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MODELING CAMP invites all new models to come 'discover the model you' this summer! Explore the world of modeling and fashion at this empowering camp. Each day, campers learn about the business from leading industry professionals, top models and top agencies!

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Chicago, IL

Camp Dogwood is a camp for you and your dog. A place where your dog can be a dog. We offer a variety of dog related activities as well lectures and demonstrations on dog related topics.

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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Benton, IL

The midwest’s newest residential summer camp for 2nd-9th graders at Rend Lake, IL about 90 minutes from St. Louis

Camp Greene Wood
Woodridge, IL

Greene Wood serves all girls, grades K-12. Come for a great camp experience. Make a craft, take a hike or find some special program options! Make Greene Wood your summer home, make new friends & lifelong memories!

School of the Art Institute of Chicago Multi-Arts Camps and Middle School Programs
Chicago, IL

In SAIC's Middle School and Multi-Arts Camps, kids learn to discover, explore, and imagine inside the collections of the Art Institute of Chicago museum.

Camp Dean
Big Rock, IL

Camp Dean is an ACA-accredited resident camp for girls located on 160 pristine acres of woodland and prairie 50 miles west of downtown Chicago.

EIU English Studies Summer Camp for High School Students
Charleston, IL

The EIU English Studies Summer Camp is a unique program that allows students to select two sessions from a range of offerings in creative writing, literature, professional/academic writing, media studies, and more.

Camp Ondessonk
Ozark, IL

Camp Ondessonk is the Premier Adventure Destination of the Midwest. Our camper fees are extremely competitive and unlike many other summer camps, Ondessonk does not charge additional fees for horseback riding or senior camper electives.

Edventure & Camp Little Giant Camps
Carbondale, IL

one week day and residential camps for all abilities

School of Rock Elmhurst
Elmhurst, IL

School of Rock Naperville offers a wide variety of one week summer camps designed to challenge and inspire students whether they are just starting out or are experienced musicians looking to take their playing to the next level.

Vedic Heritage Youth Camp
Hinsdale, IL

Timeless Values (Topics from Ramcharitmanas and Bhagavad-Gita) & Dashavatara (Inspiring Values through stories of incarnations of Lord Vishnu)

Illinois Aviation Academy Flight Camp
West Chicago, IL

Illinois Aviation Flight Camp will be a week long aviation filled week! Campers will have the ability to Fly real aircraft with certified flight instructors.

C & A Robot Factory Summer Camps
Libertyville, IL

Week long day camp sessions. Experience a variety of fun projects daily challenging the imagination and advancing understanding and creative inspiration.

Camp Tapawingo
Metamora, IL

Camp Tapawingo is a traditional, rustic camp with a focus on Horseback Riding, Challenge Courses and Leadership.

Discovery Day Camp Inc
Lincolnshire, IL

Discovery's goal is to create an environment in which campers have FUN while growing as individuals and as members of a group through participation in a wide variety of activities including sports, fine and applied arts, and team building.

Universal Technical Institute Summer Ignite
Lisle, IL

Using industry tools and technology in the same facilities as our full-time students, Ignite students have the opportunity to train in automotive, motorcycle and collision repair technologies.

ArtReach Educational Theatre Summer Arts Camp
Rolling Meadows, IL

Our performing arts camps consist of 3 camp sessions and culminate in a fully staged musical production.

Vertical Extreme Summer Day Camp
Springfield, IL

Vertical Extreme Summer Day Camp for extreme fun and new experiences for your kids. Vertical Extreme is a summer day camp for kids entering Kindergarten through 7th grade, located in Springfield, Illinois, and administered by Calvary Academy.

Western Illinois Youth Camp
Jacksonville, IL

One week at camp is worth a lifetime of memories! Join us this summer!




Illinois Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

IL Directory Overview

Illinois camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Illinois % of Dir.
Total Listings572.5%
Day Camps473.2%
Resident Camps211.8%
Family Camps123.2%
Travel Camps41.5%
Coed Camps492.5%
All-Girls Camps92.9%
All-Boys Camps31.6%

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 - $9515 - 1488%

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

Top specialty categories for Illinois within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program3357.9%2.9%
Family Camps1221.1%3.2%
Art Camps915.8%3.6%
Academic Camps610.5%2.2%
Music Camps58.8%2.5%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Illinois

Illinois enjoys warm, sunny summers that are ideal for a range of outdoor activities. Daytime temperatures are perfect for hiking, swimming, and sports, while cooler evenings make for enjoyable campfire gatherings, storytelling, and group games. The state's varied climate allows for the perfect blend of outdoor fun and comfortable nights, whether participating in water sports, nature programs, or more adventurous activities. Illinois’ summer weather provides the right conditions for an engaging and exciting camp season.

Illinois’ landscape is diverse, offering everything from forests and rolling hills to lakes and rivers. With natural parks like the Shawnee National Forest, campers can explore stunning vistas, while the many lakes and rivers throughout the state provide ample opportunities for water-based activities. The state’s geography supports a variety of outdoor pursuits, from canoeing on the Illinois River to hiking the trails of the Great River Road. Whether surrounded by the vast prairies or near the lakeshores, Illinois offers numerous opportunities for exploration and adventure.

The diverse ecosystems in Illinois make it an excellent location for environmental education camps. The state’s mix of wetlands, prairies, forests, and urban areas provides rich opportunities for campers to learn about ecology, wildlife conservation, and environmental stewardship. Many camps in Illinois integrate these ecosystems into their programs, allowing children to experience hands-on learning about the importance of conservation and sustainability. Whether it’s birdwatching in the forests or studying aquatic ecosystems near one of the many lakes, Illinois’ natural environment plays a key role in many summer camp experiences.