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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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 Waziyatah
Waterford, ME

Camp Waziyatah is the Highest Rated Camp in Maine, celebrating 100 years in 2021, and was selected by the Disney Channel as the perfect Maine camp for its hit TV show "Bug Juice." Wazi is a coed overnight summer camp with "traditional" camp activities like water skiing, sailing, hiking, horseback riding, theater, arts, sports, a climbing wall and skateboard park, Wazi has every activity kids could hope for!

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.

Hidden Valley Equestrian Center, Inc. Camp
Cornville, ME

Co-ed day camps and girls only resident riding camp. Designed for kids that just want to ride. Western riders get to experience working cattle from horseback. Swimming is also offered in our large (lifeguarded) inground pool.

Camp CaPella
Dedham, ME
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.

Camp Takajo
Naples, ME

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

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 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.

Chop Point Summer Camp
Woolwich, ME

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

Ghostlight Theater Camp
Oakland, ME

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

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 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 North Star Maine
Poland Spring, ME

Camp North Star is a premier New England summer camp program Accredited by ACA.

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.

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.




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%
Drama Camps46.7%2.1%
Acting Camps46.7%1.8%


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.