Instead of spending the summer perfecting the art of being a couch potato, overnight summer camps in Michigan give kids the opportunity to try out new activities — think archery, kayaking, rock-climbing, hiking and more.
Plus, there’s the opportunity to make new friends from across the state while enjoying all the fun that the outdoors can offer. The skills and memories campers will gain often stick with them for years to come, too — among the many other benefits of camp.
Overnight Camps for Metro Detroit Kids
Black River Farm and Ranch
June 16-Aug. 17, 2024
- Address: 5040 Sheridan Line Road, Croswell
- Cost: $1,290-$6,945
- Best for ages: 6-16
Described as “paradise at the end of a dirt road,” this overnight camp for girls ages 6-16 focuses on horsemanship and includes riding lessons with the horses each morning. It’s been family-owned and operated since 1962. Other camp activities include swimming, kayaking, arts and crafts, archery, night activities and much more.
Camp Carvela
June 16-Aug. 16, 2024
- Address: 33 Bass Lake Road, Traverse City
- Cost: $800-$3,550
- Best for ages: 7-18
This co-ed camp prides itself for being “unplugged.” The outdoor adventures range from scavenger hunts to real-life fort building in the woods to Voyageur canoe rides, paddle boarding, lake games, bird watching and bonfires. Kids get a chance to create and lead activities too.
Camp Lookout
June 16-Aug. 16, 2024
- Address: 1310 Beuna Road, Frankfort
- Cost: $800-$3,550
- Best for ages: 7-17
Nestled on a hilly peninsula, this vehicle-free retreat, accessible only by pontoon, is an Up-North gem. Catering to ages 7-17, it fosters a supportive, playful, and imaginative environment. Whether camping on Lake Michigan’s beach or in the woods, it empowers young minds to co-create memorable experiences.
Crystalaire Adventures
June 16-Aug. 18, 2024
- Address: 33 Bass Lake Road, Traverse City
- Cost: $550-$3,550
- Best for ages: 10-18
Here, older kids learn to live and work together — and get a better sense of who they are. They’ll explore caverns, backpack North Manitou, basecamp at South Manitou and more. Exciting programs for middle schoolers, too. Ask about custom programs.
Camp AGQ through the Ann Arbor Y
June 16-Aug. 11, 2024
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $430-$1,600
- Best for ages: 6-16
Camp AGQ, nestled in the scenic woods around Burt Lake, offers a unique sleepaway experience for kids ages 6-16. Campers can enhance their adventure with optional concentrations like sailing, horseback riding, water-skiing and climbing wall (additional cost). A Mini Camp is also available, providing a gentle introduction for youngsters ages 6-8 new to overnight stays.
Camp Sancta Maria
June 16-Aug. 17, 2024
- Address: 5361 W. M-32, Gaylord
- Costs: $499-$799
This residential, Christian-based summer camp was founded in 1933 and offers 96 acres of natural wooded areas and single-gender stays so that campers get the most out of their experience. Find horseback riding, archery, swimming and canoeing in addition to games, campfires, treats, crafts and other traditional camping fun.
Camp Walden
June 17-Aug. 3, 2024
- Address: 5607 S. River Road, Cheboygan
- Cost: $775-$11,500
- Best for ages: 7-16
When campers are ready for that overnight trek, this up-north destination delivers 150 acres of virgin forest, sparkling waterfront, meadows, rolling hills and trails. Campers ages 7-16 go water skiing, tubing, sailing and paddle boarding on spring-fed Long Lake. Horseback riding and other athletics are also featured.
Van Buren Youth Camp
June 16-Aug. 9, 2024
- Address: 12370 45th St., Bloomingdale
- Cost: $75-$450
Established in 1950, this overnight camp caters to Grades 1-12, offering traditional activities such as riflery, archery, canoeing, kayaking and crafts. The “Little Bear” program provides a shorter stay for the youngest campers (ages 6-8), easing them into the experience. Leadership training for teens and a financial assistance program are also available.
YMCA Camp Copneconic
June 17-Aug. 23, 2024
- Address: 10407 N. Fenton Road, Fenton
- Cost: $800-$1,450
- Best for ages: 9-17
Fantastic campfire songs are just the start with YMCA offering overnight camps. Campers take action-packed field trips, go ziplining, tubing, kayaking, canoeing and sailing, plus enjoy weekly themes like searching for gold or building a time machine.
YMCA Camp Ohiyesa
June 10-Aug. 23, 2024
- Address: 7300 Hickory Ridge Road, Holly
- Cost: $529-$1,648
Camp Ohiyesa mixes tradition and innovation. With staff from all over the world, the experience includes plenty of fun and a strong emphasis on character building and cultural awareness. It’s close enough for southeast Michigan families but far enough removed from the city to have space to explore 300 acres of fields, forest, wetlands and lakes.
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