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.

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!

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.

Kamp Kohut
Oxford, ME

Four weeks and a lifetime of memories...

Bridgton Sports Camp
North Bridgton, ME

In a jam packed 3 week session, campers will "major" in the sport of their choice at our state-of-the-art facility, while experiencing everything a traditional camp has to offer.

Ghostlight Theater Camp
Oakland, ME

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

Camp Androscoggin
Wayne, ME

Since 1907, campers have been sharing summers to remember on our 120 acre lakeside campus. Our program includes a full range of team sports and individual activities on the land and water as well as an extensive overnight camping program. Our caring and experienced staff help each boy enjoy a summer filled with fun and accomplishment. Whether it's a camper's first season or his last.

Chop Point Summer Camp
Woolwich, ME

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

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

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 Wekeela for Everyone
Hartford, ME

Camp Wekeela is a coed residential camp nestled on Little Bear Pond in the beautiful state of Maine. Water Skiing, Tennis, Outdoor Adventure, Land Sports, Water Sports, Creative, Performing and Culinary Arts are core components of our program, as well as Outdoor Adventure tripping.

Kingsley Pines Camp
Raymond, ME

Build independence and self-esteem with counselors who really care. Kingsley Pines - it is the way camp should be! (Ages 8-16, Coed, 2 & 3 Week Sessions)

Camp Laurel
Readfield, ME

Camp Laurel, New England's premier 7-week residential co-ed camp combines cutting-edge programming in a family atmosphere. Our exemplary staff provides a safe, fun, nurturing environment for children, ages 7-15.

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 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.

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 Skylemar
Naples, ME

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

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 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 Camps158.2%

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%
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%
Horseback Riding Camps46.9%1.7%
Drama Camps46.9%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.