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place 9089 Highway 21 N
Babbitt, MN 55706

Founded in 2019, YMCA Camp Northern Lights is a family destination. Located on Bear Lake near the edge of the Superior National Forest, Northern Lights is a premier fishing destination with 130 acres of trails and woods to explore. With year-round programming and a wide range of lodging options – from RV and tent sites to gorgeous cabins with full kitchens and bathrooms – Camp Northern Lights is the perfect destination for seasoned adventurers or as a first-time camping experience. 

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MEA Family Camp Weekend

event October 19 – 22, 2023
Thursday-Sunday
schedule 3:00pm-11:00am
place YMCA Camp Northern Lights
Babbitt, MN

Northern Frights

event October 27 – 29, 2023
Friday-Sunday
schedule 3:00pm-11:00am
place YMCA Camp Northern Lights
Babbitt, MN

Fall Impact Weekend

event November 3 – 5, 2023
Friday-Sunday
schedule 3:00pm-11:00am
place YMCA Camp Northern Lights
Babbitt, MN

Upcoming Seasonal Adventures

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A natural way to say "I do!"

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Making adventure more accessible

The YMCA offers need-based financial assistance to help people access the programs that are important to them.

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