Camp Guide

Christian summer camps

Providing a wholesome Christ-centered camp experience

Christian camps create an experience that deepens children’s faith through interaction with fellow Christian boys and girls in an environment where they explore and strengthen their bond with each other and God. Christian kids' and teens' camps listed below include both overnight and day programs. Below the list, find information about regional Christian camps, and advice for parents and teens about the value of this experience, finding the right camp, and more. Read more

List of Christian camps and programs

Search all camps using our advanced camp search

SHOW OPEN CAMPS ONLY

FILTERS

SHOW OPEN CAMPS ONLY

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
featured InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Halkirk Halkirk Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Circle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine InterVarsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, archery, swimming and so much more! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $496/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	496	6-17	0	Halkirk, Alberta	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch HalkirkCircle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine InterVarsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, archery, swimming and so much more! Halkirk, Alberta Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River Brantford Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Overnight and day camps, with activities including horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, tomahawks, and much more. Leadership and horse specialty camps also offered. Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed, Girls, Boys from $240/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	240	5-16	1	Brantford, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand RiverOvernight and day camps, with activities including horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, tomahawks, and much more. Leadership and horse specialty camps also offered. Brantford, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for kids and teens ages 6-17. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding and water sports. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $499/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	499	6-17	2	Hamilton, , Huntsville, Ontario, Land O' Lakes Tourist Region, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear LakeCircle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for kids and teens ages 6-17. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding and water sports. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Hamilton, , Huntsville, Ontario, Land O' Lakes Tourist Region, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured Muskoka Woods Rosseau Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Muskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that offers a fun, safe and welcoming environment for all youth. Our staff share a common desire to help young people realize their full potential. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $1,149/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	1149	6-16	3	Rosseau, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Muskoka WoodsMuskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that offers a fun, safe and welcoming environment for all youth. Our staff share a common desire to help young people realize their full potential. Rosseau, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured 1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College Quebec City; South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft Reading: Leadership training Overnight camp, Program Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Read more... Ages 9 to 18 Boys from $150/week View profile	Overnight camp, Program openCamp Boys	150	9-18	4	Quebec City, , South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Bancroft,	Reading: Leadership training1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff CollegeLeadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Quebec City, , South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Bancroft, Overnight camp, Program Boys
featured InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp An award winning Christian summer camp in Muskoka for ages 5 to 17 featuring dozens of awesome activities, teen programs in leadership development and wilderness adventure & unforgettable experiences for every camper! Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $450/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	450	5-17	5	Huntsville, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp OntarioAn award winning Christian summer camp in Muskoka for ages 5 to 17 featuring dozens of awesome activities, teen programs in leadership development and wilderness adventure & unforgettable experiences for every camper! Huntsville, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific Thetis Island; Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more. Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Coed, Girls from $285/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls	285	7-18	6	Thetis Island, British Columbia, Vancouver, BC	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp PacificOne of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more. Thetis Island, British Columbia, Vancouver, BC Overnight camp Coed, Girls
featured InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta Rocky Mountain House; Sundre Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp 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! Read more... Ages 5 to 19 Coed, Girls, Boys from $79/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	79	5-19	7	Rocky Mountain House, AB, Sundre, Alberta	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp AlbertaPioneer 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! Rocky Mountain House, AB, Sundre, Alberta Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls, Boys
featured Camp SMPCS Mississauga Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Camp SMPCS is an exciting and dynamic summer camp program where your child will develop fundamental social, sport and leadership skills and build their confidence. Read more... Ages 3.5 to 10 Coed from $180/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	180	3.5-10	8	Mississauga, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp SMPCSCamp SMPCS is an exciting and dynamic summer camp program where your child will develop fundamental social, sport and leadership skills and build their confidence. Mississauga, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured Rocky Ridge Ranch Milton Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp This Christian camp has horseback riding, archery, swimming, hockey, cooperative games and more, and boasts 3rd generation campers. Kids have been raving about the wonderful family-style meals for 50 years. Read more... Ages 5 to 17 Coed from $660/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	660	5-17	9	Milton, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Rocky Ridge RanchThis Christian camp has horseback riding, archery, swimming, hockey, cooperative games and more, and boasts 3rd generation campers. Kids have been raving about the wonderful family-style meals for 50 years. Milton, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Wesley Acres - Harbour Ridge Picton Traditional (multi activity) Day camp A traditional Christian Camp, located in Prince Edward County just across the lake from Sandbanks Provincial Park. Read more... Ages 5 to 14 Coed from $225/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	225	5-14	10	Picton, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Wesley Acres - Harbour RidgeA traditional Christian Camp, located in Prince Edward County just across the lake from Sandbanks Provincial Park. Picton, Ontario Day camp Coed
