For over 100 years, YMCA Camp Cormorant has offered spirit, tradition, leadership and exceptional facilities to campers. Founded in 1903, Camp Cormorant is one of the oldest overnight camps in the entire nation and continues to be a tremendous growing up experience for children and teens. The camp is nestled on 80 acres of wooded property with an extensive beach front on Big Cormorant Lake. We are located approximately six miles south of Lake Park, MN, in the heart of Minnesota lakes country.
Camp Cormorant provides a unique outdoor environment with cozy cabins, athletic fields, a sand volleyball court, horse trails, an extensive beach front, full meal service, and much more to enhance the camping experience. Our camp mission is to provide a safe, enjoyable, creative and challenging camping opportunity that fosters individual growth in the areas of self-esteem, responsibility, communication, independence, leadership, and environmental awareness--all while incorporating our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
>> 2027 Overnight Camp Information
2027 Overnight Camps
June 6 - August 13, 2027
Session 1: June 6 - 11
Session 2: June 13 - 18
Session 3: June 27 - July 2
Session 4: July 6 - July 8 (Mini Camp)
Session 5: July 11 - 16
Session 6: July 18 - 23
Session 7: July 25 - 30
Session 8: August 1 - 6
Session 9: August 8 - 13
Pricing Schedule - Book early and save!
Before January 1, 2027: 2026 Rates
Jan 1 - Feb 28, 2027: Discounted 2027 Rates
After March 1, 2027: 2027 Rates
Camp Descriptions
| Camp | Description | Ages |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure | Explore a variety of traditional camp activities - like horseback riding, ropes course, archery, crafts, swimming, kayaking, campfires, and more! | 7 - 14 |
| Art | Explore art techniques like drawing, painting, screen printing and more! 20 campers/session. | 7 - 14 |
| Fishing | Learn about baiting, hooking, seining for minnows, and other techniques as we pursue fish in Big Cormorant Lake! Camp provides supplies/equipment or bring your own. 8 campers/session. | 9 - 14 |
| Horsemanship | Learn basic riding techniques, horsemanship skills, proper care/grooming of horses and more as we explore camp's extensive riding trails! | 10 - 14 |
| Ropes Course | Campers will complete the high and low ropes challenge courses, climb the wall, ride the zip line, and learn proper safety techniques. 12 campers/session. | 10 - 14 |
| Water Ski | Spend time on the lake learning water skiing skills, like getting up on two skis, one ski, wake boards, and knee boards. 6 campers/session | 11 - 14 |
| Wilderness | Learn all about outdoor and wilderness skills - including hiking, archery, camping in the woods, outdoor cooking, and more! 20 campers/session. | 7 - 14 |
>> 2027 Day Camp Information
2027 Day Camps
June 6 - August 13, 2027
Session 1: June 6 - 11
Session 2: June 13 - 18
Session 3: June 27 - July 2
Session 4: July 6 - July 8 (Mini Camp)
Session 5: July 11 - 16
Session 6: July 18 - 23
Session 7: July 25 - 30
Session 8: August 1 - 6
Session 9: August 8 - 13
Pricing Schedule - Book early and save!
Before January 1, 2027: 2026 Rates
Jan 1 - Feb 28, 2027: Discounted 2027 Rates
After March 1, 2027: 2027 Rates
Camp Description
Ages 6 - 12 | Monday - Friday
Day Camps at Cormorant provide a fun experience for kids who want the adventure of Camp Cormorant, while still going home with their family each evening. Not quite ready for overnight camp? This is a great first step! Lunch and snack are included each day.
Activities include:
- Kayaking & Paddleboarding
- Swimming & Boat Rides
- Horse Lead-Arounds
- Nature Walk/Hikes
- Arts & Crafts
- Games & Sports
- Climbing Wall (ages 10 - 12)
- Archery
- And More
| Hours | Mon - Thurs | Fri |
|---|---|---|
| Camp | 9 am - 4 pm | 9 am - 2 pm |
| Camper Pickup | 4 pm | 2 pm |
No transportation is provided.
>> Family Camp
Family Camp
July 30 - August 1, 2027
Unplug and spend time together at camp! Include meals, kayaking, horseback riding, campfires, swimming, and more. Limited to 11 families and open to all ages!
>> Registration Information
Registration
The remaining balance of camp needs to be paid two weeks prior to attending camp. You may pay using your online account, in person, or by mail.
Make checks payable to: YMCA of the Northern Sky (please include child’s name, camp, and camp session in the memo)
If you would like to put money in your camper’s store account, you may do this at either YMCA location or at your camper’s check-in via check or cash.
Mail to:
YMCA of the Northern Sky
400 1st Avenue S.
Fargo, ND 58103
Attn: Camp Cormorant
>> Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
We are happy to offer financial assistance so that everyone can participate in summer camp, regardless of their ability to pay.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance, please complete the following steps:
1. Register for a camp.
2. Pay the camp deposit.
3. Complete and submit the financial assistance form.
Please submit your completed camp registration form and scholarship form at one time. Do not mail separately. Funds will be dispersed on a first come, first serve basis. It is within your best interest to submit this application as soon as possible. Any application not fulfilling the steps may not be considered for scholarship. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dee at 701.364.4130.