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Best Summer Camps and Programs in the Brainerd Lakes Area for 2026

Looking for summer camps and programs for your child(ren) in the Brainerd, Little Falls, Long Prairie, Mille Lacs area? Look no further! The 2026 Macaroni KID Brainerd Lakes Area Summer Camps and Programs Guide is now live and packed with trusted programs — all in one easy-to-browse resource. How sweet is that?

In this Summer Camps and Programs Guide you will find day camps, faith-based camps, overnight camps, adventure camps, and more for preschoolers through high school aged children all across the beautiful Brainerd Lakes Area and surrounding communities.

We also feature select regional and overnight sleep away camps, giving families access to extended learning and destination camp experiences beyond central / northern Minnesota.

We want to help you find the ideal summer camp or program for your Brainerd Lakes Area child(ren) and make this summer one they’ll cherish forever! As always, please share this trusted resource with friends and family!

Please note: We’re adding more camps to the 2026 Brainerd, Little Falls, Long Prairie, Mille Lacs Summer Camp Guide, so check back often!

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• Sponsored Legionville Safety Camp

  The Legionville Safety Camp in Brainerd, MN is a program of The American Legion, Department of Minnesota. Make the most out of summer with programs that enable kids to get outdoors, meet new friends and learn lifelong skills. 

  9544 Legionville Rd, Brainerd, MN Read More
• Sponsored North Central Camp Cherith

  Camp Cherith is a place where the love of Jesus is lived out. As a Christian camp, we're deeply committed to teaching kids of all ages how to make Christ real in their lives - not just for a week at camp, but in every phase of life. With a weekly capacity of just 110 campers, we're able to create a family-like atmosphere that fosters warm, caring relationships.

  32884 Camp Cherith Rd, Frazee, MN Read More
• Sponsored Pine Grove Zoo

  Join us for one of our fun-filled educational programs this summer! Various camps offered for the youngest of animal lovers (Pre-K) through those going into 9th grade. Learn more now!

  1200 W Broadway, Little Falls, MN Read More
• Sponsored Star Lake Out Loud at Star Lake Wilderness Camp

  A fun place for campers ages 8-17 to explore the wilderness and talk openly about stuttering, all while cultivating confidence, communication, and connections with other kids who stutter!

  10992 Star Lake Camp Drive, Pequot Lakes, MN Read More
• ~Add Your Camp to the 2026 Summer Camp Guide~ Brainerd, MN Read More
• ~Other Camps~ Brainerd, MN Read More