Silver Lake Mennonite Camp Ontario (16) Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Find your next adventure here. Now offering Adventures Day Camps in 13 locations across Ontario plus Overnight camp and Family Cabin Rentals in Sauble Beach. Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed from $195/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	195	5-16	11	Sauble Beach, Northern Wellington County, Guelph, Hamilton, Hanover, Kitchener, Leamington, London, West Nipissing, Ottawa, St. Catharines, The Beach, Toronto, Waterloo	Traditional (multi activity) Silver Lake Mennonite CampFind your next adventure here. Now offering Adventures Day Camps in 13 locations across Ontario plus Overnight camp and Family Cabin Rentals in Sauble Beach. Sauble Beach, Northern Wellington County, Guelph, Hamilton, Hanover, Kitchener, Leamington, London, West Nipissing, Ottawa, St. Catharines, The Beach, Toronto, Waterloo Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Camp Big Canoe Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Lifelong friendships await! A private lake, archery, crafts, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, out-trips, campfires, and so much more. Also offers a focus on leadership. An Experience Like No Other! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $450/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	450	6-16	12	Bracebridge, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Big CanoeLifelong friendships await! A private lake, archery, crafts, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, out-trips, campfires, and so much more. Also offers a focus on leadership. An Experience Like No Other! Bracebridge, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Camp Crossroads Torrance Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp A traditional camp experience in a fresh and dynamic way. Our core Christian teaching, creative staff, excellent food and exciting recreational programs inspire kids and families to keep them coming back year after year. Read more... Ages 1 to 85 Coed from $630/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	630	1-85	13	Torrance, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp CrossroadsA traditional camp experience in a fresh and dynamic way. Our core Christian teaching, creative staff, excellent food and exciting recreational programs inspire kids and families to keep them coming back year after year. Torrance, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Higher Training Basketball Academy Burlington Sport: Basketball Day camp, Program Higher Training Basketball Academy, offering: group, private and semi private skills based basketball training. During the holiday's we offer large group basketball classes and travel for tournaments too! Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $36/month View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	36	4-18	14	Burlington, Ontario	Sport: BasketballHigher Training Basketball AcademyHigher Training Basketball Academy, offering: group, private and semi private skills based basketball training. During the holiday's we offer large group basketball classes and travel for tournaments too! Burlington, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Camp Cherith - Ontario Southern Bruce County Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp This Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $519/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	519	6-16	15	Southern Bruce County, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Cherith - OntarioThis Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Southern Bruce County, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Wolf Creek Wolseley Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A faith-based, western themed overnight summer camp which encourages young lives to grow spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically in an exciting, fun filled prairie adventure. Register on-line today!! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed, Girls, Boys from $390/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	390	6-16	16	Wolseley, Saskatchewan	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Wolf CreekA faith-based, western themed overnight summer camp which encourages young lives to grow spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically in an exciting, fun filled prairie adventure. Register on-line today!! Wolseley, Saskatchewan Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
Teen Ranch Caledon Sport (multi) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Just an hour from the GTA, a traditional Christian summer camp & year round retreat facility, specializing in developing youth through horse, hockey, adventure, bmx, soccer, figure skate, ninja warrior, WHAM & day camps. Read more... Ages 5 to 18 Coed from $320/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	320	5-18	17	Caledon, Ontario	Sport (multi)Teen RanchJust an hour from the GTA, a traditional Christian summer camp & year round retreat facility, specializing in developing youth through horse, hockey, adventure, bmx, soccer, figure skate, ninja warrior, WHAM & day camps. Caledon, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Manitoba Shoal Lake Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Come and explore the wilderness under trained staff who will guide you into amazing adventures and outdoor experiences. You will learn life skills, build friendships, and have tons of outdoor fun! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $225/session View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	225	6-17	18	Shoal Lake, Manitoba	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Pioneer Camp ManitobaCome and explore the wilderness under trained staff who will guide you into amazing adventures and outdoor experiences. You will learn life skills, build friendships, and have tons of outdoor fun! Shoal Lake, Manitoba Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
Camp Cherith - Lanark Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Camp Cherith Lanark is a co-ed, interdenominational, Christian camp that offers a variety of outdoor skill development within the context of a community committed to Biblical teachings and values. Read more... Ages 4 to 19 Coed from $100/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed	100	4-19	19	Ottawa, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Cherith - LanarkCamp Cherith Lanark is a co-ed, interdenominational, Christian camp that offers a variety of outdoor skill development within the context of a community committed to Biblical teachings and values. Ottawa, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Camp Qwanoes Vancouver Island Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Camp Qwanoes is a youth-focused, high adventure Christian residential camp that exists to love kids to life like no other. Summer camps for ages 8-18 and leadership programs starting at age 15. Over 75 activities. Read more... Ages 8 to 18 Coed from $267/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	267	8-18	20	Vancouver Island, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Camp QwanoesCamp Qwanoes is a youth-focused, high adventure Christian residential camp that exists to love kids to life like no other. Summer camps for ages 8-18 and leadership programs starting at age 15. Over 75 activities. Vancouver Island, British Columbia Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Camp Kwasind Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for those ages 7 to 17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & HIGH QUALITY. Truly a safe place to build friendships, gain confidence & have new experiences in an