For more than 50 years, summers at Appel Farm have sparked the imaginations of thousands of young people as they interacted with artists from around the world in beautiful rural southern New Jersey. Safety, Community, Personal Growth, and Fun guide our program that ignites creativity, kindness, and confidence!

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Situated on nearly 800 acres of pristine land in Southern New Jersey, our camp experience offers wonderful opportunities for children, allowing them to build the character and confidence they will need to go out into the world as adults.

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For over 80 years Camp Michikamau has offered a high quality traditional overnight camp for youth and teens.

Rising Treetops at Oakhurst provides summer sleep away and day camp, and year-round respite care for children and adults with special needs, including autism and physical and intellectual disabilities.

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Situated on nearly 800 acres of pristine land in Southern New Jersey, our camp experience offers wonderful opportunities for children, allowing them to build the character and confidence they will need to go out into the world as adults.

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Tall Pines Day Camp & Picnics
Williamstown, NJ

Transportation provided from Philadelphia, the Jersey Shore, and all of South Jersey. Coed, ages 3-14. Half day program for 3 and 4 year olds. Call for open house dates! Hurry, we fill quickly.

Camp Vacamas
West Milford, NJ

Camp Vacamas is a non-profit sleepaway camp offering exciting traditional programs for 7-13 year old campers and specialty programs for 14-16 year olds in our Teen Camp. This allows boys and girls to make friends and reach their true potential. Our mission is to provide youth development and growth through safe, fun and affordable positive summer experiences. Financial assistance and Scholarships available.Fees are based on a sliding scale.

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Program - Short Hills Campus
Short Hills, NJ

Highly-interactive enrichment in technology, science, humanities, arts and business for kids age 5 to 16. Intellectually-stimulating classes to fuel young people's interest and creativity.

Summer Sea Camp at Adventure Aquarium
Camden, NJ

Registration is now open for the Center's sensational Summer Sea Camp!! Dive into marine biology while exploring Adventure Aquarium.

Hi-Hills Day Camp
Gladstone, NJ

Nestled in the hills of Somerset and Morris counties is Hi-Hills, a New Jersey Day Camp where children ages 3-15 come each summer to build lifelong friendships, learn new skills and have fun in an encouraging and supportive environment.

Fernbrook Farms Summer Camps
Chesterfield, NJ

NJ’s premier nature camp engages campers by exploring the complex interconnectedness of our natural world on our 230-acre farm. Hands-on activities inspire campers to pursue their natural curiosities in our creek, meadow, forest, and more!

The $99 A Week Summer Camp
Stratford, NJ

We offer the most affordable Summer Camp in South Jersey. Since 2008, we have provided a safe, fun and educational camp for kids ages 4-15.

Camp Riverbend
Warren, NJ

Camp Riverbend—where tradition meets tomorrow! Fun, camp spirit and achievement through sports, crafts, swimming, nature and more!

Erik Bernstein's "Throw Far Go Far" Javelin Throw - Coaching, Training, Camps & Clinics
Middletown and Wayne, NJ

Erik Bernstein's "Throw Far - Go Far" Javelin Throw - Coaching, Training, Camps & Clinics > Effective Private - Individual & Small Group Coaching... Throughout New Jersey!... A Whole Lot More than "Just Throwing the Jav!"...

Camp Louemma
Sussex, NJ

Camp Louemma is a premiere "boutique" type camp that has fostered lifelong friendships and memories for our campers since 1941. As a small to mid-sized camp we can ensure that each camper's needs are catered to and that no camper gets "lost in the suffle".

Camp Blue Star
Mays Landing, NJ

Our goal is to provide a stimulating, creative, and educational day camp program for children in a safe and controlled setting. We want every child to be challenged, both physically and mentally, and to excel to their greatest potential.

Kickzsoccer World Cup Soccer Camps
Randolph, NJ

World Cup Soccer Camp - Learn skills from around the world this Summer!

Camp Auxilium
Newton, NJ

Camp Auxilium is a year-round facility. It operates as The Auxilium School during the school year and is a co-ed Summer Day Camp.

Olympika Gymnastics Camp
Mountainside, NJ

The camp emphasizes the development of new gymnastics and tumbling skills in a safe environment along with variety of other fun activities.

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Program - Chatham Campus
Chatham, NJ

Highly-interactive enrichment in technology, science, humanities, arts and business for kids age 5 to 13. Intellectually-stimulating classes to fuel young people's interest and creativity.




New Jersey Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

NJ Directory Overview

New Jersey camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic New Jersey % of Dir.
Total Listings823.6%
Day Camps694.7%
Resident Camps221.8%
Family Camps82.1%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps763.9%
All-Girls Camps61.9%
All-Boys Camps63.3%

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%
DayUnder $100 - $7515 - 1594%
Resident$351 - $1,7518 - 17100%

Ages = median values. Prices = director-reported brackets.

Top specialty categories for New Jersey within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program4150.0%3.6%
Travel Camps1214.6%5.0%
Sport Camps1113.4%4.9%
Academic Camps1113.4%4.1%
Acting Camps1113.4%5.0%


General Notes About Camps in the State of New Jersey

New Jersey’s summer climate is perfect for a wide range of camp activities, with warm, sunny days ideal for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The cool evenings provide a relaxing atmosphere for campfires, group activities, and outdoor games. This balance of warm, active days and mild evenings makes it an excellent place for outdoor adventure camps, nature exploration, and creative programs, ensuring campers enjoy both active exploration and downtime in comfort.

From the urban landscapes of Newark and Trenton to the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore, New Jersey offers diverse environments for summer camps. In the cities, campers can enjoy day camps that focus on sports, arts, and education, with easy access to cultural sites, parks, and historical landmarks. Further south, the state’s natural beauty comes into play, with the Pinelands and Jersey Shore providing perfect environments for nature camps, hiking, water sports, and environmental education programs. Whether in bustling cities or quiet coastal areas, New Jersey offers something for every type of camper.

New Jersey’s diverse ecosystems, including coastal marshes, forests, and wetlands, offer abundant opportunities for environmental education. With habitats ranging from the pine forests of the Pine Barrens to the salt marshes of the shore, campers can explore wildlife, engage in conservation efforts, and learn about the state’s unique ecosystems. Nature-based camps allow participants to engage in activities like birdwatching, habitat restoration, and water quality testing, helping campers develop an understanding of conservation and environmental stewardship.