Adventure, Leadership, and Unforgettable Memories Await
Two-Week Teen Adventure Trips are tailored for campers ages 14-17 and have a variety of intensity levels. Our experienced staff act as guides; facilitating high adventure with an emphasis on leadership and teamwork. These trips are two weeks in duration and offer a unique opportunity for campers to engage the wilderness like never before.Â
Isle Royale Backpacking Trip, Ages 14-17
The Isle Royale Backpacking Trip is the ultimate island wilderness backpacking adventure. Situated 10 miles off the Canadian shore on an isolated island in Lake Superior, Isle Royale National Park is the most remote and infrequently visited National Park in America. Famous for is population of wild wolves (nothing to worry about) and moose, the island wilderness is only accessible by boat and offers over 165 miles of trail exploration. Our campers begin their journey by traveling to Houghton, MI and boarding the famous Ranger III passenger ferry. After a 3-hour voyage, the ferry lands in Rock Harbor on Isle Royale. For the next 8 days and 7 nights, our trippers will explore over 50 miles of trail. They will encounter lakes, mountain tops, streams, and beaches where they’ll put their camping and outdoor skills to the test. Intensity Level 4/5.
Trip Distance: 50 miles backpacking
Time on Trail: 9 nights, 10 days (2 nights car camping, 7 nights backcountry camping)
Scheduled: Week 2-3 | June 21 – July 3, 2026
Cost: Tier A: $2,000 | Tier B: $1,900 | Tier C: $1,800
Nor’Wester Canoe Trip, Ages 15-17
The quintessential trip of YMCA Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya! Nine days of paddling the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, deeply rooted and celebrated traditions, and lifelong bonds only begin to describe the experience this trip brings to campers. Family and friends are invited to honor them upon return to camp. Intensity Level 4/5.
Trip Distance: 60-85 miles of waterway, 20-30 portages
Time on Trail: 8 nights, 9 days backcountry
Scheduled: Weeks 6-7 | July 19-31, 2026
Cost: Tier A: $1,800 | Tier B: $1,620 | Tier C: $1,530
Rocks & Rapids Combo, Ages 15-17
Experience the ultimate adventure with our Rocks and Rapids trip, a unique hybrid of backpacking and canoeing in the stunning Upper Peninsula! Traverse the breathtaking Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore for 5 days, explore the Grand Island Wilderness by boat for 3 days, and paddle down the Indian River for 3 days, discovering the mysterious Kitch-iti-Kipi spring. The grand finale includes a half-day whitewater rafting trip down the Menominee River in Niagara. Novice and experienced campers alike will be thrilled by the constant adventure and camaraderie. Intensity Level 3/5.
Trip Distance: 30 miles backpacking, 39 miles river canoeing
Time on Trail: 7 days backpacking, 2 nights and 3 days canoeing, 2 nights and 3 days car camping
Scheduled: Week 9-10 |August 9-21, 2026
Cost: Tier A: $1,800 | Tier B: $1,620 | Tier C: $1,530
