Overview
YMCA Camp Timbers is an incredible place where youth flourish in a positive, caring, and supportive environment. Our camp program is built on YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. Camp Timbers is a place to build confidence, make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun! Our staff team provides opportunities for children to grow as leaders and experience a wide variety of adventures and activities. Our goals at Camp Timbers are for all campers to have remarkable experiences, create lasting connections, and have meaningful growth.
Read More Show LessUnique Features
- Located on 300 acres of beautiful Northern Michigan forest, with our own private, spring-fed lake
- A 3 day, 2 night special introductory "mini camp" for ages 6-10
- Adventure trips program for older campers! Go backpacking
- A session dedicated to Herter Band Camp, for kids looking to advance their musical ability
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 08 - August 01
- Session Lengths 1 week or less
- Cost $635 - $835 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: Yes
- Financial assistance: Yes
- Special discounts: No
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- No electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- Separate bathhouse
- Showers not attached
- Toilets not attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- No doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- Food Allergies
- No gluten free option
- No kosher
- Not peanut free
- Not tree nut-free
- No vegan option
- No vegetarian option
International Campers
- Does not enroll non-US campers
Welcome Message
Brian, Executive Director
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