New Haven, CT

The summer camp that trusts kids. Campers choose from multiple activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, building, recreation & more! Est. 1980. Lunch, snacks & all hours (8am–6pm) included. Ages 4–12.

Photo 1: Steve-Kates-Camp Photo 2: Steve-Kates-Camp
Colebrook, CT

Camp Jewell YMCA is filled with moments of fun, friendship, self-confidence and memories that will last your child a lifetime! We provide a diverse environment for ages 7-15 paired with a full range of activities to bring out the best in your child.

Kevin Ollie Basketball Camp
Storrs, CT

Play the game you love in storied Gampel Pavilion - home of the 1999, 2004 and 2011 National Champions - while sharpening your skills with some of the finest college basketball coaches in America.

Windham Tolland 4-H Camp
Pomfret Center, CT

Since 1954. Cooperative activities promote each camper’s social-emotional development via a caring, camper-centered staff. Affiliated with UConn Extension, fully ACA accredited and State of CT. licensed. 270 acres of nature. Cabins.

Camp Playland of Redding
Redding, CT

A traditional day camp dedicated to providing campers a safe, healthy, fun-filled and instructional summer. We offer a skill development program that enables each child to grow and learn at his or her own level while having fun!

Indian Rock Summer Camp
Bristol, CT

Indian Rock Summer Day Camp, a part of Environmental Learning Centers of CT, Inc. We provide outdoor experiences to our campers that foster discovery, exploration and adventure, enabling children to gain new-found respect for themselves, others and the natural world.

Kids Boxing Summer Camp
Stamford, CT

Kids Boxing Summer Camp. Great exercise and confidence builder in a safe environment!

Laurel Music Camp
New Hartford, CT

A week long music camp offering orchestra, choir, jazz and concert band finishing with a group concert.

Camp Hazen YMCA
Chester, CT

We Build Strong Kids. Campers have fun, make great friends and feel like Hazen is where they belong.

Filmmakers Ink
Darien, Westport, Stamford, Greenwich, Ridgefield, Fairfield, and Farmington, CT

Filmmakers Ink: Award-Winning Filmmakers teach affordable summer day camps in Filmmaking, Acting, and Special FX for ages 8 to 16 in CT. Create a movie, from script-to-screen! Join us for film camp this summer in CT. Make friends. Make movies. Make an impact!

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.

Summer at Westover School
Middlebury, CT

Looking for an enriching summer experience? Westover School’s Summer 2025 Camps offer a unique opportunity for students to explore their passions, build skills, and foster personal growth. Choose from programs like the Squash, Basketball, Dance and Arts, Leadership, and Language Immersion Camp.

Joe Namath Football Camp
Danbury, CT

Youth Football Camp for Boys Ages 8-18

School of Rock Fairfield
Fairfield, CT

TURN UP THE VOLUME THIS SUMMER! The School of Rock / Fairfield is offering 4 one-week camps, which are ideal for musicians from ages 9-18 who want an amazing rock n' roll learning experience.

Greenwood Trails
Winsted, CT

Greenwood Trails is a co-ed sleepaway camp for children ages 8-16 in the Berkshires of Northwest Connecticut. 2,4,6 week sessions available. Specializing in first time campers.

Porter's Summer Programs
Farmington, CT

Porter’s Summer Programs provide opportunities for girls in grades 7-10 to learn and hone the skills to become a socially engaged, confident leader. Programs include Sarah Porter Leadership Institute, Model U.N., and Sports Academies in Rowing, Soccer, Squash, and Swimming.

YMCA Camp Ingersoll
Portland, CT

Our 77-acre outdoor center is located on beautiful Jobs Pond in Portland, CT. With a great combination of open field space, modern facilities and tranquil woodlands, we are the ideal place for children to grow in spirit, mind and body.

Schooner Camp
New Haven, CT

Schooner camp is a signature youth summer camp program of Gather New Haven. Our summer camp aims to bring kids to the Long Island Sound coastline to explore, learn, grow, get their feet wet and above all else – have fun! Campers have the opportunity to explore our land trust properties in unique ways- taking a deep dive into coastal ecology, adventure and exploration!

YMCA Camp Mohawk
Litchfield, CT

Traditional Girls Camp in Litchfield Hills of Connecticut offering wide variety of activities for all interests

Summer Day Camp, Audubon Center at Bent of the River
Southbury, CT

The Summer Day Camp at the Audubon Center at Bent of the River encourages campers to discover the wonders of the natural world





General Notes About Camps in the State of Connecticut

Connecticut experiences a temperate climate with warm, humid summers, ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and camping. The state enjoys a variety of weather, from cool coastal breezes to warmer inland temperatures, which makes it perfect for both beachside camps and wilderness experiences. Summer temperatures range from mild to warm, with occasional rain showers, which provides the perfect conditions for kids to enjoy the outdoors while engaging in fun activities without being overwhelmed by extreme heat.

Connecticut’s landscape is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and a beautiful coastline along Long Island Sound. The Litchfield Hills in the northwest offer a perfect setting for hiking, camping, and nature exploration, while the Connecticut River Valley is great for water sports camps, such as kayaking and canoeing. The state’s coastal regions are home to sailing and beach camps, offering kids a chance to enjoy the waterfront. In urban areas like Hartford and New Haven, there are specialized camps focusing on sports, the arts, and academics, giving campers a well-rounded experience in both nature and city settings.

Connecticut’s ecosystems range from coastal marshlands to dense woodlands and freshwater lakes, providing ample opportunities for environmental education. Many camps in Connecticut focus on ecology and conservation, where kids can explore the state’s diverse habitats. From the Evergreen Forests of the Litchfield Hills to the salt marshes along the coast, campers can learn about the plants and animals that thrive in these environments. Wildlife observation, water quality testing, and conservation projects give children valuable hands-on experience in preserving nature while enjoying Connecticut’s beautiful landscapes.