Best Grand Rapids Summer Camps, Including Popular Day Camps
Heading off to summer camp is one of the rites of passage for a kid, and one of the most popular summer things to do in Grand Rapids.
Looking for summer camp for kindergarteners or big kids? Maybe your preschooler needs some enrichment this summer.
No matter their age, there’s every kind of summer camp for kids in West Michigan.
Find day camps, overnight camps, nearby camps and far-away camps. Animals, sports, art, STEAM, and just good old fashioned play – you can find the perfect camp for your kids below.
Many camps fill up quickly, so register as soon as possible.
Directory of Summer Camps Near Grand Rapids
Scroll around this camp guide, or filter with search tools to narrow the list. Click on listings to learn more about each camp.
We’ll be adding more wonderful day camps, theater camps, sports camps, STEM camps, etc, so check back as you make your plans.
Always check camp websites for current information – we are updating this as we get info, but summer camp registrations are always evolving!
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Overnight in Interlochen, MI
Interlochen Arts Camp
4000 J. Maddy Parkway, Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 276-7472
(231) 276-7472
Hours: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM (varies by program)
Pricing: $1,950 - $10,180 (varies by program)
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: $1,950 - $10,180 (varies by program)
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Interlochen Arts Camp is a world-renowned summer arts program where young artists from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and gender identities, hone their talents, grow as individuals, and flourish creatively.
From across the nation and around the world, artistic students ages 8-18 convene at Interlochen to expand their skills in the arts.
From across the nation and around the world, artistic students ages 8-18 convene at Interlochen to expand their skills in the arts.
Overnight, Day Camp in Middleville, MI
YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin
1095 N Briggs Rd, Middleville, MI 49333
(269) 795-9163
(269) 795-9163
Hours: Dependent on program
Pricing: Dependent on program
Camp Best for: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: Dependent on program
Camp Best for: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Make unforgettable memories with us this summer at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin!
Nestled on the scenic shores of Barlow Lake in Middleville, this camp offers thrilling activities like the zipline, rock wall, water sports and so much more!
Learn more at grymcacml.org or email us at camp@grymca.org.
Nestled on the scenic shores of Barlow Lake in Middleville, this camp offers thrilling activities like the zipline, rock wall, water sports and so much more!
Learn more at grymcacml.org or email us at camp@grymca.org.
Overnight, Day Camp in Cedar Springs, MI
Pine Ridge Bible Camp
8415 17 Mile Rd NE, Cedar Springs, MI 49319
(616) 696-8675 x121
(616) 696-8675 x121
Hours: Overnight camp: Check-In begins a 9 AM Monday, Check-Out begins at 9 AM Saturday; Day Camp: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Pricing: 5 night camp starting at $410, Day Camp starting at $230
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: 5 night camp starting at $410, Day Camp starting at $230
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pine Ridge Bible Camp in Cedar Springs, Michigan offers Christ-centered overnight and day camps for grades 1-12.
Set on 100 acres near Pine Lake, we provide engaging activities like laser tag, tubing, and crafts, fostering spiritual growth and lifelong memories.
Set on 100 acres near Pine Lake, we provide engaging activities like laser tag, tubing, and crafts, fostering spiritual growth and lifelong memories.
Overnight, Day Camp in Grand Rapids, MI
2025 Aquinas College Sports and Academic Summer Camps
1700 Fulton St. E, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 632-2462
(616) 632-2462
Hours: Options include: Mon - Thu: 9 AM - 12 PM; Mon - Thu: 9 AM - 4 PM or 5 PM; Mon - Thu: 12:30 PM-3 PM; Mon - Fri: 9 AM-12 PM
Pricing: Starting at $50 per day. $250 per week. Scholarships are available!
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: Starting at $50 per day. $250 per week. Scholarships are available!
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Have Fun Exploring New Adventures with the 2025 Aquinas College Summer Camps that offer fun, engaging, imaginative, inclusive and "hands-on" experiences.
Camps include Music (Jazz), STEM (Engineering), Adventures (Roleplay Gaming), and multiple Sports Camps for all ages (Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swim & Dive, and Volleyball)!
Prices, days, and times are listed at their website: (https://www.aquinas.edu/aq-summer-camps/index.html)
Camps include Music (Jazz), STEM (Engineering), Adventures (Roleplay Gaming), and multiple Sports Camps for all ages (Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swim & Dive, and Volleyball)!
Prices, days, and times are listed at their website: (https://www.aquinas.edu/aq-summer-camps/index.html)
Overnight in Mears, Michigan
Grace Adventures
2100 N Ridge Rd, Mears, Michigan 49436
(231) 873-3662
(231) 873-3662
Hours: Overnight Sunday-Friday
Pricing: Mini week: $329, full week: $539 ; Ranch Camp: mini week: $389, full week: $669
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: Mini week: $329, full week: $539 ; Ranch Camp: mini week: $389, full week: $669
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Grace Adventures and Paradise Ranch, at the Silver Lake Sand Dunes, has purposefully-designed programs to build off one another year-after-year.
