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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Hidden Valley Camp
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.

Wavus Camp for Girls
Jefferson, ME

Located on Damariscotta Lake, every girl will participate in age-appropriate wilderness trip gaining confidence and developing collaborative leadership skills while exploring the Maine wilderness. Also includes 10 day introductory sessions.

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.

Fernwood Cove
Harrison, ME

Our 1/2 season traditional program leads girls to new challenges,enhanced self confidence, skill development, and lasting friendships in beautiful surroundings. Our commitment: Excellence in facilities, equipment, program, staff and safety.

Chop Point Summer Camp
Woolwich, ME

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

Modin
Belgrade, ME

Established in 1922, Modin is the oldest Jewish camp in New England, providing children a premiere camping experience with top-notch facilities and a nurturing staff. Our community-oriented environment provides 375 children from around the world the means to learn, grow and develop lifelong friendships, all in a Jewish cultural setting.

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 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 Kingswood
Bridgton, ME

Camp Kingswood is a premier Jewish overnight camp located on 100 acres of waterfront shoreline on Woods Pond in Bridgton Maine! We focus on personal growth and commit to awe-inspiring excitement and fun. Our core values of courage, community, responsibility and spirit are a part of everything we do.

Birch Rock Camp for Boys
Waterford, ME

Set apart by its size-only 80 boys & its focus on non-competitive achievement. Birch Rock is distinguished by the many campers & counselors who return year after year. The camp models a life of simplicity, civility, and mutual support.

Camp Timanous
Raymond, ME

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

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.

Champions Hockey Academy
Gorham, ME

Champions Hockey Academy offers all young and adult players an opportunity to enhance their game with proper fundamental training, strength and conditioning exercises in a fun, energetic atmosphere.

West End House Boys Camp
Parsonsfield, ME

Come be one of the boys on Long Pond.

Camp CaPella
Dedham, ME
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 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).

Ghostlight Theater Camp
Oakland, ME

Experience Maine, theater training and performance, and a lifelong community of friends and fellow artists.




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 Listings582.6%
Day Camps100.7%
Resident Camps524.4%
Family Camps61.6%
Travel Camps20.8%
Coed Camps311.6%
All-Girls Camps165.3%
All-Boys Camps158.3%

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%
Resident$251 - $2,0007 - 1645%

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 Program4882.8%4.4%
Family Camps610.3%1.6%
Hockey Camps58.6%27.8%
Drama Camps46.9%2.2%
Acting Camps46.9%1.9%


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.