Northern Pines is a year-round camp and retreat destination situated on a 48-acre site on the southeast shore of Fish Hook Lake in north central Minnesota. 

We are nestled in and among towering pine trees just north of Park Rapids, in the area known as the Heartland of northern Minnesota. The headwaters of the mighty Mississippi River and Itasca State Park are just a short drive from this ideal Northwoods setting.

Experience a summer camp, retreat, family reunion or holiday, wedding, church picnic, or business meeting. Our setting and facilities can accommodate groups of 200+ or multiple groups sharing the various amenities. Whether you are looking for a great kids camp, sleepaway camp, youth camp, adult retreat, outdoor adventure or a cabin to rent for a getaway we look forward to serving you. Whatever the season or whatever the reason, Northern Pines is a beautiful place to be.

Northern Pines Camp: Building connections with Christ, Community and Creation.

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The Latest News

Winter/Spring 2023 Newsletter - Northern Pines Camp and Retreat Center

Check out the latest news from Northern Pines Camp and Retreat Center!

Tabernacle Dedication & 100th Anniversary Celebration at Koronis Ministries

It’s finally here!  Come join us as we commemorate 100-years of ministry on Lake Koronis, and join Bishop Bard in a service of dedication of our NEW ...

Zieglers Stepping Down at Storm Mountain Center

The Dakotas UMC Camp and Retreat Ministry announces that Lara and Levi Ziegler are stepping down as site directors of Storm Mountain Center, where they have...

Press Release - Northern Pines Camp to participate in the Effective Camp Project

Northern Pines Camp is pleased to announce our participation in the Effective Camp Project in summer 2022.

Tabernacle construction underway at Koronis Ministries

It’s happening!   After numerous delays, construction of Koronis Ministries’ long-awaited Tabernacle finally began this summer. Heavy equipment arrived in ...
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