Each week of traditional youth camp and ranch camp is tailored to meet them at an age-appropriate level to develop Christ-like character on a personal, relational, and spiritual level.
Each week of traditional youth camp and ranch camp is tailored to meet them at an age-appropriate level to develop Christ-like character on a personal, relational, and spiritual level.
Overnight, Family Programs in Walkerville, MI
Camp Tall Turf
6747 E Scout Rd, Walkerville, MI 49459
(616) 452-7906
(616) 452-7906
Hours: Overnight Sessions
Pricing: Fees Based on Family Income
Camp Best for: Elementary Kids
Pricing: Fees Based on Family Income
Camp Best for: Elementary Kids
We aim for diverse groups of people to live, learn, play and worship together according to God’s vision of wholeness.
Our community is committed to collectively learning to identify what barriers prevent people from knowing their own worth, and then applying ourselves to dismantle systems that perpetuate those beliefs.
Our community is committed to collectively learning to identify what barriers prevent people from knowing their own worth, and then applying ourselves to dismantle systems that perpetuate those beliefs.
Overnight, Family Programs in Lake, MI
Mystic Lake YMCA Camp
9505 Ludington Dr, Lake, MI 48632
(517) 827-9650
(517) 827-9650
Hours: Dependent on program
Pricing: Overnight: Starting at $775
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: Overnight: Starting at $775
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Since 1926, Mystic Lake YMCA Camp has been providing exceptional programs for children and
families.
We focus on core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility, which are
emphasized in all activities.
Through character development, we foster social responsibility, self-confidence, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
families.
We focus on core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility, which are
emphasized in all activities.
Through character development, we foster social responsibility, self-confidence, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
Overnight, Day Camp, Family Programs in Newaygo, MI
Camp Newaygo
5333 South Centerline Rd, Newaygo, MI 49337
(231) 652-1184
(231) 652-1184
Hours: Varies by camp option
Pricing: Mom & Me and Family Camp: $115 per person, 2 and under free | Girls' Overnight Camp: Full Weeks: $960; Mini Weeks: $640 | Co-Ed Day Camp: $220 per week with local discount available
Camp Best for: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: Mom & Me and Family Camp: $115 per person, 2 and under free | Girls' Overnight Camp: Full Weeks: $960; Mini Weeks: $640 | Co-Ed Day Camp: $220 per week with local discount available
Camp Best for: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Camp Newaygo has Mom & Me, Family Camp Programs, Girls' Overnight Camp and Co-Ed Day Camp all summer long.
Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and sitting on 104 acres along a chain of four lakes, Camp Newaygo is the perfect place to discover a love of the outdoors together.
Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and sitting on 104 acres along a chain of four lakes, Camp Newaygo is the perfect place to discover a love of the outdoors together.
Overnight, Day Camp, Family Programs in Plainwell, MI
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
12584 Burchett Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080
(800) 497-2688
(800) 497-2688
Hours: Varies depending on camp
Pricing: Varies depending on camp
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing: Varies depending on camp
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Camp offered weeks of: June 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28; & August 4
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Camps offer the perfect experiences for all girls!
You don’t have to currently be a Girl Scout in order to join in on the fun and experience girl-led programming.
Girl Scouts provides experiences that build girls’ courage, confidence, and character.
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Camps offer the perfect experiences for all girls!
You don’t have to currently be a Girl Scout in order to join in on the fun and experience girl-led programming.
Girl Scouts provides experiences that build girls’ courage, confidence, and character.
Overnight, Day Camp in Newaygo, MI
Camp Henry
5575 S Gordon Ave, Newaygo, MI 49337
(616) 459-2267
(616) 459-2267
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing:
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Overnight, Day Camp in Montague, MI
YMCA Camp Pendalouan
1243 E Fruitvale Rd., Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-4538 x301
(231) 894-4538 x301
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing:
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Overnight, Day Camp in Augusta, MI
Sherman Lake YMCA Camp
6225 North 39th Street, Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 731-3030
(269) 731-3030
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Overnight in Battle Creek, MI
Aviation Camp at WMU
237 North Helmer Road, Battle Creek, MI 49037
Hours:
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Camp Best for: High School Kids
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Camp Best for: High School Kids
Overnight, Day Camp in Evart, MI
SpringHill
7717 95th Ave, Evart, MI 49631
(231) 734-2616
(231) 734-2616
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Overnight in Dowling, MI
Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat
1700 Clear Lake, Dowling, MI 49050
(989) 534-6587
(989) 534-6587
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing:
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Overnight in Gowen, MI
Camp Greenwood
13564 MacClain St, Gowen, MI 49326
(616) 754-7258
(616) 754-7258
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing:
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Overnight in Rodney, MI
Camp Brethren Heights
9478 Brethren Heights Rd., Rodney, MI 49342
(231) 867-3618
(231) 867-3618
Hours:
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Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
Pricing:
Camp Best for: Elementary, Middle School, High School Kids
