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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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.

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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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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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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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

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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Bigtime Sports Academy
Tannersville, PA

Before we started the Bigtime Sports Academy (BSA), we were looking for an affordable youth program that caters to student-athletes and youth adventures-and we couldn't find one. You see, we understand that athletes also like to play with friends, travel, and have fun.

Camp Laughing Waters
Montgomery/Berks County, PA

Girl Scout Summer Camp. We offer a variety of specailized programs each week of the summer. June 21nd - August 7th, most programs are one week session, Sunday - Friday.

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.

Camp Oneka
Tafton, PA

Camp Oneka: private residential camp located on Fairview Lake in the Pocono region of Pennsylvania. Major strengths are small size and outstanding waterfront area and program.

Camp Towanda
Honesdale, PA

Well-rounded, down-to-earth, high quality, traditional summer camp

Taylor Made Farm
Holicong , PA

Taylor Made Farm will provide your child with fun filled experience in the world of horses and horsemanship. Beginners through advanced, ages 5-16. Our camp runs in 2 week sessions, Monday thru Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

SoccerPlus Camps
Multiple Sites in Multiple States, CA

SoccerPlus Camps conducts soccer camps across the country and is presented by Tony DiCicco, Head Coach of the 1996 Olympic Gold-Medal Winning, 1999 World Cup Champion USA Women's National Soccer Teams, and 2008 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Champion USA U20 National Soccer Team.

Pocono Environmental Education Center Nature Adventure Camp
Dingmans Ferry, PA

PEEC taps into children's natural curiosity and focuses it on the natural world. During weeklong camp sessions, children will learn by exploring and discovering the wonders of nature through themes that enhance their awareness.

The School of ROCK Doylestown
Doylestown, PA

Our Summer Boot Camps are ideal programs for musicians ages 8-18. Students spend 2 weeks learning and working in a hands-on atmosphere honing their playing and performance expertise as well as learning music industry-related skills.

2024 - (2-Day) Camp Featuring Willie Parker Of The Pittsburgh Steelers (Cheswick, PA)
Cheswick, PA

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 39th successful year of football instruction. If you are an experienced football player or just starting football, our football programs are an experience you will never forget!




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 Listings1446.3%
Day Camps896.1%
Resident Camps897.4%
Family Camps225.9%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps1276.5%
All-Girls Camps196.1%
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 - 1592%
ResidentUnder $100 - $2,0007 - 1680%

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 Program8961.8%7.9%
Family Camps2215.3%5.9%
Sport Camps2013.9%9.1%
Drama Camps1711.8%8.9%
Adventure Camps1611.1%5.5%


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.