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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Positive Energy Outdoors
Duluth, MN

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

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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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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 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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Northern Pines Camp and Retreat Center
Park Rapids, MN

Northern Pines Camp and Retreat Center, Park Rapids, MN, is nestled among the tall pines of northern Minnesota on the shore of beautiful Fish Hook Lake. We offer camps for ages 6-17, for families, and for adults with developmental delays.

Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center
Sandstone, MN

Have the experience of a lifetime this summer! Our camps a focus on wildlife, nature, adventure and outdoor skills. Outdoor Explorers (grades 5-7), Wild About Animals (grades 4-6 ), Rocks, Ropes & Rafts (grades 6-8). Scholarships available.

Camp Innovation
Minneapolis, MN

Design and build your own personal project in our makerspace

Flourish Summer Camp for Arts and Agriculture
Wykoff, MN

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

Camp Voyageur
Ely, MN

Adjoining the BWCAW, we specialize in wilderness canoe and hiking trips, but also offer in-camp land and water sports.

School of Rock St. Paul Music Camps
St. Paul, MN

Future rock stars wanted! Learn an instrument, join a band, and put on a show!

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!

Woodloch Stable Horse Camp
Hugo, MN

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

Grindstone Lake Bible Camp
Sandstone, MN

Grindstone Lake Bible Camp is an evangelical interdenominational camp located Sandstone, Minnesota.

YMCA Camp Pepin
Stockholm, WI

Camp Pepin brings campers together from near and far to build confidence, character, and lifelong friendships. Our international staff and caring counselors create a welcoming, close-knit community that celebrates each individual - regardless of background or ability. Through hands-on learning, outdoor adventure, and small-group living, kids grow into capable and compassionate people.

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.

Minnesota Aviation Career Education (ACE) Camp
St Louis Park, MN

Each summer 30 students take part in a week-long, residential camp offering career exploration and exclusive access to all things aviation.

Science & Engineering Camps at The Works
Bloomington, MN

The Works’ summer camps are ideal for girls and boys entering kindergarten through 7th grade who love to explore, discover, design and build. Campers have fun, use real tools, and learn how things work with hands-on projects in science and engineering.

Elite Gymnastics Academy (EGA) Summer Camps
Burnsville, MN

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





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.