Situated on nearly 800 acres of pristine land in Southern New Jersey, our camp experience offers wonderful opportunities for children, allowing them to build the character and confidence they will need to go out into the world as adults.

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Situated on nearly 800 acres of pristine land in Southern New Jersey, our camp experience offers wonderful opportunities for children, allowing them to build the character and confidence they will need to go out into the world as adults.

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For more than 50 years, summers at Appel Farm have sparked the imaginations of thousands of young people as they interacted with artists from around the world in beautiful rural southern New Jersey. Safety, Community, Personal Growth, and Fun guide our program that ignites creativity, kindness, and confidence!

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Rising Treetops at Oakhurst provides summer sleep away and day camp, and year-round respite care for children and adults with special needs, including autism and physical and intellectual disabilities.

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For over 80 years Camp Michikamau has offered a high quality traditional overnight camp for youth and teens.

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps
Newton, NJ

Fairview Lake YMCA is a traditional and adventure based sleepaway camp located on 660 acres of pristine forests and fields around a 110 acre lake. Since 1915, we have provided quality summer camping for thousands of children.

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Program - Short Hills Campus
Short Hills, NJ

Highly-interactive enrichment in technology, science, humanities, arts and business for kids age 5 to 16. Intellectually-stimulating classes to fuel young people's interest and creativity.

Pine Grove Day Camp
Wall Twp, NJ

Our mission is to create an experience for our camp families so exceptional that it creates campers for life.

Camp Louemma
Sussex, NJ

Camp Louemma is a premiere "boutique" type camp that has fostered lifelong friendships and memories for our campers since 1941. As a small to mid-sized camp we can ensure that each camper's needs are catered to and that no camper gets "lost in the suffle".

A.J. Meerwald's Maritime Camp
Port Norris, NJ

Exciting and educational camping adventures onboard the historic oyster schooner AJ MEERWALD. Campers become part of the AJ MEERWALD’S crew, sailing and living aboard an historic tall ship.

Spring Lake Day Camp
Ringwood, NJ

Since 1989 Spring Lake Day Camp has provided summers filled with fun and friendships. Our wonderful mix of sports, arts, swim,& special events,along with a great staff, makes Spring Lake Day camp the place to be.

The $99 A Week Summer Camp
Stratford, NJ

We offer the most affordable Summer Camp in South Jersey. Since 2008, we have provided a safe, fun and educational camp for kids ages 4-15.

Camp Hawk Pointe at Hawk Pointe Golf Club
Washington, NJ

This is a fun filled camp that provides tennis and golf lessons along with a variety of other activities that is sure to provide memories that will last a lifetime

Pulse Premier Sports Camps
Basking Ridge, NJ

Ready for a summer of fun, fitness, and friendship? Pulse Sports Camp delivers a high-energy, multi-sport experience where kids build skills, stay active, and grow in a safe, supportive environment.

Robotics Summer Camp at The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ

Robotics Camp sessions at The College of New Jersey. Campers have a competition and win awards at the end of each session.

Cream Ridge Christian Camp
Cream Ridge, NJ

We exist to provide valuable opportunites for preteen and teen development through spiritual, social, educational and recreational activities in a fun Christian environment.

The Musical Theatre Performance Project
Bayonne, NJ

Students will take class and rehearse with a comprehensive array of industry professionals, learn every aspect of the theatre, and showcase what they have learned in a performance

Liberty Hall Museum's History Day Camp
Union, NJ

Children become time travelers as they experience the 225 year history of Liberty Hall during their weeklong visit. The children will become junior tour guides as they experience historical crafts, activities and games.

RealScience!, Express Yourself! & Summer Explorers Summer Camps-- Little Ivy Academy
Ridgewood, NJ

This Summer, Your Child Can Experience a Camp Like No Other when they join us for summer days filled with real hands-on discovery and real camp fun!

2026 - Youth Football Camp with Members of the NY Jets & Giants (July 12-15, 2026)
Madison, NJ

Founded in 1983, we have the best teaching football programs in the nation having graduated over 107,000 athletes, many currently playing at the college level. This will be our 43rd successful year of football instruction.




New Jersey Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

NJ Directory Overview

New Jersey camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic New Jersey % of Dir.
Total Listings823.6%
Day Camps694.7%
Resident Camps221.8%
Family Camps82.1%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps763.9%
All-Girls Camps61.9%
All-Boys Camps63.3%

Format counts may overlap.

Price Range and Age by Format

Listings offering that format exclusively. Fewer than 5 listings omitted. Prices reflect director-reported brackets.
Format Price/Wk Ages Coed%
DayUnder $100 - $7515 - 1594%
Resident$351 - $1,7518 - 17100%

Ages = median values. Prices = director-reported brackets.

Top specialty categories for New Jersey within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program4150.0%3.6%
Travel Camps1214.6%5.0%
Sport Camps1113.4%4.9%
Academic Camps1113.4%4.1%
Acting Camps1113.4%5.0%


General Notes About Camps in the State of New Jersey

New Jersey’s summer climate is perfect for a wide range of camp activities, with warm, sunny days ideal for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The cool evenings provide a relaxing atmosphere for campfires, group activities, and outdoor games. This balance of warm, active days and mild evenings makes it an excellent place for outdoor adventure camps, nature exploration, and creative programs, ensuring campers enjoy both active exploration and downtime in comfort.

From the urban landscapes of Newark and Trenton to the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore, New Jersey offers diverse environments for summer camps. In the cities, campers can enjoy day camps that focus on sports, arts, and education, with easy access to cultural sites, parks, and historical landmarks. Further south, the state’s natural beauty comes into play, with the Pinelands and Jersey Shore providing perfect environments for nature camps, hiking, water sports, and environmental education programs. Whether in bustling cities or quiet coastal areas, New Jersey offers something for every type of camper.

New Jersey’s diverse ecosystems, including coastal marshes, forests, and wetlands, offer abundant opportunities for environmental education. With habitats ranging from the pine forests of the Pine Barrens to the salt marshes of the shore, campers can explore wildlife, engage in conservation efforts, and learn about the state’s unique ecosystems. Nature-based camps allow participants to engage in activities like birdwatching, habitat restoration, and water quality testing, helping campers develop an understanding of conservation and environmental stewardship.