Family camping movies include The Parent Trap, Magic Camp, Ernest Goes To Camp, and more. Camping films bring joy and happiness to the viewers.
Movies about camping are loved by families since it provides educational messages and also gives us a sense of motivation. Camp is one of the best ways to spend time with your loved ones and connect with nature.
As kids, many of us attended summer camp and made new friends and memories. Apart from building friendships, we learned a new set of skills and performed adventurous activities.
As we grew older camping got combined with hiking and backpacking in beautiful places around the globe. We have also covered about the easy camping meals for families. Prepare some great food the next time you go camping.
Here’s a list of films that will make you feel nostalgic about camping.
1. The Parent Trap
Running Time: 2h 8m
PG-Rated
The Parent Trap (1988) is the remake of the 1961 film of the same name. The movie is about identical twins Hallie and Annie who were separated at birth after their parents divorce.
The twins are reunited at a summer camp but they form a rivalry. After a dangerous prank, Annie and Hallie are sent to an isolated cabin where they bond over their similarities. Eventually, the girls realize that they were separated at birth.
The twins decide to switch places as they make plans to get their parents back together.
The Parent Trap was filmed in several different locations. The film’s principal photography was shot in London and later at different US locations such as San Francisco, Napa Valley AVA, Los Angeles, and Lake Arrowhead.
Camp Walden was filmed at Camp Seely, California.
The major cast members of The Parent Trap are:
- Lindsay Lohan as Hallie and Annie
- Dennis Quaid as Nick Parker
- Natasha Richardson Elizabeth James
- Elaine Hendrix as Meredith Blake
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2. Ernest Goes To Camp
Running Time: 1h 32m
PG-Rated
Ernest Goes To Camp is the story of a lovable loser named Ernest who works as a summer camp handyman. Ernest doesn’t want to be known as a handyman as he dreams of becoming a guidance counselor at Kamp Kikakee.
His dreams come true as he is assigned as the new counselor after the camp was shorthanded on staff. While he works on inspiring the delinquents he must stop a mining company run by Sherman Krader from closing Kamp Kikakee.
The story of the lovable loser was filmed at Montgomery Bell State Park.
The cast members of Ernest Goes To Camp include:
- Jim Varney as Ernest P. Worrell
- Victoria Racimao as Nurse St.Cloud
- John Vernon as Sherman Krader
- Iron Eyes Cody as Old Indian Chief
3. Camp Cool Kids
Running Time: 1h 44m
PG-Rated
Camping movies for kids that showcase the idea of facing our fears include Camp Cool Kids. The movie is about a shy boy named Spence who is scared to go to a summer camp with his brother Zach.
His grandfather Norman inspires Spence with his adventures and encourages the shy boy to get out in the world and be brave. Join Spence and his brother Zach on the journey of making new friends and overcoming their fears.
Camp Cool Kids was shot at Camp Istrouma in Baton Rogue.
The main cast of the film includes:
- Conner Rosen as Spence
- Logan Shroyer as Zach
- Michael Gross as Grandpa Norman
- Leigh-Allyn Baker as Taryn
4. Family Camp
Running Time: 1h 51m
PG-Rated
Family Camp is about two-polar opposite families Ackermans and Sanders who are forced to camp together at a church camp known as Camp Katokwah. The patriarchs of the family struggle to onto their marriages and families as they compete for the camp trophy.
The film showcases the dynamics of the family bond and the challenges they face to become a perfect family.
Family Camp was filmed at Central Oklahoma Camp in Oklahoma.
The main cast of the film includes:
- Tommy Woodard as Tommy Ackerman
- Leigh-Allyn Baker as Grace Ackerman
- Eddie James as Eddie Sanders
- Gigi Orsillo as Victoria Sanders
5. Rim Of The World
Running Time: 1h 38m
Rated: TV-14
Camping movies on Netflix for the family include Rim of the World. The movie follows the story of four misfit teenagers ZhenZhen, Dariush, Alex, and Gabriel as they attend a summer camp at the Rim of the World.
After an alien invasion, the four teenagers are stranded at the summer camp. With no adult supervision and electronic gadgets to help guide their way, the kids must work together and conquer their fears and save the world from the aliens.
