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.

Laurel Music Camp
New Hartford, CT

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

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!

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

Chinqueka
Bantam, CT

Chinqueka for girls is a private residential camp located in the rolling hills of Litchfield County, Connecticut. We are family owned and operated and ACA accredited. Our program includes 30 different activities to choose from each day!

Bent of the River Audubon Summer Day Camp
Southbury, CT

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

Audubon Sharon-Summer Nature Programs
Sharon, CT

Audubon Sharon Summer Nature Programs are an opportunity for kids to journey through nature. Each themed week is packed with exciting experiences that are educational and just pure fun.

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.

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.

Greenwood Trails
Winsted, CT

Greenwood Trails is a co-ed sleepaway camp for children ages 8-16 in the Berkshires of Northwest Connecticut. 2,5,7 week sessions available. Specializing in first time campers.

Shoreline Golf Camp
East Lyme, CT

Our Camp welcomes beginners as well as experienced golfers. At our practice facility and golf course we teach golf fundamentals, golf rules and etiquette. Children can bring their own equipment or rent clubs at the camp.

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.

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.

National Computer Camp
Fairfield CT, Atlanta, CT, GA

America's original computer camp since 1977 with locations at Fairfield Univ, CT & Oglethorpe Univ, Atlanta. Visit us and check out our mission statement, our curriculum, daily schedule, slide show, course descriptions and what parents say about NCC. Scholarships are availabe.

Joe Namath Football Camp
Danbury, CT

Youth Football Camp for Boys Ages 8-18

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!

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.

Camp MoCA
Westport, CT

The ultimate summer day camp for ages 3-13, that will run from June 7 - August 27, 2021. Camp MoCA will feature projects and activities such as: Recycled/Upcycling Art, Nature in Art, Engineering and Art, Chemistry and Art, Movement and Art, and more.

Awesome Adventures
Danbury, CT

Cool outdoor adventure summer day camps for kids ages 8 to 15. You’ll be introduced to a rewarding and challenging week filled with outdoor activities, including hiking, rock climbing, rappelling caving, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, and paddle boarding.

YMCA Camp Oakasha
Southbury, CT

Part of the Waterbury YMCA, YMCA Camp Oakasha provides quality day camping experiences that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. All programs are designed to teach the positive values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Campers have the opportunity to make new friends, have new adventures, and come away with a summer full of Oakasha memories!




Connecticut Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

CT Directory Overview

Connecticut camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Connecticut % of Dir.
Total Listings482.1%
Day Camps372.5%
Resident Camps252.1%
Family Camps61.6%
Travel Camps41.5%
Coed Camps381.9%
All-Girls Camps61.9%
All-Boys Camps42.2%

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%
Day$150 - $5515 - 17100%
Resident$251 - $2,0009 - 1650%

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

Top specialty categories for Connecticut within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program2552.1%2.2%
Art Camps816.7%3.2%
Family Camps612.5%1.6%
Academic Camps612.5%2.2%
Music Camps510.4%2.5%


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.