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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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.

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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Steve Pikiell Basketball Camp
Piscataway Township, NJ

Led by Rutgers Head Basketball Coach Steve Pikiell, the emphasis is developing the basic fundamentals - shooting, dribbling, passing and defense. We teach players using the methods he has used in 25 years of coaching experience.

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.

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.

Mohican Outdoor Center
Blairstown, NJ

Set in the beautiful 70,000 acre Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, we offer diverse outdoor workshops, weekend activites, and our annual Family Camp in a relaxed, rustic setting.

Camp 99
Magnolia, NJ

Camp 99 - affordable, active, safe & fun for your children during the summer.

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

Licensed Swim Instruction, Recreational Sports & Fun Activities

The Garage Theatre Group Ultimate Summer Experience
Teaneck, NJ

Workshops in Acting, Voice, and Movement. Full productions at the end of each session.

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

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!

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.

YMCA Camp Mason
Hardwick, NJ

A unique blend of traditional and adventure summer camp, YMCA Camp Mason has been creating memorable experiences for campers and families since 1900. Scenic mountain woodlands, rustic but modern facilities, and a wide variety of activities.

Model United Nations Institute
District of Columbia, DC
Other

Step into the MUN Institute! Debate global issues, boost public speaking, gain confidence, and make friends. Enjoy dynamic simulations, fun games, and expert mentorship. Excel in MUN and beyond! Save $100 with code CAMPCHANNEL.

Rock Camp • Hudson Music Studios
Lebanon, NJ

Learn to perform, compose, and improvise in a variety of rock styles, while meeting new friends in a fun and inspiring environment. RC is lead by master teachers/performers from NYC and NJ, who also teach at area colleges/universities.

New York Mets Baseball Academy
14 NY/NJ metro area venues, NY - NJ

One-week Outstanding Youth Instructional Baseball Program (Ages 7-15). 14 NY/NJ Metro area venues. Incl. current & former Mets Players & Coaches. 10:1 ratio Participants to staff. Designed to imporve both physical & cognitive playing skills.

FUNdamentals Sports Camp
Short Hills, NJ

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




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.