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.

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.

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

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Medomak Family Camp & Retreat Center
Washington, ME

Medomak Family Camp & Retreat Center offers a traditional Summer Camp experince for the whole family and specialized Retreats for Adults!

Tripp Lake Camp
Poland, ME

Tripp Lake Camp is located in Poland, Maine. Founded in 1911, Tripp Lake is considered one of the finest girls' camps in the country. Our 7 week residential summer camp for girls ages 7 to 16 offers a broad array of team and individual sports, performing and visual arts, and outdoor living in a fun and stimulating environment.

L.L. Bean Kids' Camp
Freeport, ME

Outdoor discovery, adventure, active fun and skills instruction will fill your child's day at the L.L. Bean Kids' Camp. Our expert instructors and Registered Maine Guides teach the skills and share their passion for the outdoors.

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.

Camp Manitou
Oakland, ME
Maine Media College Summer Academy
Rockport, ME

Each summer talented high school students arrive in Rockport from across the country and around the world to work with professional faculty in the fields of photography, filmmaking, and book arts

Maine Red Claws Jr. Red Claws Basketball Camp
Portland, ME

Basketball camp with instruction provided by Red Claws staff & guests

Camp Wawenock
Raymond, ME

Wawenock is a welcoming camp family that celebrates each girl’s unique skills and personality. A Wawenock experience grounds girls with stable roots and empowers her with the confidence to fly at camp and beyond!

Camp Runoia
Belgrade, ME

A down-to-earth girls', overnight camp offering a wide ranging, general program in a family type environment.

Maine Golf & Tennis Academy
Belgrade, ME

Our 4 week program provides a customized curriculum for each camper based on their individual level of skill and aptitude for the game. We only hire the top golf school PGA Instructors and USPTA Tennis instructors giving our campers the latest and most sophisticated training available.

Camp CaPella
Dedham, ME
Camp Crescent Cove
Raymond, ME

Camp Crescent Cove is an overnight 3.5 week session camp for boys and girls in Raymond, Maine. Join us at The Cove for a spirited, energized and unbelievable summer where lifetime friendships and memories will be made.

West End House Boys Camp
Parsonsfield, ME

Come be one of the boys on Long Pond.

Camp Mataponi
Naples, ME

Mataponi offers the full range of camp activity, highlighting the waterfront, adventure ropes course, athletic programs, tennis, arts & crafts and horseback riding. We offer a child a chance to grow in a non-pressure atmostphere.

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.

Camp Chewonki
Wiscasset, ME

Located on a 400 acre coastal peninsula in Maine, Chewonki offers a Boys and Nonbinary camp program or a Girls and Nonbinary camp program for 8-14 year olds, and a variety of coed wilderness expeditions for teens.

Camp Matoaka
Smithfield, ME

Each summer 275 girls join together and experience the Matoaka blend of fun, spirit and friendship. Campers return home with confidence gained from skills in activities from the arts, athletics, theatre, water sports and adventure.




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%
Basketball Camps46.7%3.9%
Wilderness Camps46.7%2.9%


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.