we ride inside!

Camp Lincoln for Boys & Camp Lake Hubert for Girls
Lake Hubert, MN

For 115 years, we have been a leader in the youth development business. We strive to stay on top of the current trends and offerings, while always keeping in mind our traditions that have made Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert what they are today.

Lake Superior Youth Chorus
Duluth, MN

Discover your voice with LSYC's Summer Sing day camp!

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.

Etiquette in Action Manners Camp
Hamel/Plymouth, MN

Etiquette & Life Skills are taught in engaging and memorable ways during this 3 day summer camp! Both social and dining skills are incorporated.

Good Earth Village Camp and Retreat
Spring Valley, MN

Good Earth Village is an Outdoor Ministry of the church. It is owned by over 140 congregations in Southeastern Minnesota.

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!

Long Lake Conservation Center
Palisade, MN

Long Lake's Summer Programs welcome campers to a fun, friendly community in north-central Minnesota. Six-day sessions include outdoor activities, games, and wilderness skills. We encourage curiosity, exploration of nature, and respect. Adventure canoe trips, day camps, resident camps.

Woodloch Stable Horse Camp
Hugo, MN

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

Flourish Summer Camp for Arts and Agriculture
Wykoff, MN

Flourish Summer Camp is a performing arts program for youth ages 11-15.

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!




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MN Directory Overview

Minnesota camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Minnesota % of Dir.
Total Listings602.6%
Day Camps402.7%
Resident Camps312.6%
Family Camps143.7%
Travel Camps72.7%
Coed Camps522.7%
All-Girls Camps82.5%
All-Boys Camps63.3%

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 - $5516 - 16100%
Resident$451 - $1,9519 - 1773%

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

Top specialty categories for Minnesota within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program2745.0%2.4%
Family Camps1423.3%3.8%
Horseback Riding Camps1118.3%4.5%
Adventure Camps1016.7%3.4%
Travel Camps711.7%3.0%


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.