Located in Finland, Minnesota, the Wolf Ridge campus is bordered by rivers, lakes, and streams, with spectacular views of Lake Superior and the Sawmill Valley.
Where Nature, Comfort, and Sustainability Meet--groups gather, families reconnect, and individuals recharge—inside one of the greenest lodges on the planet.
Embark on an epic teen adventure with Wolf Ridge at Isle Royale National Park! Grades 9–12 will hike 5–8 miles daily through old-growth forests, take in stunning Lake Superior views, and spot wildlife like moose in their natural habitat. Campers build essential backcountry skills, gain confidence, and enjoy Wolf Ridge activities like rock climbing, survival training, and adventure courses. This unforgettable summer experience combines wilderness exploration, skill-building, and lifelong memories in one incredible journey.
Give your teen an unforgettable wilderness adventure with Wolf Ridge’s one-week Intro to Canoeing in the Boundary Waters! Grades 8–9 campers will learn paddling and portaging skills, explore pristine lakes and forests, encounter wildlife, and build confidence and independence. With experienced instructors guiding the way and all gear provided, this immersive experience combines skill-building, exploration, and lasting memories in one of Minnesota’s most iconic natural landscapes.
Embark on a memorable family adventure at Wolf Ridge! Our sampler and full-week camps offer activities for all ages, including hiking, canoeing, and birdwatching. Stay in family-friendly lodging, enjoy meals from our organic farm, and let children participate in engaging programs while adults take a break. Wolf Ridge provides the perfect setting to connect, explore, and create lasting memories together in Minnesota’s beautiful outdoors.
Discoverers Camp is the perfect introduction to Wolf Ridge! First-time campers build confidence, independence, and outdoor skills while enjoying hiking, swimming, ropes courses, and hands-on nature adventures.
Nature Quest at Wolf Ridge is a theatrically themed adventure for grades 4-5. Campers learn skills like archery and plant ID while completing wizard-led quests, building teamwork, and making lasting memories.
Give your teen the adventure of a lifetime on Minnesota’s legendary Superior Hiking Trail! This one-week introductory backpacking trip with Wolf Ridge teaches essential outdoor skills, builds confidence, and fosters a deep connection to nature. Campers will hike through forests and lakes, encounter wildlife, and experience the wilderness under the guidance of expert instructors, creating unforgettable memories in one of Minnesota’s most stunning landscapes.
Ready, set, design, and build! Wolf Ridge STEM Camp for grades 6–7 lets campers explore renewable energy in hands-on ways. Use solar power to light up a room or cook a snack, design wind turbine blades and water wheels, and see how energy sources and batteries work together to power everyday items. Even campfire cooking demonstrates biomass energy. This immersive program combines science, creativity, and outdoor adventure to spark curiosity and learning about energy and the natural world.
Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge provides campers in grades 2-3 with a supportive overnight camp experience designed for both first-time campers and those seeking a shorter introduction to camp life. Campers enjoy outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and opportunities to form new friendships.
Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge provides campers in grades 4-5 with a supportive overnight camp experience designed for both first-time campers and those seeking a shorter introduction to camp life. Campers enjoy outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and opportunities to form new friendships.
Leap Into Camp at Wolf Ridge provides campers in grades 6-7 with a supportive overnight camp experience designed for both first-time campers and those seeking a shorter introduction to camp life. Campers enjoy outdoor adventures, games, campfires, and opportunities to form new friendships.
Give your teen an unforgettable wilderness adventure with Wolf Ridge’s one-week Intro to Canoeing in the Boundary Waters! Grades 8–9 campers will learn paddling and portaging skills, explore pristine lakes and forests, encounter wildlife, and build confidence and independence. With experienced instructors guiding the way and all gear provided, this immersive experience combines skill-building, exploration, and lasting memories in one of Minnesota’s most iconic natural landscapes.
Embark on a memorable family adventure at Wolf Ridge! Our sampler and full-week camps offer activities for all ages, including hiking, canoeing, and birdwatching. Stay in family-friendly lodging, enjoy meals from our organic farm, and let children participate in engaging programs while adults take a break. Wolf Ridge provides the perfect setting to connect, explore, and create lasting memories together in Minnesota’s beautiful outdoors.
Share an unforgettable week outdoors at Wolf Ridge! Grandparent Camp invites grandparents and grandchildren to explore, learn, and create lasting memories together. Hone outdoor skills, discover the North Woods, and enjoy hands-on adventures in this unique intergenerational experience.
