Camp Fire Minnesota
Private
Camp Fire Minnesota runs nature-based summer camps on a 103-acre site called Tanadoona along Lake Minnewashta in Excelsior, southwest of the Twin Cities. Day camps for ages 5-14 run Monday through Friday with canoeing and kayaking, archery, arts and campfires; the organization also offers overnight camp, a Northwoods Adventure trip and leadership programs, serving ages 5-17 overall. The site includes a high ropes and challenge course and restored wetlands where campers catch frogs and study macroinvertebrates. Scholarships are available.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Camp Fire Minnesota directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Emily TessmanMy kids go every year, and now my middle one is a junior camp counselor. They have absolutely loved having this place as a part of their childhood!
★★★★★erica tolanMy 15 year old had a wonderful time at campfire. This is his 3rd year attending. He looks forward to seeing familiar faces each year and spending time outdoors without any electronics. Mom also enjoyed her teenage free week as well. Win win for everyone.
★★★★★Ahmaiyah ConradIT WAS SO FUN IVE BEEN A CAMPER FOR 2 years now I just got back from teen week it love it they have pattle bordering canoeing water tramp all camp games like we did Mario cart irl it was cool u do fun songs and I’m 17 fresh out of school it was fun I’m telling u go while u are still young go to teen week go to any of it it’s amazing they do nice camp fires we make s’mores the deserts are so good there too it’s fun I loved it there’s arts in crafts rock climbing a high tops corse Archery low ropes (it’s basically team building games for low ropes loved it!) im telling you all about it hoping kids will go I love it the dinner is family stile for teen week I know atleast and it’s perfect for kids who are introverts like me I used to be that kid in the corner believe me I was all through high school and just being there for a week helped me get out to go adventure do what u love have fun! I recommend it to everybody and maybe even be a camp counselor it’s so nice being there ! :)
★★★★★vMy 7 year old attended their first ever sleep away camp here and had an amazing time. The staff and counselors were great, and worked with both of us to ensure everyone was fun, safe, and respectful. My kiddo is already asking to go back next year. I particularly appreciate their inclusion efforts, as I can only imagine how complex it is to meet the needs of so many campers!
★★★★★Be BeThe staff is so welcoming and makes everyone feel included in everything they do! Kids love the fun, silliness that staff is so good at doing 😊. Excellent team building activities and exploratory games centered on respecting and protecting nature. Looking forward to the big annual fundraiser"under the stars" tonight 💫