Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16 · $1,988/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Camp Mishawaka

Grand Rapids, MN · $1,988/week · ★ 4.8 (38 reviews)

A traditional overnight summer camp for boys and girls in northern Minnesota, offering a wide range of outdoor...

▌ Editor's read Camp Mishawaka is an established overnight camp with a long history, founded in 1910 by William E. Chase, as evidenced on their 'Our History' page. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2025, as stated on their ACA profile linked from their website. They clearly list a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'About Us' page. The camp also explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal background checks, on their 'Staff' page under the 'Safety' section. This commitment to safety and a long operational history are significant strengths.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1161910+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Mishawaka is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
116 (1910 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 13507 Camp Mishawaka Rd, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, USA
  • Phone: (218) 326-5011
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $7,950 for a 4-week session

↗ What parents like

  • Brother-sister camp structure
  • Long-standing history since 1910
  • Focus on individual growth

↘ Watch for

  • Additional fees for some activities
  • No refund after April 15

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Mishawaka

What ages does Camp Mishawaka accept?
Camp Mishawaka is open to children ages 8–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Mishawaka cost?
Camp Mishawaka publishes $1,988/week for the standard session. $7,950 for a 4-week session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Mishawaka's hours?
Camp Mishawaka runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Mishawaka accredited?
Yes — Camp Mishawaka is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1910 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Mishawaka?
Camp Mishawaka is operated by a private business, with 1910 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Mishawaka provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Mishawaka includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Camp Mishawaka offer transportation?
Camp Mishawaka provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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