Onondaga Camp

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A true Canadian summer tradition, Onondaga Camp offers
an extraordinary environment for kids to play, explore, achieve and grow.

Situated on the shore of Middle Bob Lake near Minden, Ontario.
Onondaga Camp inspires the best in outdoor fun, learning and adventure.

Great adventures start here.

INFORMATION EVENTS

CAMP MAP

ACTIVITIES

EXPLORE THE CAMP

DATES & RATES

REGISTER

INFORMATION EVENTS

CAMP MAP

ACTIVITIES

EXPLORE
THE CAMP

DATES & RATES

REGISTER

1918

Founding Year

100%

Screen-Free

25+

Activities

6-16

Camper Ages

90%

of counsellors come from within

450+

Acres of Forest

2

Private Lakes

5+1

On-site nurses + doctor
Aerial view of a summer camp lakefront with white tents.
High angle view of a deep blue lake and shoreline.
Instructor teaching two young boys how to operate a sailboat.
Rows of white platform tents tucked into a wooded area.
Bird's eye view of wooden docks extending over dark water.
Aerial shot of a large camp building surrounded by trees.
Aerial view of summer camp cabins along a blue lake.
Three young girls smiling while working on an indoor craft.
A young child riding a white spotted horse outdoors.
Lush green pine trees reflected in a calm blue lake.
Three young boys smiling while leaning on a wooden fence.
“Onondaga is the most magical place. Each summer,
our kids return home beaming with smiles and bursting
with stories. They have more confidence, more friends,
and even take on more responsibility!”
“What truly sets Onondaga apart is the
strong sense of community
and belonging that begins even
before camp starts.”
“Where the only screens let fresh
air in, our kids dream
all year of going back to Onondaga
Camp.”
“The counsellors are so caring and they
inspire kids to discover new skills, grow
their strengths and help create memories to
last a lifetime.”
“They’re already counting down the days
and can’t wait to return in summer 2026.
Thank you for creating such a special
place for them.”
“Onondaga is the most magical place. Each summer, our kids return home beaming with smiles and bursting with stories. They have more confidence, more friends, and even take on more responsibility!”
“What truly sets Onondaga apart is the strong sense of community and belonging that begins even before camp starts.”
“Where the only screens let fresh air in, our kids dream all year of going back to Onondaga Camp.”
“The counsellors are so caring and they inspire kids to discover new skills, grow their strengths and help create memories to last a lifetime.”
“They’re already counting down the days and can’t wait to return in summer 2026. Thank you for creating such a special place for them.”

Philosophy

Our camp is built on 100% screen-free living, meaningful connection, and immersive outdoor experiences.

We blend nature with thoughtful amenities and progressive programming to create a culture that feels both timeless and fresh – all in a breathtaking northern landscape.

Through face-to-face relationships, shared challenges, and time in nature, campers build confidence, friendships, and a strong sense of belonging within age-based groups.

Leadership development is central to our philosophy, with Leaders in Training gaining hands-on experience alongside campers.

Each day encourages exploration, growth, and lasting memories rooted in curiosity, courage, and connection.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We are so fortunate to be able to play, explore, achieve, and grow at Onondaga Camp and with this, we respectfully acknowledge that our camp site is located on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig, and the Anishinaabeg. Summer camps in Ontario have long based much of their program on indigenous practices, crafts and traditions. Often, this was done without the recognition or appreciation of indigenous communities and further perpetuated harmful stereotypes. It is important that we acknowledge and appreciate that some of our activities (like canoeing & kayaking) at Onondaga Camp are based on indigenous practices, and technologies.We must also acknowledge that the name, “Onondaga,” comes from the Onondaga Nation, one of the original nations of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Onondaga Camp got its name because it was originally located on Lake Erie, near Port Dover which is a traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee. The traditional lands of the Onondaga Nation are in northern New York State, on the east end of Lake Ontario. The camp moved to its current location on Middle Bob Lake in 1930 and kept the name, Onondaga Camp. As an organization, Onondaga Camp is committed to deepening our understanding and acknowledge our responsibility to reconciliation.