outdoor setting. Read more... Ages 7 to 17 Coed from $425/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	425	7-17	21	Bracebridge, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp KwasindA great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for those ages 7 to 17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & HIGH QUALITY. Truly a safe place to build friendships, gain confidence & have new experiences in an outdoor setting. Bracebridge, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Lone Prairie Camp Ferintosh Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Offers onsite and offsite (hiking and backpacking) camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp. Read more... Ages 5 to 99 Coed from $130/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	130	5-99	22	Ferintosh, Alberta	Traditional (multi activity) Lone Prairie CampOffers onsite and offsite (hiking and backpacking) camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp. Ferintosh, Alberta Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Spruce Woods Austin Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Exciting adventures come to life with action-packed fun for ages 6-18. Located south of Austin, MB, Circle Square features horsemanship and numerous activity options. Fun memories and new friendships are waiting for you! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed, Girls, Boys from $330/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	330	6-17	23	Austin, Manitoba	Traditional (multi activity) InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Spruce WoodsExciting adventures come to life with action-packed fun for ages 6-18. Located south of Austin, MB, Circle Square features horsemanship and numerous activity options. Fun memories and new friendships are waiting for you! Austin, Manitoba Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
Silver Lake Wesleyan Camp Western Lanark County Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp A Christian camp serving campers of all ages. Located on beautiful Silver Lake in Maberly, ON we offer Junior & Kids Camps (7-12yo), Day Camps (4-6yo), Youth Camp (12-18), Family Camp (All Ages) and Geezer Camp (60+). Read more... Ages 1 to 99 Coed from $479/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	479	1-99	24	Western Lanark County, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Silver Lake Wesleyan CampA Christian camp serving campers of all ages. Located on beautiful Silver Lake in Maberly, ON we offer Junior & Kids Camps (7-12yo), Day Camps (4-6yo), Youth Camp (12-18), Family Camp (All Ages) and Geezer Camp (60+). Western Lanark County, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Guelph Bible Conference Centre Guelph Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp We offer a day & overnight camp experience for all ages. Children & youth will make friendships that last a lifetime while enjoying a wide variety of outdoor activities and sports including learning from God’s Word. Read more... Ages 6 to 18 Coed from $200/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	200	6-18	25	Guelph, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Guelph Bible Conference CentreWe offer a day & overnight camp experience for all ages. Children & youth will make friendships that last a lifetime while enjoying a wide variety of outdoor activities and sports including learning from God’s Word. Guelph, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Medeba Summer Camp Haliburton Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Medeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from. Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Coed from $729/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp Coed	729	7-16	26	Haliburton, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Medeba Summer CampMedeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from. Haliburton, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Frontier Trails Camp & Outdoor Education Centre Ottawa; Eganville Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Adventure Begins at Summer camp! Day and overnight programs and many activities including horseback riding,ESL, paintball, archery, whitewater rafting and more. Offering Awesome memories to campers from 5-16 . Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Coed from $900/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	900	4-16	27	Ottawa, Ontario, Eganville, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Frontier Trails Camp & Outdoor Education CentreAdventure Begins at Summer camp! Day and overnight programs and many activities including horseback riding,ESL, paintball, archery, whitewater rafting and more. Offering Awesome memories to campers from 5-16 . Ottawa, Ontario, Eganville, Ontario Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Camp Mère Clarac Saint-Donat Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Located on the banks of Rivière Ouareau, we have a magnificent 115 acres of land (making it one of the most beautiful campsites in Quebec) with unique and safe facilities, and 25 activities conducted in French! Read more... Ages 5 to 16 Coed, Girls, Boys from $475/session View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed, Girls, Boys	475	5-16	28	Saint-Donat, Quebec	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Mère ClaracLocated on the banks of Rivière Ouareau, we have a magnificent 115 acres of land (making it one of the most beautiful campsites in Quebec) with unique and safe facilities, and 25 activities conducted in French! Saint-Donat, Quebec Overnight camp Coed, Girls, Boys
Timberline Ranch Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Known for its delicious, home-style food, friendly staff, beautiful, convenient location, and exceptional programs, Timberline is open all year for camps, retreats, youth groups, banquets, and conferences. Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Coed, Girls from $299/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed, Girls	299	7-18	29	Vancouver, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Timberline RanchKnown for its delicious, home-style food, friendly staff, beautiful, convenient location, and exceptional programs, Timberline is open all year for camps, retreats, youth groups, banquets, and conferences. Vancouver, British Columbia Day camp, Overnight camp, Family camp Coed, Girls
Camp Frenda Port Carling Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Summer camp in the heart of Muskoka. Activities include horseback riding, rock climbing, water skiing, rocketry, archery, and many others. Read more... Ages 8 to 16 Coed from $640/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	640	8-16	30	Port Carling, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp FrendaSummer camp in the heart of Muskoka. Activities include horseback riding, rock climbing, water skiing, rocketry, archery, and many others. Port Carling, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
Fraser Lake Camp Bancroft; Whitchurch - Stouffville Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp We have a rich history and a rooted community. We provide a variety of land and water sports in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our staff are positive role models and the culture they create is our biggest asset. Read more... Ages 8 to 16 Coed from $434/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	434	8-16	31	Bancroft, Ontario, Whitchurch - Stouffville, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Fraser Lake CampWe have a rich history and a rooted community. We provide a variety of land and water sports in a supportive and inclusive environment. Our staff are positive role models and the culture they create is our biggest asset. Bancroft, Ontario, Whitchurch - Stouffville, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp Coed

