Laurel South is a camp for the four-week camper. We offer excellent facilities and equipment including 2,000 feet of shoreline, top instruction, individualized guided-choice programming and a family-oriented philosophy and atmosphere where lifelong friendships are made.

We are one of the few brother-sister camps in the United States, situated 2 miles apart from one another.

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Freedom, ME

Hidden Valley Camp is an international Maine summer camp that features the finest in arts & outdoor programs for children ages 8 to 14. Distinctive offerings in visual and performing arts, outdoor adventures, horse-riding & more on 330 acres private lake and heated pool.

Camp Wigwam
Waterford, ME

Camp Wigwam, founded in 1910, is a private boys camp, located in southwestern Maine,the natural white sand beach of the 250 acre Bear Lake. Golf, waterskiing and tennis are highlighted within Wigwam's low-key, personalized, traditional approach to overnight camping.

Camp Kippewa, Kippewa Point, and Kippewa Equestrian Academy
Monmouth, ME

Join girls from all over the world who are easygoing, welcoming of new friends, intent on learning and enjoying new skills, and endlessly fun!

Camp Vega
Fayette, ME

Vega offers girls rich camp traditions and a nurturing environment with unrivaled facilities and the highest level of instruction for all ages, abilities and interests.

Camp O-AT-KA
Sebago, ME

O-AT-KA, is a traditional boys’ camp located on Sebago Lake offers superb land and water-sports, a strong arts program and a variety wilderness trips including sea-kayaking/canoeing, and hiking. Traditional values, are reinforced by a superb staff, through group living and daily camp gatherings...all helping to build a solid foundation for life which stresses values, skills, friendships, and fun.

Chop Point Summer Camp
Woolwich, ME

Giving campers the best summer of their lives for over 40 years...

Camp Walden in Maine
Denmark, ME

Walden, founded in 1916, is a traditional girl's summer camp, ideally situated on Walden Pond in Denmark Maine.

Camp Skylemar
Naples, ME

Located in the beautiful state of Maine, Camp Skylemar is a sports-oriented camp for 200 boys, ages 7-15.

Camp Med-O-Lark
Washington, ME

Med-O-Lark Camp is a coed summer program with 300 campers from across the world. Our program focuses on many genres of dance, theater arts, over 15 crafts courses, culinary arts, varied levels of tennis, circus arts, fine arts, waterskiing, and equestrian arts.

Camp Micah
Bridgton, ME

An overnight camp with great facilities located in Maine is committed to providing a safe, stimulating, challenging environment that promotes the building of self esteem, social relationships and skill development.

New England Frontier Camp
Lovell, ME

New England Frontier Camp provides unparalleled action and excitement through programs designed for young men. We are located on Kezar Lake and occupy 300 acres of wooded countryside just south of the White Mountain National Forest.

Christian Youth Conference
Ocean Park, ME

(CYC) is a non-denominational Christian youth experience. Catering exclusively to high-school aged youth. For over 90 years we've been providing an environment within which teenagers can renew or begin their walk with Christ.

Camp Timanous
Raymond, ME

Traditional Boys Summer Camp located on Panther Pond in Raymond, ME.

Camp Tekakwitha
Leeds, ME

French-speaking camp situated in Maine, U.S.A. Recognized for its emphasis on human relationship, it offers a wide variety of activities and a special program for teenagers (mountain trekking).

Camp Takajo
Naples, ME

We offer a diverse boys summer camp program in southern Maine.

Camp Arcadia
Casco, ME

Arcadia builds self-confidence, friendships that last a lifetime, and the self-assurance to help girls understand who they are and how they fit into the world.

Camp Wildwood
Bridgton, ME

At Camp Wildwood, we offer a wide variety of activities to our campers. Individual Sports give each camper the opportunity to enhance his personal skills while team sports allow the campers to learn sportsmanship and how to work together. We make great use of the lake with our water activities which include sailing and water skiing. To round out the camping experience, we also provide non-athletic activities.

Camp Pondicherry, Camp Natarswi
So. Portland, ME

The Girl Scouts of Maine offers two resident camps in Southern, and Northern Maine. Camps are open to Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts.




Maine Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

ME Directory Overview

Maine camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Maine % of Dir.
Total Listings602.6%
Day Camps110.8%
Resident Camps534.4%
Family Camps61.6%
Travel Camps20.8%
Coed Camps331.7%
All-Girls Camps165.1%
All-Boys Camps158.2%

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 - $1,0006 - 15100%
Resident$251 - $2,0007 - 1646%

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

Top specialty categories for Maine within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program4880.0%4.3%
Family Camps610.0%1.6%
Hockey Camps610.0%31.6%
Wilderness Camps46.7%2.9%
Drama Camps46.7%2.1%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Maine

The state enjoys a mild summer climate, making it perfect for outdoor adventures. Daytime temperatures are ideal for hiking, swimming, and other activities, while the cooler evenings create a comfortable environment for campfires and group bonding. This pleasant climate makes Maine an ideal place for a variety of camps, from adventure programs and nature exploration to creative arts and sports.

The geography of Maine provides a rich diversity of environments for campers to explore. In cities such as Portland, campers can participate in day camps offering arts, sports, and educational activities, with easy access to museums, parks, and coastal areas. Venture into the more rural regions, and the landscape transforms, offering rugged coastlines, dense forests, and beautiful lakes that are perfect for nature camps. From the towering peaks of the Appalachian Mountains to the serene waters of Moosehead Lake, the state offers endless opportunities for hiking, canoeing, and environmental education.

With its mix of coastal, forest, and freshwater ecosystems, the state is an ideal location for environmental education. The rich biodiversity found along Maine’s coastline, in its lakes, and throughout its vast forests provides campers with ample opportunities to engage in hands-on learning about local wildlife and ecosystems. Nature-based camps allow participants to explore everything from tidal zones and wetlands to dense woodlands, while teaching the importance of conservation and sustainability. Campers have the chance to participate in activities like wildlife observation, water quality testing, and habitat restoration, gaining a deeper understanding of the natural world.