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26 Best Burn Camps for Kids in the USA & Canada
Looking for a safe, high-quality burn camp for your child or teen? We’ve got the full list of 26 accredited IABC member camps across North America that offer the highest standards of care and a life-changing summer experience. Plus, most of these camps are FREE or little cost to families. 🏕️
The journey from burn patient to burn survivor is a long road, especially for children and teens. While physical healing happens in the hospital, emotional and psychological growth often happens at camp.
But not all burn camps are created equal. The 26 camps listed below are members of the International Association of Burn Camps (IABC). Unlike independent local programs, these “Gold Standard” camps follow established best practices aligned with the American Camping Association, ensuring your child is surrounded by trained mentors, medical professionals, and a high-quality support system.
Why Choose an IABC Accredited Camp?
- Lifelong Community: Campers connect with peers who share their experiences, creating a support network that lasts for years.
- Proven Safety Standards: Every member camp follows rigorous frameworks for safety and pediatric burn care.
- Emotional Resilience: Programs are specifically designed to build self-confidence and a stronger sense of identity beyond an injury.
- A “Normal” Experience: These camps create an environment where there is no staring or judgment—just kids being kids.
West
| Arizona (Prescott) | Camp Courage |
| California (Jamul) | Camp Beyond the Scars |
| California (Livermore) | Firefighters Kids Camp |
| California (Sanger) | Champ Camp |
| Colorado (Estes Park) | No Ordinary Camps Burn Camps Program |
| Utah (Tooele) | Camp Nah Nah Mah |
| Washington (Black Diamond) | Camp Eyabsut |
Midwest
| Illinois (Ingleside) | Camp I Am Me |
| Indiana (Brookston) | Hoosier Burn Camp |
| Missouri (Lesterville) | Midwest Children’s Burn Camp |
| Wisconsin (Elkhorn) | Summer Camp for Burn-Injured Youth |
Northeast
| New York (Painted Post) | Camp Courage |
| New York (Lowville) | Camp Triumph |
| Pennsylvania (Kunkletown) | Arthur C. Luf Children’s Burn Camp |
| Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh) | Camp KOALA |
| Pennsylvania (Allentown) | Camp Susquehanna |
South
| Delaware (Frankford) | Delaware Burn Camp |
| Florida (Lutz) | Camp Hopetake |
| Georgia (Atlanta) | Camp Oo-U-La |
| Oklahoma (Owasso) | Oklahoma Firefighters Burn Camp |
| South Carolina (Eastover) | Camp ‘Can’ Do |
| Virginia (Charlottesville) | Central Virginia Burn Camp |
| Virginia (Keezletown) | Mid-Atlantic Burn Camp |
Canada
| Alberta (Bragg Creek) | The Alberta Fire Fighters’ Burn Camp for Children |
| British Columbia (Vancouver) | British Columbia Burn Camp |
| Ontario (Toronto) | Camp BUCKO |
How to Support or Join IABC
Healing doesn’t happen alone. Whether you are a parent looking for a camp for your child or a camp director looking to elevate your program, the IABC is the bridge to a stronger support system.
- For Families: Find more details on a camp near you via the IABC Directory.
- For Camp Directors: Learn more about the benefits of IABC Membership.
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