What ages does Camp Voyageur accept?

Camp Voyageur is open to children ages 10–18. 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 Voyageur cost?

Camp Voyageur publishes $1,500/week for the standard session. Price is an estimate based on a 4-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Voyageur accredited?

Yes — Camp Voyageur is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 99 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 Voyageur?

Camp Voyageur is operated by a private business, with 99 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 Voyageur provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Voyageur 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 10–18

Camp Voyageur

Ely · $1,500/week

Wilderness adventure trips and traditional camp activities in northern Minnesota.

▌ Editor's read Camp Voyageur is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys, located in Ely, Minnesota, with accreditation valid through 2024. The camp has been operating for 99 years, founded by Frank and Elizabeth Endicott, indicating a long-standing tradition in youth camping. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks, highlighting a focus on safety and supervision. Program offerings include wilderness trips, canoeing, fishing, archery, and various team sports. Google reviews average 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's positive impact on their sons' independence and outdoor skills.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 192799+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 10–18

Camp Voyageur serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in traditional day camp, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1927 (99 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 10–18
Address: 2022 E Camp Voyageur Rd, Ely, MN 55731, USA
Phone: (218) 365-3800
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Price is an estimate based on a 4-week session.

5 sessions (0 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 14 to Aug 8.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 14 – Jul 11, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,300
Session 3 Jun 14 – Aug 8, 2026 · 8 weeks · $11,600
Session 4 Jun 14 – 27, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,400
Session 5 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,400
Session 2 Jul 12 – Aug 8, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,300

↗ What parents like

Wilderness trips
Small group size

↘ Watch for

Long sessions only

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Voyageur

What ages does Camp Voyageur accept?: Camp Voyageur is open to children ages 10–18. 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 Voyageur cost?: Camp Voyageur publishes $1,500/week for the standard session. Price is an estimate based on a 4-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Voyageur accredited?: Yes — Camp Voyageur is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 99 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 Voyageur?: Camp Voyageur is operated by a private business, with 99 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 Voyageur provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Voyageur 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.

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