YMCA Camp Lakewood

Missouri's Most Memorable Overnight Summer Camp

At YMCA Camp Lakewood, kids ages 6-17 get to discover the wonders of the outdoors while making friends and memories that last a lifetime. Why is YMCA Camp Lakewood such a memorable experience? When campers from all walks of life come together to try new things without judgment, to feel safe, happy and wanted - they discover more than a home away from home - they discover themselves.

The YMCA Camp Lakewood Experience

A 5,200-ACRE CAMPUS with forest-covered hills, caves, a creek, a lake and plenty to explore. SUNNEN LAKE offers a ton of waterfront activities like swimming, fishing, snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing.

ACTIVITIES include archery, horseback riding, arts & crafts, a paintball course, a climbing tower, and campfires, just to name a few.

CAMP COUNSELORS make the difference! They ensure your camper's care, safety and happiness while they are away.

YMCA Camp Lakewood offers many types of camps. Four-day camps are for ages 6-16. They include certain age groups and also ranch camp. The shorter sessions are perfect for the first-time camper.

One-week camps are for ages 8-16. They include traditional camp programs, as well as wilderness and equestrian.

If your high schooler is looking for ways to improve their leadership skills, we've got just the programs for them: Leadership in Training and Counselor in Training.

• Accreditation:
  ACA
• Camp size:
  400
• Founded:
  1949
• Gender:
  Co-Educational

• Maximum age:
  17
• Minimum age:
  6
• Nearest city:
  St Louis, MO
• Religious affiliation:
  Christian

• Season opens:
  June 4, 2023
• Season closes:
  August 9, 2023

Activities

• Archery
• Arts & Crafts
• Basketball
• Branding
• Canoeing
• Fishing
• Flag Football
• Floor Hockey
• Friendship Bracelets
• Frisbee
• GaGa
• 9 Square
• Outdoor Living Skills
• Rope Making
• Soccer
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Axe Throwing
• Climbing
• Kayaking
• Riflery.

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