Find Christian camps near you

We list Christian kids’ and teens camps across the country. You can narrow your search by clicking on your city link below. This will take you to our advanced search.

London

Markham

Ottawa

Surrey

Toronto

Vancouver

Vaughan

Search ALL CHRISTIAN CAMPS

Variation among Christian camps, with related suggestions

Church camps and Bible camps

Christian camps are sometimes viewed as synonymous with church camps or Bible camps, but those alternative designations may, in fact, indicate something subtly different. Most camps listed above are de facto non-denominational. Church camps are more likely to be traditionally associated with a specific church or denomination. Bible camps were often associated with the Baptist denomination, though the denotation is appropriate for any camp where Biblical teaching is a regular part of camp programming. You will find all of these listed above, and if you feel you are searching for one of these types specifically, you can sort the list by keyword.

Christian summer camps

Some other variations you can find on our site are as follows:

Christian day camps come with a diverse set of other specializations, and may be half day or full day sessions, where kids go home at the end of the camp day.

Christian overnight camps offer an immersion in the Word, in a traditional camp environment where kids sleep in cabins and spend a week or longer together.

Christian family camps, which offer programming and amenities suitable to the whole family, and may offer weeklong programming that integrates the needs of all family members. Click on the link above and get details from each camp as to how they operate.

Related camps

We always encourage people to explore camp options, looking at related camps. Camps in the lists or pages linked to below may overlap with those above, or they might be just a bit lateral, while still sharing in many of the traditional, core values supported by camps that more explicitly consider themselves Christian. Consider these close variants, to thoughtfully broaden your horizons:

YMCA camps are very much rooted in the Christian tradition, while also participating in the wealth of experience that the Young Men’s Christian Association brings to the table.

Leadership camps are also rooted in, and promote, many values compatible with strong Christian faith.

Family camps are a fun way to boost togetherness through time together in the beautiful Canadian summer outdoors, both together with your own and other families.

Traditional kids' camps implicitly promote positive values and clean fun.

Nature camps promote respect for creation, and encourage kids in a personal encounter with the environment, quite often in their own backyard.

The hidden value of camps for Christian families

Time at any camp is demonstrably beneficial to kids’ and teens’ personal growth. Studies like that done by the American Camp Association (ACA) in 2005, for example, show that camp’s impact extends several months beyond the immediate experience.¹ In the case of Christian camps, this extends to the faith development kids and teens experience at camp.

