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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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.

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 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.

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.

Maine Central Institute STEM Camp
Pittsfield, ME

In an ever-changing, increasingly complex world, it's more important than ever that students are prepared to bring knowledge and skills to solve problems with-in the STEM Field.

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 Manitou
Oakland, ME
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.

Chop Point Summer Camp
Woolwich, ME

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

Mad Science of Maine
Portland, ME

Gallons of glowing liquids; strange objects flying through the air; messages written in secret code; robots that dance upon command. Is this a fictional account of a visit to another planet? No . . it's a Mad Science summer camp!

Slovenski Camps
Raymond, ME

Avoid Nature Deficit Disorder

Camp Timanous
Raymond, ME

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

Kamp Kohut
Oxford, ME

Four weeks and a lifetime of memories...

Camp Takajo
Naples, ME

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

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.

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 Crescent Cove
Raymond, ME

Camp Crescent Cove is a traditional co-ed sleepaway camp in Raymond, Maine, offering 2-week and 3½-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7–16.




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.