Summer Fun SINCE 1929

Committed to excellence for over 95 years, Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Scout Reservation (MSR) is a Nationally Accredited Scouting America Summer Camp.

Thousands of Scouts across the Midwest and the nation treasure memories of unforgettable summers at MSR. Located 25 miles north of Antigo in Pearson, Wisconsin, Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan stretches over 1,500 acres of beautiful forests, streams, and spring-fed lakes. Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan is home to two full-service camps: East Camp and West Camp. We also operate a High Adventure Base and Horse Ranch during the summer and have a wide variety of camping options designed to support your desired summer camp program.

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Join us for Summer Camp 2026!

High Adventure Camp Scouts BSA Week 1
June 21  –  June 27

Cub Scouts High Adventure Camp Scouts BSA Week 2
June 28  –  July 4

High Adventure Camp Scouts BSA Week 3
July 5  –  July 11

High Adventure Camp Scouts BSA Week 4
July 12  –  July 18

High Adventure Camp Scouts BSA Week 5
July 19  –  July 25

Cub Scouts Week 6
July 26  –  August 1

Camping At
Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan

Cub Scouts

Seize this opportunity to see what resident camp and the Scouts BSA program are all about with the comfort of having an adult nearby. This is a four-day, three-night overnight camp, showcasing the best of Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan!

Cub Scouts Rock Climbing

Scouts BSA

Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan offers two resident camps, East and West Camp, that provide a traditional one- or two-week experience packed with outdoor adventure, fun skill-building activities, and unforgettable adventures. Scouts choose from dozens of activities while building confidence, friendships, and leadership skills.

Scouts BSA - Water Rafting

High Adventure

Nationally-accredited Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan High Adventure Base has been guiding Northwoods adventures since 1976. Take in stunning vistas on foot on one of three remote backpacking destinations. Paddle cool river waters in the upper reaches of Wisconsin or into Canada by canoe. Kayak across the waters of Lake Superior to visit the Apostle Islands. No matter how you like to adventure, we have a trek for you.

High Adventure Camping