Camp Joy consists of more than 15 acres with extensive lake front access and trails through the woods. Unplug, slow-down and get away to enjoy this amazing camp God has blessed us with. Kick back while you sit and look over beautiful Star Lake.
We are located in the heart of Minnesota lake country. Only 70 miles southeast of the Fargo/Moorhead metro area and within short drives to Fergus Falls, Detroit Lakes and Pelican Rapids.
Camp amenities include: canoes, kayaks, and docks available from May through October. An imaginative playground to keep the children entertained including swings and slides.
Sports equipment available at no additional fee. Along with a basketball court, volleyball court, baseball diamond, gaga ball pit, and 9-square court.
Let the beauty of Camp Joy take away your stress and relax!
Camp Joy 2026 Rental Rates
The rates below indicate you will provide your own food. We do provide an option to provide meals at a different rate. Reach out to Tyler for more information.
Check in: Friday 5pm
Check out: Sunday 10am
Weekend Rates:
Dining Hall: $600 per weekend
Cabin: $50 per cabin per night
Game Room: $200 per weekend
Chapel: $250 per weekend
Weekday Rates Only:
Dining Hall: $200 per day (Mon-Thu)
Cabin: $50 per cabin per night (Sun-Thu)
Game Room: $100 per day (Mon-Thu)
Chapel: $200 per day (Mon-Thu)
Labor Day, July 4th and Memorial Day weekends will be charged a 20% increase. For example $1,200 weekend will be $1,440 on a holiday weekend.
*If your group would like food provided, reach out to Tyler for more information. Our rental rates change due to Camp Joy providing meals
Available Dates
Updated 8/20/2025
July 4th weekend
July 24th-26th
August 7th-9th
August 10th-Sept 27th (excluding Sept 4th-7th, 18th-20th and 25th-27th)
It’s never too early to be thinking about next summer or beyond. We already have groups reserving for 2026 and 2027.
Camp Joy Facility Request Form
Complete the request form and Tyler will be in contact you with to finalize the details and collect a deposit.
Cabin (sleeps 9)
Interior of a cabin
Dining Hall Exterior
Dining Hall Seating
Kitchen - renters have full access to our kitchen
Beautiful Star Lake Beach - no weeds!
Game Room and Arts/Crafts
Interior of Game Room
Chapel
Interior of chapel
Star Lake Beach
Full Size Volleyball Court
Playground
Sports Field