Schools & Groups

Schools & Groups

Bring your Group to Camp Timbers!

YMCA Camp Timbers, located just 12 miles north of West Branch, MI, offers the perfect rustic retreat for group events of all kinds. With cozy cabins, a range of exciting activities, and modern amenities, we can accommodate groups from 40 to 190 people. Whether you’re planning a school field trip, leadership retreat, or specialty group activity, YMCA Camp Timbers is your destination for a memorable experience. 

Currently, YMCA Camp Timbers is closed for the cold-weather season and will reopen in May 2025 for the warmer months. Group program bookings for 2025, including school and licensed youth camp sessions, will be available starting in Fall 2024. However, our current offerings will run from May through August.

Tours

If you’d like to see YMCA Camp Timbers in person, we invite you to schedule a private tour. A staff member will guide you through the camp, showing you the facilities and answering any questions you may have. It’s the best way to get a feel for the camp and start planning your next group event with us.

Activities

We offer a wide range of activities to suit your group’s interests and goals, including:

  • Canoes, Kayaks, and Paddle Boards
  • Zip Lines
  • Team Course
  • Climbing Tower
  • Fishing
  • Archery
  • Giant Swing
  • High Ropes Course
  • Vertical Playpen
  • Nature Hikes
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Campfires


Please note that activity offerings are based on group size, package selection, and staff availability.