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

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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Frogbridge Day Camp
Millstone Township, NJ

Day Camp Activities include: Indoor; Outdoor Activities, Go Carts, Rock Climbing, Signature Destinations and Special Events.

Swimming & Activities Day Camp @ Ramapo College Mahwah NJ - Bergen County
Mahwah, NJ

Licensed Swim Instruction, Recreational Sports & Fun Activities

Pre K Kickers Soccer Camps in North Jersey!
Madison, NJ

Our super-FUN week-long summer camps are half day or full day, and will keep your child's soccer skills fresh in the off-season!

Camp Invention
Glen Ridge, NJ

Glen Ridge FIRST brings nationally-acclaimed Camp Invention’s INNOVATE weeklong summer program to students entering grades one through six this summer.

LakeView Day Camp
East Brunswick, NJ

Lakeview Day Camp sits on 20 beautiful acres along the shores of Farrington Lake. For more than 80 summers, Lakeview has been serving campers and creating life changing summer experiences. Campers from age 3-14 have facilities and programs catered to their age group.

Science Adventures
Multiple Locations across the US, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA, WI

Campers in grades 1-6 can explore science in a fun, interactive way. Our quality hands-on experiments, innovative curriculum and professional instructors bring your child’s understanding of science to the next level.

FUNdamentals Sports Camp
Short Hills, NJ

Fundamentals Sports Camp provides quality sports and character education to young boys and girls.

Power Dance Camp at Center Stage
East Brunswick , NJ

Power Dance is for dancers who want to improve their technique and performance skills. Many of our dancers have apperared on Broadway, we have a professional faculty, and everyone has a great time dancing the summer away!

Camp Blue Star
Mays Landing, NJ

Our goal is to provide a stimulating, creative, and educational day camp program for children in a safe and controlled setting. We want every child to be challenged, both physically and mentally, and to excel to their greatest potential.

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
Medford, NJ

Nature-Oriented Day Camp for Children Ages 3-14.

Kickzsoccer World Cup Soccer Camps
Randolph, NJ

World Cup Soccer Camp - Learn skills from around the world this Summer!

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 Dark Waters
Medford, NJ

We believe that the days of a children’s summer vacation should be a time for them to play, to venture forth in learning new skills, and to grow.

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.

AMC Family Camp
Blairstown, NJ

Appalachian Mountain Club Family Camp at Mohican Outdoor Center




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%3.7%
Travel Camps1214.6%5.1%
Acting Camps1113.4%5.0%
Sport Camps1113.4%5.0%
Academic Camps1113.4%4.1%


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.