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Camp Victory

Coed sleepaway camp · Zumbro Falls, Minnesota · Since 1943

ACA accreditedNonprofitPhone-freeWinter camp tooChristian
Campers
Coed
From
$472/wk
Sessions
1-week
Staff ratio
1 : 6
Campers per session
1,063
Nearest airport
RST · 22 mi

Camp Victory is a coed, Christian, non-denominational nonprofit camp in Zumbro Falls, Minnesota, serving ages 5–16 in both day and overnight sessions. It offers traditional camp activities such as high ropes, archery, swimming, waterskiing, and wakeboarding on the Zumbro River, and it is ACA accredited. Listed 2026 sessions include overnight camps at $735 and day camps at $475.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 13, 2026 on campvictory.com

Photos

Photos from Camp Victory’s own website and materials.

Videos

What Really Happens at a Christian Summer Camp? | Camp Victory Ministries
Recapping the Summer of 2026 | Camp Victory Ministries Camp
What God Did During the Summer of 2026 | Camp Victory Ministries
WHAT GOD DID at Camp Victory in 2025: Testimonials From our Counselors, Campers, and Guests

Videos from the camp’s own website, played from YouTube or Vimeo.

Good fit for
  • First-time campers and younger children trying a day camp program with homesickness guidance.
  • Families seeking a coed, Christian, non-denominational nonprofit camp with a traditional focus.
  • Active kids interested in ropes courses, archery, water sports, and other traditional camp activities.
Worth knowing
  • Deposits are non-refundable, and refunds after camp starts are limited; sick, homesick, or dismissed campers receive no refund.
  • Campers are asked to leave cell phones at home, with no technology in cabins; parent communication is by email, photos, and office-arranged calls.
  • The camp states it is not suited for campers with severe emotional, social, behavioral needs, severe autism, OCD, or panic/anxiety disorder.

2027 sessions and prices

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Overnight Camp – June 20–251 week · Grades 3–9Jun 20 – Jun 25$735$858Open
Canoe Adventure1 week · Overnight campers · lowest weekly priceJun 27 – Jul 2$405$472Open
Overnight Camp – July 5–91 week · Grades 3–9Jul 5 – Jul 9$735$1,029Open
Overnight Camp – July 11–161 week · Grades 3–9Jul 11 – Jul 16$735$858Open
Overnight Camp – July 18–231 week · Grades 3–9Jul 18 – Jul 23$735$858Open
Overnight Camp – July 25–301 week · Grades 3–9Jul 25 – Jul 30$735$858Open
Plus fees: Optional lunch package ($30 for 5-day, $18 for 3-day), Thursday sleepover ($30), camp store, Waldo photo matching ($12).Source: camp’s dates and rates

Winter camp

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Winter Blast2 days · Grades 3–9Jan 22 – Jan 24$170–Open

What it really costs

Tuition$735

Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.

Deposit and payments$100 non-refundable deposit for overnight camp; $50 non-refundable deposit for Day Camp. Source
RefundsCancellations before camp are fully refunded except the non-refundable deposit; after camp starts no refunds except severe injury; behavioral dismissal or early leave for sickness/homesickness gets no refund. Source
Financial aidYes—partial need-based scholarships; scholarships are part of summer camp registration; ULEAD connects families with community partners. Source
DiscountsEarly-registration pricing by December 31 and April 15. Source
Extra feesOptional lunch package ($30 for 5-day, $18 for 3-day), Thursday sleepover ($30), camp store, Waldo photo matching ($12). Source

Camp life

Daily schedule
mixed Source
Waterfront
Zumbro River: swimming, fishing, canoe adventure; senior high lake day includes waterskiing/wakeboarding. Source
Phones
Campers leave cell phones at home; high school campers may not bring phones. Source
Staying in touch
Parents can email campers and camp prints emails; photos via Waldo; office can arrange calls. Source
First-time campers
Trailblazer day camp is designed for first-time campers; homesickness is handled with staff guidelines and parent consultation. Source
Health care
Nurse’s station and Health Center on site. Source
Food and allergies
Hot food and salad bar; can cater to gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, etc. with notice on registration; nut-free preferred for birthday treats. Source
Staff checks
Annual background checks; interviews and 2–3 reference checks; training in emergency procedures, bullying, and discipline. Source
Staff ratio
1:6 overnight; 1:10 day camp Source
Directors
David Nelson (Executive Director); Sam “Kicks” Smith (Summer Camp Director). Source
Who runs it
nonprofit Source
Faith
Christian Source
Visit or tour
Open House May 2, 2027, 1:00–4:00 PM, free. Source

Getting there

Address
58212 403rd Ave, Zumbro Falls, MN 55991 Source
Nearest airports
Rochester International Airport (RST, 22 mi); Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP, 58 mi)
Getting there
Free bus for day campers from Calvary Evangelical Free Church and Culver’s in Rochester. Source
Phone
507-258-3200 Source
Minneapolis65 mi
Milwaukee243 mi
Omaha270 mi
Chicago293 mi

Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.

In the news

Questions about Camp Victory

How much does Camp Victory cost in 2027?

2027 tuition at Camp Victory runs from $405 (Canoe Adventure, 1 week) to $735 (Overnight Camp – June 20–25). The lowest weekly price is $472. Extra fees: Optional lunch package ($30 for 5-day, $18 for 3-day), Thursday sleepover ($30), camp store, Waldo photo matching ($12).

When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Victory?

Overnight Camp – June 20–25: Jun 20 to Jun 25. Canoe Adventure: Jun 27 to Jul 2. Overnight Camp – July 5–9: Jul 5 to Jul 9. Overnight Camp – July 11–16: Jul 11 to Jul 16. Overnight Camp – July 18–23: Jul 18 to Jul 23. Overnight Camp – July 25–30: Jul 25 to Jul 30.

Does Camp Victory run a winter camp?

Yes. Camp Victory also runs winter sessions: Winter Blast: Jan 22, 2027 to Jan 24.

Can campers bring phones?

Campers leave cell phones at home; high school campers may not bring phones.

Is Camp Victory ACA accredited?

Yes. Camp Victory is accredited by the American Camp Association.

Is it good for first-time campers?

Trailblazer day camp is designed for first-time campers; homesickness is handled with staff guidelines and parent consultation.

What is the refund policy?

Cancellations before camp are fully refunded except the non-refundable deposit; after camp starts no refunds except severe injury; behavioral dismissal or early leave for sickness/homesickness gets no refund.

Is financial aid available?

Yes—partial need-based scholarships; scholarships are part of summer camp registration; ULEAD connects families with community partners.

How do campers get to Camp Victory?

Free bus for day campers from Calvary Evangelical Free Church and Culver’s in Rochester.

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