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.

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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.

YMCA Camp Mataucha
Watertown, CT

YMCA Camp Mataucha provides quality traditional day camping that focuses on relationships, belonging and achievement. All programs are designed to teach the positive YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Yale Young Global Scholars
New Haven, CT

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) is a summer academic enrichment and leadership program that brings together students from over 150 countries and all 50 U.S. states for two-week sessions at Yale. Students attend Yale faculty lectures, join seminars taught by undergraduate and graduate college students, and conduct capstone projects—all while learning with likeminded peers from around the world.

Camp Wightman
Griswold, CT

Building faith and friendships to last a lifetime!

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.

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.

Contact Football Camp (Suffield Academy)
Suffield , CT

Instructional football camp featuring full contact drills and scrimmages. Rated #1 football camp by Sports Ilustrated for Kids.

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!

Science Adventures
Multiple Locations across the US, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA, WI

Campers in grades 1-6 can explore science in a fun, interactive way. Our quality hands-on experiments, innovative curriculum and professional instructors bring your child’s understanding of science to the next level.

Fashion Lab Summer Camp
Norwalk, CT

When we start Monday, our campers design and make their own designs, Friday-we wear our creations. Beginners are welcome.. Our instructors are from the best colleges from NYC

Incrediflix
Orange County, CA
Other

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

Sylvan Learning STEM Camp
Brookfield, CT

Join us for a week-long STEM camp! The kids will collaborate on fun activities that sharpen their STEM skills, all while having a blast with new friends.

Camp Laurelwood
Madison, CT

Camp Laurelwood is a Jewish coed residential and day camp, located in beautiful North Madison, CT, on 140 wooded acres. Where summers are fun, and friendships last forever! Please contact us for details regarding dates and rates for 2023.

Incarnation Camp
Ivoryton, CT

Incarnation Camp was founded in 1886 and are located in Ivoryton, CT on 740 acres, surrounding a mile-long private lake. Accredited by the American Camping Association. We are an easy 2 hr train ride from New York City, and take pride in showing city kids a world of fun in the outdoors.

Summer@Taft
Watertown, CT

5-Week & 2-Week Academic Enrichment Programs on 220 acres in beautiful Litchfield County, Connecticut. Grades 7–12, Boarding & Day, Co-ed

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!

SJ Riding Camp
Ellington, CT

SJ is the best camp for the girl who loves horses! Improve your riding skills or learn to ride! Learn more about horses, take on the responsibilities of horse care, and have fun!

Laurel Girl Scout Camp
Lebanon, CT

We celebrate girls and their achievenments. We help girls develop into young women with strong values, self confidence, and life skills, while having fun in a supportive environment solely dedicated to girls!





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.