Summer Camps & Programs for Kids & Teens

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Delve into more than 2,200 summer camps across North America, offering something for every kind of camper or camp counselor. You’ll find everything from traditional overnight camps to day programs, as well as specialized opportunities in sports, arts, academics, outdoor adventures, and technology. Search by state, province, or program focus to find the perfect match.

Find Camps by Program

🏕️ Traditional / Multi-Activity

Day and overnight camps offering diverse, broad-based programs and activities.

General Program

🌲 Adventure/Outdoors

Outdoor experiences: adventure expeditions, specialized training & guided activities in diverse program settings

Teen Tours/ Travel Wilderness Camps Adventure Camps Horseback Riding Farming Ranch Military Aviation

🎨 Arts

Creative instruction in visual and performing arts through group learning, collaboration, and studio work.

Music Acting Dance Fine Arts Fashion Film Camp General Arts Cooking Circus

⚽ Sports

Athletic programs emphasizing skill development, fundamentals, and sportsmanship in individual and team sports.

Sports Camps Baseball Basketball Football Golf Gymnastics Lacrosse Motorsports Sailing Ski & Snowboard Soccer Surf Camp Tennis Volleyball

📚 Academics

Educational programs fostering exploration, study, and collaborative learning in a camp setting.

General Academic Archeology Bird Camp Business Camp College Prep Computer Gaming Environmental Ed Language Sea Camp Robotics Science

🔄 Miscellaneous

Camps dedicated to other distinct activities, interests, and situations that fall outside the groupings listed above.

Adult Chess Children Etiquette Family Online Martial Arts Modeling Religious Space Camp Weight Loss

Find Camps by Location

U.S. States

Explore camps by state. Filter by city, program focus, type: residential, day, travel, adult, family, coed, boys, or girls.

Canadian Provinces

Explore camps across Canada by province, with filtering tools to refine options by city, program emphasis, and type (residential, day, travel, adult, and family camps).

Alberta British Columbia Manitoba New Brunswick Ontario Quebec Saskatchewan Washington DC

Camps Around The World

Explore camps in various countries around the world.

International Camps

Find A Camp Job

Work At Camp

Discover hundreds of rewarding positions: camp counselors, activity leaders, directors, kitchen staff, office and others.

View Camp Jobs Post Resume

Have a skill to share or a passion for mentoring? Summer camps offer exciting roles for college students, teachers, and anyone eager to inspire young people. Many positions require minimal experience - just enthusiasm, teamwork, and a desire to create an unforgettable summer!

Meaningfully engage in opportunities to teach, lead, and grow in a summer camp environment.

Find A Summer Camp for 2026

Since 1995, our directory has connected families with camps tailored to their interests. Take time to review programs that match your needs and priorities. Key program considerations:

Program Type & Location

Day camp, travel program, or overnight camp?

Location: local area or other region(s) of interest?

Duration: shorter sessions or full summer experience?

Program Focus & Fit

Which activities or skills align with one's interests?

Preferred environment: coed, boys-only, or girls-only program?

Any special accommodations or considerations needed?

Solo experience or attending with siblings?

Budget range for program fees and related expenses?

Finding Your Match

Browse programs by category, state, or province to discover matching camps. Each listing's "Learn More" section provides comprehensive details including dates, rates, facilities, and daily activities. Review photos and videos to get a feel for camp life.

Save promising options to MyCampList as you explore. When ready, use the listing's information request form to connect with directors and discuss your specific questions.

Children enjoying summer camp activities

Children enjoying summer camp activities

News & Resources

Camp Directors: Get Ready for Summer 2026 – Update Your Camp ...
03/23/2026
Camp directors, it’s time to prepare for the upcoming summer season! Parents and campers are already searching for their perfect summer camp experience, so make sure your listing on the Camp Channel is up-to-date with the latest information. Take a moment to update key details, including: ...

Explore our newly redesigned Music Camps section!
03/23/2026
Listings for music camps have now been categorized according to: genre, instrument, ensemble, and other areas of interest (music theory, sight reading, improvisation, technique, live sound, and recording). Whether you’re interested in performing classical music, jamming in a rock band, ...

Hockey Camps and Robotics Camps: What They Are and How to Find the ...
03/23/2026
Robotics camps and hockey camps are two of the more specialized program types in the summer camp landscape. CampChannel.com lists over 90 robotics camps and dozens of hockey programs nationwide across day and residential formats for a wide range of ages and skill levels.

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