Kids Camp

Kids, teachers, and rangers walk toward archeology site. — Walking to an archeology site for kids camp.

Kids Camp is the answer for your summer time activities. Come and explore Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site through a variety of stories, crafts, and activities. Park Rangers change the activities each year.

1 girl jumps high outside as 2 other girls throw their sticks towards a rolling hoop. — Campers play hoop and stick game while at Kids' Camp.
NPS Photo / Mitchell

Activities

Activities in the past included: canoeing, fishing, building a mini-earthlodge, hiking, exploring ethnobotany of the Hidatsa tribe, playing Native games, going on a scavenger hunt, and making crafts.

Come see what this summer has in store for the campers!

6 kids sit at tables inside working on craft. 2 rangers stand and support them. Large bull boat in foreground. — Campers make small bull boats to match a replica bull boat used by the Hidatsa tribe.
NPS Photo / Mitchell

Registration

Youth ages 6-12 are welcome to come to this FREE event.

Parents can call (701) 745-3300 or email the park to find out more information.

Kids must be registered for this event.