Across Alberta, you'll find a wide range of spectacular camps for kids. Below, we list many of the most exceptional camps in the province, from day camps in Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer, to overnight camps in the foothills and the northern part of the province. Below the list of camps, you can read more about camps in specific cities along with advice for parents and kids. Read more
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Circle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, biking, swimming and so much more!
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 Pedalheads Bike, Swim and Sport Alberta (24)
Pedalheads offers bike, swim, and sport programs to families across Canada. Pedalheads helps kids develop life skills, confidence, and independence through fun, safe, and engaging instruction.
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 Calgary
Our coed summer sports camps are geared toward kids ages 4-18 of all abilities and skill levels. From beginner to elite, there is a camp option for everyone. Improve Your Skills & Have SERIOUS FUN at Sports Camps Canada!
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 Kananaskis
Est 1969. Inspiring, challenging journeys of self-discovery in the outdoors. Join an authentic, transformational adventure to see Canada at its finest, reach beyond your own boundaries, and tap in to your true potential.
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 Ferintosh
Offers onsite and offsite (hiking and backpacking) camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp.
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 Calgary
Idea Lab provides classes, camps ranging from Cooking, Robotics, 3D Art, Engineering and Science. At Idea Lab children learn through hands-on-activities utilizing Critical-thinking Skills and a great deal of IMAGINATION!
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 InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta Rocky Mountain House; Sundre
Pioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure,creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun!
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 Rocky Mountain House
Camps for girls who LOVE horses! Our natural horsemanship programs are about learning leadership and life skills - through heart to heart horsemanship! Horse Focused and FUN!
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 Rivers Edge Camping Association Water Valley
A year-round group rental facility and traditional summer bible camp with good food, great people, and activities galore!
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 Jasper
Kids in the Spotlight is an evidence-based performing arts organization helping children and youth develop self-confidence, social skills, and harmonious relationships with family and friends.
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 Calgary
Does your child love math challenges? Spirit of Math’s summer camps focus on the core topics from our curriculum with an extensive range of fun & exciting summer camps designed to challenge students from grades 2 - 9.
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Supportive & therapeutic environment for struggling students. Assessment, educational support, life skills and outdoor activities. Earn school credit, acquire skills & stay safe!
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Alberta offers many different types of summer camps for kids aged 2 to 18. There are traditional overnight camps that every child should experience, as well as day camps throughout the province. Here are some of the more popular types of camps in the province.
Summer programs and other camps are the ideal place to build skills, no matter what sport you favour. Sports camps across the province are often run by professional athletes, coaches and trainers. If you love any of the following sports, there’s no better way to improve than by attending camps listed in the links. Note that specialized camps show at the top of the list, while other camps that at least offer that sport as an activity will also show up further down the list.
Kids that attend summer camps during July and August, tend to do better in school, but the benefits of attending summer camp go far beyond better grades. Young people also gain self confidence and build leadership skills within a positive and nurturing environment. Find your favourite subject below and discover camps that focus on that — highlighted in the list linked to — or at least offer it as an activity.
Technology is the present and the future as far as skills youth will need in the world. Click on specific technologies or related activities below to find Alberta camps that focus on that. (Further down the linked lists are camps that offer that tech interest as one activity among others.)
Kids’ arts camps in the province encourage kids to develop their artistic instincts, talents and skills. Find camps offering the following as either a focus (found at the top of lists) or at least as an activity (further down the linked pages).
Found across the province, exceptional needs camps offer a one-of-a-kind experience that fosters independence and growth. Find camps supporting specific needs like the following:
More camp types available in Alberta:
To find camps in your city or town, we offer pages focused on cities across the province. Learn more at the following links:
That’s a brief overview.
Consult more information in the rest of our guide:
The Alberta Camping Association (ACA) is a provincial organization representing organized summer and youth camps in Alberta. Each member camp goes through the Standards and Accreditation program that includes a formal accreditation visit once every three years that covers all aspects of camp operations. Parents should be aware that camps are not required to be a part of ACA, and many non-member camps also offer excellent safe and well-run programs that meet or exceed standards.
