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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Camp River Ridge
Oldenburg, IN

A Catholic camp that offers fun, adventure, and faith summer camps, as well as year-round weekend camps and family programs.

Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival
Valparaiso, IN

We bring together young people for four weeks of musical study and performance in a supportive community. We welcome band, orchestra, choir, composition, piano, and pipe organ students completing grades 8—12 from all faith backgrounds to join us.

Free Wind Farm Horse Day Camp
Fort Wayne, IN

Our beginner day camps introduce girls and boys to the joys of horseback riding. Activities will include a daily group lesson as well as visits from our vet and blacksmith. Rain or shine, we'll learn about horses and have fun riding!

SuperGroup Chess Camp
West Lafayette, IN

Play a USCF rated Tournament Game each day. Record Games. Game Analysis of all Tournament Games. Current USCF membership required. 4 day and 3 day options.

Tom Crean Basketball Camps
Bloomington, IN

IU Basketball Coach Tom Crean's summer basketball camps focus on improving players' skills and fueling participants' passion for the game and specifically for Indiana Hoosier Basketball.

Camp Logan
Syracuse, IN

Beautiful location, progressive programming and great staff means a summer you won't forget! Established in 1928, Camp Logan serves girls of all ages in a 200-acre setting in northern Indiana. Programs are focused in the areas of Aquatics, Equestrian, Outdoor/Adventure and Leadership.

Poplar Ridge Stables
Carmel, IN

The goal of our horse camps is to teach young horse lovers the fundamentals of horsemanship in an encouraging, safe environment.

Create & Play Video Game Tech Camps @ Video Game Palooza
Westfield, IN

This full day camp combines creative learning with team based play as campers create/modify their own games and multimedia projects in a networked environment.

YMCA Camp Potawotami
Wolcottville, IN

YMCA Camp Potawotami has provided friendship and fun, challenges and character-building in a beautiful, safe environment for 100 years. Located in Lagrange County about 40 miles north of Fort Wayne, we sit along the shores of Blackman Lake on over 210 acres of woodlands, meadows, wetlands and hiking trails for you to explore.

SoccerPlus Camps
Multiple Sites in Multiple States, CA

SoccerPlus Camps conducts soccer camps across the country and is presented by Tony DiCicco, Head Coach of the 1996 Olympic Gold-Medal Winning, 1999 World Cup Champion USA Women's National Soccer Teams, and 2008 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Champion USA U20 National Soccer Team.

Camp Crosley YMCA
North Webster, IN

Founded in 1921 Camp Crosley offers excellent program,beautiful modern facilities. Our program provides for personal choice. We emphasis leadership, character development,we are a YMCA camp & have a Christian atmosphere.

Shooting Stars Gym-n-Learn Summer Camp
Plainfield, IN

Shooting Stars Summer Camp is a 4 hour a day camp from 9:30 to 1:30 for kids ages 3-6. We also offer it from 9:30-11:30 for our campers ages 2+. We are a fitness based camp that will offer 30 minutes to 1 hour of gymnastics in our daily curriculum

Pyoca Camp and Retreat Center
Brownstown, IN

Pyoca Camp and Retreat Center is a place where all are welcome to explore, grow, rest, and play. Come explore your call, grow in faith, rest in Creation, and play with a purpose.

School of Rock Performance Boot Camps
Carmel, IN

Do you want to learn to play faster? To perform in front of a crowd? To learn more in a week than you ever could in a week of just taking lessons? Check out School of Rock performance boot camps!

Yoga Camp
indianapolis, IN

Join us for a week of Yoga fun! We will learn breaths, poses, play yoga games, work in partners and small groups, practice mindfulness, express gratitude, relaxation techniques, and more!

Indiana University Midsummer Theatre Camp
Bloomington, IN

Indiana University's Midsummer Theatre Camp is a dynamic two-week immersive theatre and drama institute designed especially for young people serious about studying theatre. Classes are taught by IU faculty and professional guest artists.

Camp Butternut Springs
Valparaiso, IN

Butternut Springs serves all girls, grades 2-12. 60 mins from Chicago. Come for a great camp experience. Swim, hike, canoe or find some special program options! Make Butternut Springs your summer home, make new friends & lifelong memories!

Camp Lutherhaven
Albion, IN

Camp Lutherhaven is a relational ministry in the midst of God's creation.

Camp Livingston
Bennington, IN

Mid-Western JCC Affiliated Resident Camp, Adventure Travel Programs, Teen Israel Trip, CIT Program, Sports, Arts, General Recreation





General Notes About Camps in the State of Indiana

Indiana’s summer climate is perfect for outdoor camp activities, with warm days and cool nights that are ideal for a mix of sports, hiking, and water-based activities. The sunny weather encourages campers to explore the outdoors, while the cooler evenings provide the perfect setting for campfire storytelling and group activities. The state’s diverse climate supports a range of camps, from those focused on outdoor adventures to those centered around arts, crafts, and education, offering the right balance of fun and relaxation.

Indiana’s geography offers a variety of environments, each suitable for different types of summer camps. In the metro areas like Indianapolis, day camps, arts camps, and educational programs are prevalent, offering campers access to museums, historical sites, and urban parks. These camps often focus on creativity, education, and sports, providing both indoor and outdoor activities within the city. Meanwhile, cities like Bloomington and Lafayette are surrounded by natural beauty, perfect for nature and adventure camps. These rural and suburban areas offer access to parks, forests, and lakes where campers can participate in hiking, canoeing, and environmental education. The state’s rivers, such as the Wabash and White rivers, also provide opportunities for water-based activities like rafting, fishing, and kayaking, offering a blend of city and nature experiences for campers.

Indiana’s diverse ecosystems, including wetlands, forests, and prairies, make it an ideal location for environmental education camps. These natural environments allow campers to explore wildlife, engage in conservation efforts, and learn about the state’s rich biodiversity. Camps focusing on ecology, conservation, and outdoor education give participants the chance to immerse themselves in nature and develop a deeper understanding of environmental stewardship. With opportunities for hands-on learning, such as wildlife observation and habitat restoration, Indiana provides an excellent setting for young nature enthusiasts.