Sioux Falls, SD, USA
YMCA Camp Leif Ericson has been serving children and families since 1920, offering a safe, meaningful, and life-changing outdoor camp experience right in Sioux Falls. For more than 60 years, Camp Leif Ericson has been located along the banks of the Big Sioux River, providing a natural, wooded setting that feels like a world away while still close to home.
Campers build confidence, friendships, and lifelong memories through outdoor exploration, games, creative activities, boating, team challenges, and leadership development. Our trained, caring counselors focus on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment grounded in the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Accountability, Inclusion, and Respect.
Camp Leif Ericson offers a variety of day camps, specialty camps, and overnight experiences for ages 4–15, including traditional camp sessions, leadership development opportunities, Ranch Camp, and our Give Kids the Woods Camp, which ensures access for children who otherwise could not afford camp.
Generations of families return year after year because of our strong traditions, emphasis on character development, and commitment to helping kids grow in confidence, independence, and connection to nature.
A trusted YMCA camp with more than 100 years of history, strong traditions, and a deep commitment to helping kids grow in confidence, character, and connection.
Families looking for a high-quality, values-based camp experience that blends outdoor adventure, leadership, and fun—right in Sioux Falls.
| Ages: | 4–14 |
| Type: | Day |
| Gender: | Co-Ed |
| Setting: | City, Ranch, River |
| Sports: | Basketball, Lacrosse, Bicycle, Archery, Riflery |
| Water: | Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking |
| Adventure: | Rock Climbing, Ropes Course, Zip Line, Cowboy, Cowgirl, Fishing, Hiking, Outdoor, Horseback Riding |
| Academics: | Environmental Science, Community Service, Leadership, Life Skills |
| Arts: | Arts & Crafts, Jewelry Making, Painting |
| Dates | Days | Price | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1 - Jun 12, 2026 | 12 | $360 | |
| Jun 15 - Jun 26, 2026 | 12 | $360 | |
| Jun 29 - Jul 10, 2026 | 12 | $360 | |
| Jul 13 - Jul 24, 2026 | 12 | $360 | |
| Jul 27 - Aug 7, 2026 | 12 | $360 |
You won’t be charged yet. The camp will contact you to confirm all terms first.
Camp Leif Ericson welcomes campers of all abilities and works closely with families to provide reasonable accommodations when possible. Please contact our camp team to discuss individual needs.
Campfires, songs, skits, nature exploration, and closing celebrations that build confidence, friendships, and lifelong memories.
Activity fields, archery range, river access, creative spaces, and shaded outdoor gathering areas.
Archery, arts & crafts, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, fishing, team games, creative activities, leadership development, and nature exploration.
Program activities, trained counselors, meals during camp hours (and overnight sessions where applicable), and all necessary equipment.
Optional camp merchandise and select specialty programs.
