Fun is what camp is all about! At SNC we use Adventure, Learning and Kindness all in a Natural setting to promote each campers's personal development. Our nurturing atmosphere gives campers confidence to make friends easily and to try new activities. Our Gaol is allows each camper to truly be themselves, maybe thats why 92% of our campers return each summer.

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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.

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!

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.

Camp Brosend
Newburgh, IN
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!

Culver Summer Schools & Camps
Culver, IN

Culver prepares youth for leadership and responsible citizenship in society by developing and nurturing the whole individual - mind, spirit, and body - through integrated programs that emphasize the cultivation of character.

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.

ICC Summer Music Camp
Indianapolis, IN

Join the Indianapolis Children's Choir for a week of music-making and fun, culminating in a final performance! The perfect camp for kids in grades 1-8 who love to sing.

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.

Benefic Chamber Music Camp
Muncie, IN

Benefic Chamber Music Camp at Ball State University attracts music students nationwide to advance their collaborative skills in chamber music setting

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.

Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy
Fishers, IN

Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy Summer Camps are fun, educational experiences mostly focused on music and the arts. Campers can have the opportunity to explore singing, acting, guitar, piano and much more.

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.

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.

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.

Camp Livingston
Bennington, IN

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

Twin Lakes Camp & Conference Center
Hillsboro, IN

Twin Lakes Camp, located in Hillsboro, Indiana, is a great place to have fun and grow. Our purpose is to provide campers with a safe, challenging and enjoyable Christian Camping experience in the perfect environment: God's great outdoors!

Camp Lutherhaven
Albion, IN

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

Jameson Camp
Indianapolis, IN

Jameson Camp offers Overnight Camp for ages 7-17, and 2 sessions of Day Camp for ages 5-12. We are especially equipped for children with social and emotional challenges. Programming is based around Character Development.





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.