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About Your Host

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Why YMCA Camp Copneconic?

Since 1915, YMCA Camp Copneconic has provided outdoor programs for youth and families. Our heritage begins with a strong Christian foundation. Add 700 acres of beautiful, serene property, a medley of historical and modern facilities, and a long-standing reputation of caring staff, Camp Copneconic is truly the Genuine Article in the camping industry.
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Lodging

You'll feel right at home in our cabins.

With cabins this cozy, you will want to stay an extra day! YMCA Camp Copneconic's lodging options offer a classic cabin feel with modernized living accommodations. Each cabin features a communal living area with bunk beds creating an inviting atmosphere that encourages guests to relax and connect with their cabin mates as well as a private bathroom and shower. 

Cabins are heated to provide
comfort in any season. All of our housing options are just a short walk away from our
dining facilities and interest session locations.

Check out our facility page to learn more about each of our cabin spaces. 

Note sure what to pack? Learn more on our
Conference Information page. 

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Meeting

Copneconic has a variety of large group and intimate breakout spaces.

​Nestled on the shores of Lake Copneconic, our camp offers a unique retreat setting that blends natural beauty with modern amenities. Conveniently located just an hour from Detroit and Lansing, Camp Copneconic provides a refreshing escape for personal reflection, team-building, and group innovation.
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Our facilities are designed to inspire creativity and connection. The Copneconic Lodge serves as the heart of camp, offering a spacious dining hall and flexible meeting spaces for breakout sessions and gatherings. 


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Eating

Copneconic Lodge will suit your every need... and delight the senses!

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Travel Information 

Address:  10407 N. Fenton Road Fenton, MI 48430

Car Travel
  • FROM THE NORTH: Follow I-75, US-10, US-23 south until they split. Follow US-23 (not I-75) south until you come to the Grand Blanc exit. Exit, turn left (east) and follow to Fenton Road. Turn right (south) and follow Fenton Rd. to the camp entrance (on the left). 
  • FROM THE EAST: Follow I-69 west to I-475 south. (This intersection is in Flint). Follow I-475 south to the Hill Road exit. Turn right (west) off of exit and go to the next traffic light, which is Fenton Road. Turn left (south) on Fenton Rd. until the camp entrance (about 5.5 miles on the left.)
  • US-23 FROM THE SOUTH: Follow US-23 north to the Thompson Rd. exit. Exit, turn right on Thompson and follow until you come to the second stop light, which is Fenton Road. Turn left (north) onto Fenton Road. The camp entrance is about one mile on the right.
  • I-75 FROM THE SOUTH: Take I-75 north and exit at Holly Rd., which is #108. DO NOT EXIT AT EAST HOLLY RD., WHICH IS EXIT #98. Turn left and go about 1/2 mile to the light. This is Baldwin Road. Turn right (west) on Baldwin and go a few miles to the traffic light. This is Fenton Road. Turn left (south) onto Fenton Road. The camp entrance is on the left.

​Airports:  YMCA Camp Copneconic is about 20 minutes from Flint International Airport (FNT), 75 minutes from Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), and 2 hours from Kalamazoo/Battlecreek International Airport (AZO). 

What's Nearby? 

What can you do near camp? 

Check out this guide to all things near MACC, organized by our hosts! Click below to download the Welcome to the Neighborhood guide.​
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Believe your camp would be a good fit to host the MACC? Contact our Chair to learn more! [email protected]

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