According to IMDb Rim of the World was filmed at different locations in California including Twin Lakes, Convict Lake, and Westminister.
The main cast of the film includes:
- Jack Gore as Alex
- Miya Cech as ZhenZhen
- Benjamin Flores Jr. as Dariush
- Alessio Scalzotto as Gabriel
6. RV
Running Time: 1h 40 m
PG-Rated
RV follows the story of Bob Munro and his dysfunctional family. Munro feels threatened of losing his job since his boss ordered him to promote the takeover of a soda company in Boulder. Bob cancels his family trip to Hawaii and rents an RV for a road trip from Los Angeles to Colorado Rockies.
Bob’s inexperience in handling the RV causes the family to experience several mishaps. But with each setback, the Munros learn to be a true and happy family again.
The film RV was filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia.
The cast members of RV are:
- Robin Williams as Bob Munro
- Cheryl Hines as Jamie Munro
- JoJo as Cassie Munro
- Josh Hutcherson as Carl Munro
7. Magic Camp
Running Time: 1h 40m
PG-Rated
Camping movies Disney presented in recent times include Magic Camp. The movie tells a story about a straight-laced banker and a former magician Andy Duckerman who returns to the magic camp in the hope of reigniting his career as a magician.
At the camp, he is assigned to the Hearts cabin where he meets the kids Theo, Nathan, Ruth, Judd, and Vera. The inexperienced kids struggle to learn the magic and Andy almost quits out of frustration.
But he is determined to help the Hearts recognize their hidden talents.
The magical movie was filmed in Moorpark, California.
The cast members of Magic Camp include:
- Adam Devine as Andy
- Jeffrey Tambor as Preston
- Jillian Jacobs as Darkwood
- Nathaniel Logan McIntyre as Theo
8. SpaceCamp
Running Time: 1h 47m
PG-Rated
SpaceCamp is a classic film that follows the story of four teenagers Rudy, Tish, Kevin, and Kathryn, and a young boy named Max. They enroll in the Space camp during their summer break for three weeks to learn about the NASA space program.
During their time in the camp, the kids are accidentally launched into orbit in the space shuttle. Tish, Rudy, Kevin, Kathryn, and Max must act as a real crew of astronauts in order to return back home.
SpaceCamp was filmed inside the 20th Century Fox soundstage in LA and some parts were shot at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Alabama.
The main cast members of SpaceCamp are:
- Kate Capshaw as Andie
- Lea Thompson as Kathryn
- Kelly Preston as Tish
- Larry B. Scott as Rudy
- Joaquin Phoenix as Max
- Tate Donovan as Kevin
- Tom Skerritt as Zach
9. Daddy Day Camp
Running Time: 1h 33m
PG-Rated
Daddy Day Camp is about two friends Phil and Charlie who take their children to Camp Driftwood, a camp they used to go to when they were kids. But they discover that the campsite is not the same as it used to be.
To save Camp Driftwood the friends buy the run-down sit in partnership with the current owner. Not only they must renovate the camp but also face competition from a nearby Camp Canola which is operated by Charlie’s rival Lance.
Charlie seeks his father’s help to restore Camp Driftwood’s beauty and glory.
The filming of Daddy Day Camp took place in Park City and Provo, Utah.
The cast members of the film are:
- Cuba Gooding Jr. as Charlie Hinton
- Lochlyn Moroe as Lance
- Paul Rae as Phil
- Richard Gant as Buck
10. Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare
Running Time: 1h 17m
Not-Rated
The gang Fred, Velma, Daphne, Shaggy, and Scooby travel to Camp Little Moose to serve as counselors. As they arrive the gang finds the camp empty except for the head counselor as the old legend named Woodsman has come back to life and scarred the children away.
Join Scooby-Doo and the gang as they solve the mysteries of The Woodsman, The Banshee of Black Canyon, and The Fishman.
The voice actors of Scooby-Doo! Camp Scare includes:
- Frank Welker as Scooby-Doo and Fred
- Mindy Cohn as Velma
- Matthew Lillard as Shaggy
- Grey Griffin as Daphne
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