YMCA Camp Kitaki is a traditional overnight summer camp on 215 wooded acres along the Platte River in Louisville, in southeastern Nebraska. Campers ages 7 to 17 attend week-long residential sessions grouped by age, from first-time Explorers through teen Trailblazers, canoe trips, and a capstone experience. Days feature horseback riding (the camp keeps over 50 horses), archery, swimming in the pool and lake, boating, a high ropes challenge course, and camper-chosen club activities. Operated by the YMCA as a nonprofit.
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 YMCA of Lincoln directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Eric RawnsleyMy 11 year old son had the time of his life.
★★★★★Jessi WMy daughter is currently at camp. Staff were great at drop off, friendly, inquisitive, and active listeners. they have lots of activities for the kids! My daughter had a blast! She loves their food and the activities included dance parties, crafts, archery, swimming and more! They were great at pick up too and helpful when we realized she left something behind in the cabin! She will be returning next year!
★★★★★Cara GannonPlenty of staff to check the kids in. People showing you how to get to the cabins and then drop them off. Now we wait 6 days and see how their first 12 year old camping experience went without parents lol!!!
★★★★Fred BeckerGreat place for group outings. I've been there a couple times with the Girl Scouts, our troop being from Omaha Nebraska. The only disappointing thing is on a recent trip I noticed the grounds seem to be a bit run-down. Other than the Aesthetics, it's a really wonderful opportunity for kids and their families.
★★★★★Ray GeringThis was our son's first year at camp. From start to finish the preparation, communication, check in process, attitude and helpfulness of the staff, cleanliness of the facilities - all of it has been above and beyond anything we could have asked for. Looking forward to many more years of campers heading to Kitaki!