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.

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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Liberty Lake Day Camp
Bordentown, NJ

Liberty Lake teaches life skills, and inspires children!

Summer Adventures at Oak Knoll
Summit, NJ

Day camp located in Summit, NJ for boys and girls ages 3-16.

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.

Incrediflix
Orange County, CA
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We bring creativity and imagination to life through stop motion and live action movie making.

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.

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!

Summer Acting Program
Bayonne, NJ

Students will rehearse and perform in a theatrical performance.

Center Stage Dance Camp
Ocean Township, NJ

Our Students dance the summer away and push their technical & performance levels.One week to three week sessions are available and there is a performance at the end of each week.

Hi-Hills Day Camp
Gladstone, NJ

Nestled in the hills of Somerset and Morris counties is Hi-Hills, a New Jersey Day Camp where children ages 3-15 come each summer to build lifelong friendships, learn new skills and have fun in an encouraging and supportive environment.

Fernbrook Farms Summer Camps
Chesterfield, NJ

NJ’s premier nature camp engages campers by exploring the complex interconnectedness of our natural world on our 230-acre farm. Hands-on activities inspire campers to pursue their natural curiosities in our creek, meadow, forest, and more!

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.

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.

Anne Donovan Basketball Camp
South Orange, NJ

Individual elite camp will allow you to get personal 1 on 1 attention from Hall of Famer and Seton Hall Head Coach Anne Donovan. This camp will expose you to what it takes to be successful at the next level. This camp is recommended for players with serious basketball goals and aspirations.

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!

Marine Science Day Camp at the Jersey Shore
Lavallette, NJ

Marine Science Day Camp at the Jersey Shores allows children K-8, to expereince what it is like to be a marine scientist out in the field. All programs taught and led by a Marine Scientist. Active learning while having fun!




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.