A Superior Pocono Mountain Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 6-17. Powerful Individualized Programming, Diverse and Intimate Community, with Committed Creativity and Superb Facilities.

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South Mountain YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser is a coed traditional camping program for children ages 7-17. Campers live in brand new modern log cabins on 500 mountaintop acres. The staff are dedicated to providing safe, fun experiences for children. From our Athletics to our Arts & Nature programs, Camp Conrad Weiser affords many opportunities to develop new skills.

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Stroudsburg, PA

Pinemere is a JCC-affiliated, non-denominational, Kosher camp, dedicated to providing an extraordinary resident summer experience in its unique Jewish setting on 180 private acres in the Pocono Mountains.

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Join hundreds of families in our Family Camp, Grandparent/Child Camp, and Single Parent family camp weekends. Great facilities and fun await you at a great price.

Camp Sequoia
Pennsburg, PA
Other

Camp Sequoia is an overnight summer camp for kids ages 7-17 who need help developing their social skills.

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Lake Como, PA

Success, Confidence, Enthusiasm, Acheivement & Self Worth. It is to this end that our program of therapeutic recreation has been designed. Every activity is planned to meet the capabilities of each child. Our campers feel they belong.

Get into the best physical and mental shape of your life while enjoying a great camp experience. Full land and water sports program plus nutrition classes cooking classes and behaviour modifacation. weight loss self esteem and fun

Honesdale, PA

1st-Time Camper Guarantee! Separate Campus for teens! Over 60 Daily Activities: Horseback Riding (no fee), Trapeze, Paintball, ATVs, Tennis (10 courts), Skateboarding, Bubble Soccer, Extreme Sports, Creative & Performing Arts, Clinics (survival, scuba). Select your activities daily! Modern Facilities. Mature Staff. Quality Instruction. 2-4-6-8 week sessions. Same family ownership since 1962. Tuition Credits. ACA accredited.

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North Springfield, PA
Other

Camp Fitch's century-old, classic sleep-away summer camp on Lake Erie provides boys and girls aged 6 to 16 with a holistically safe, values-driven community where they discover friendship, achievement, and belonging on 425 acres along Lake Erie.

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Lackawaxen, PA

Camp Lee Mar is a traditional overnight summer camp experience that allows campers with special needs to enjoy all the fun and social experiences of a summer camp and gain valuable life skills.

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Sky Camp at Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Lancaster, PA

Take your school age children’s summer fun to new heights at our week long camp!

Paradise Farm Camps / Children's Country Week Association
Downingtown, PA

Our emphasis is on providing a quality outdoor education and social camp experience to all children.

Camp Penn
Waynesboro, PA

Located in South Central Pennsylvania, Camp Penn is surrounded by the beautiful Michaux State Forest & next to the Appalachian Trail. This historic facility, built by Civilian Conservation Corps, hosts retreat groups & annual summer camps.

Adventures of the Mind
Bryn Mawr, PA

Join over 200 of the top high school students as they take part in Adventures of the Mind, the premier camp for college and career exploration, and discover the "Steps to Success."

Camp Tweedale
Chester County, PA

Camp Tweedale, operated by Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, offers a wide variety of programs in 3-day, 1-week, 2-week and 9-day sessions. Tweedale is open to girls 6-17, including non-Girl Scouts.

Grier Summer for Girls
Tyrone, PA

Intensive programs in visual art, dance, musical theater and riding at the Grier School, a historic boarding school for girls.

Incrediflix
Orange County, CA
Other

We bring creativity and imagination to life through stop motion and live action movie making.

Joe Machnik's No. 1 Soccer Camps
East Coast to West Coast, MD,TX,MO,CA,PA,CO,CT,MA,WI,GA,VA

No.1 Soccer Camps since 1977, is the most trusted name in soccer camps! Spanning the entire country we have a campsite near you!

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
Philadelphia, PA

PAFA is the oldest Art Museum and Art School in America. The Summer Art Camp offers enriching and creative experiences for campers in the Museum galleries and art studios. Weekly camps for different age groups running for 7 weeks from late June through August. Fun and creative session designed to appeal to all levels and interests of young artists.

Shelly Ridge
Miquon, PA

All girls welcome!, Financial aid available




Pennsylvania Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

PA Directory Overview

Pennsylvania camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Pennsylvania % of Dir.
Total Listings1426.2%
Day Camps886.0%
Resident Camps887.3%
Family Camps225.9%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps1276.4%
All-Girls Camps175.4%
All-Boys Camps105.5%

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 - $6515 - 1594%
ResidentUnder $100 - $2,0007 - 1682%

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

Top specialty categories for Pennsylvania within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program8962.7%7.9%
Family Camps2215.5%5.9%
Sport Camps2014.1%9.0%
Drama Camps1712.0%8.9%
Acting Camps1611.3%7.3%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s summer climate is ideal for outdoor activities, with warm, sunny days that are perfect for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The cooler evenings provide a relaxing atmosphere for campfires, group activities, and storytelling. The mild temperatures throughout the summer allow campers to enjoy both active exploration and comfortable evenings, making the state a fantastic location for a variety of camps, from nature and adventure camps to arts and educational programs.

Pennsylvania offers a broad range of landscapes that are perfect for a variety of summer camps. In cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, campers can enjoy day camps that focus on sports, arts, and education, with easy access to local parks, museums, and historic sites. These urban centers provide a great mix of indoor and outdoor activities, enriching the camp experience with access to cultural landmarks and recreational spaces. Moving away from the cities, the state’s natural beauty shines through. The Pocono Mountains, known for their lush forests and tranquil lakes, provide the ideal environment for hiking, camping, and outdoor adventures. Further west, the Allegheny National Forest offers a stunning setting for nature-based camps, where campers can explore dense woodlands, observe wildlife, and participate in conservation activities. Central Pennsylvania’s rolling hills and valleys, coupled with the Susquehanna River, provide numerous opportunities for rock climbing, mountain biking, and water activities like kayaking and canoeing. In the northwest, Lake Erie’s shores offer another picturesque backdrop for outdoor exploration, from water sports to environmental education. Whether enjoying the mountains, lakes, or rivers, Pennsylvania’s landscapes create the perfect environment for campers to experience nature up close.

The state’s wide range of ecosystems, from forests and wetlands to rivers and lakes, makes it an ideal location for environmental education camps. Pennsylvania is home to diverse wildlife and natural habitats, offering ample opportunities for campers to learn about ecology, conservation, and sustainability. From studying forest ecosystems in the Poconos to engaging in water quality testing along the Susquehanna River, camps provide hands-on experiences that foster a deep appreciation for the state’s environmental resources. Campers also participate in conservation efforts, wildlife observation, and habitat restoration, connecting them to the importance of preserving the state’s natural landscapes for future generations.