The Effective Camp Research Project confirms that there is a “camp high” experience by kids at Christian summer camps. Survey respondents admitted “temporary increases in general happiness and agreement with doctrinal standards.”² The immersion in the experience, that is, sharing stories, singing songs together, discussing issues with peers can be critical to camp graduates’ development of a personal faith. The experience is compellingly unique. Research confirms that the majority of attendees take to this uniqueness and benefit from it. Even kids with some initial resistance or shyness overcome this and reap the benefits.

On the other hand, some benefits are indeed typical to all camp experiences, such as the following:

The encouragement of independence. Kids learn on their own in situations that challenge them personally.
Firsthand encounters with nature help them develop a deeper appreciation of the natural world.
They build skills through hands-on experience — more so at some Christian day camps perhaps — that build skills they’ll use in the adult world.

Read more about these and other benefits of kids’ camp.

Find the right Christian camp for your child

Choosing the right camp starts with assessing your child’s needs and interests, then searching for a camp that fulfills your family’s overall beliefs and interests as well. Additionally, you may want to think about whether you prefer a camp close to home and what kinds of activities your child or teen would enjoy most during their stay.

The Our Kids Camp Expo, held annually every spring, gives parents the opportunity to meet numerous camps face-to-face. It’s worth noting that Christian camps from across the province of Ontario are represented at the expo. Parents and kids can do a direct comparison of options there, and discuss any of their issues and concerns, directly with camps.

Here are some questions you might begin with.

What is the camp's overall philosophy and how does it promote Christian values?
What religious services or activities are offered?
How deeply is religion integrated into camp life?
What qualifications do the staff have?
How are the safety and security of children protected?
Do camp counsellors have any religious training?
What is the camper-to-staff ratio?

Narrow down your choices with criteria that are most important to your family and contact the camps directly with any specific questions or concerns, or to attend an information session or book a visit.

Sources and further reading

¹American Camp Association. Directions: Youth development outcomes of the camp experience.

²Sorensen, Jacob. “The Lasting Impact of Christian summer camps."

Sorenson, Jacob. “The summer camp experience and faith formation of emerging adults.” Journal of Youth Ministry 13:1 (2014) 17-40.

Related Camps

Summer Camps by Region

In the spotlight:

Going offline
All camps have a device policy, and some are stricter than others. At Nominingue the policy is simple: no devices at all. And the campers wouldn’t want it any other way. [Read more]

Events

April 10, 2021
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta
Outdoor Council of Canada Field Leader Navigation (Maps) Course

April 12, 2021
Higher Training Basketball Academy
Spring Break April 12- 16

April 16, 2021
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta
Outdoor Council of Canada Field Leader (Equine) Course

April 17, 2021
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake
Mother Daughter Weekend

News

March 9, 2021
Frontier Trails Camp & Outdoor Education Centre
New this year: Family Camping is here at Frontier Trails Camp

February 23, 2021
Fraser Lake Camp
March Break Camp Postponed to April

February 22, 2021
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific
Family Camping 2021

February 20, 2021
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta
At the Ranch: Jenny's Story

The Essential Parent Guide to Summer Camps

Session Registration:

Child's age:

Date:
Location:

Contact me by:

Mail

Phone

Please also sign me up to receive exclusive updates from Our Kids.

This contact form is brought to you by Our Kids: The trusted source for families since 1998.

By logging in or creating an account, you agree to Our Kids' Terms and Conditions. Information presented on this page may be paid advertising provided by the advertisers [schools/camps/programs] and is not warranted or guaranteed by OurKids.net or its associated websites. By using this website, creating or logging into an Our Kids account, you agree to Our Kids' Terms and Conditions. Please also see our Privacy Policy. Our Kids ™ © 2020 All right reserved.

Find camps

Christian summer camps

Providing a wholesome Christ-centered camp experience

List of Christian camps and programs

Find Christian camps near you

Variation among Christian camps, with related suggestions

Church camps and Bible camps

Some other variations you can find on our site are as follows:

Related camps

The hidden value of camps for Christian families

Find the right Christian camp for your child

Sources and further reading

Related Camps

Summer Camps by Region

In the spotlight:

Going offline

Events

News

The Essential Parent Guide to Summer Camps

Sign up to receive our exclusive eNews twice a month.