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.

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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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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Incrediflix
Orange County, CA
Other

We bring creativity and imagination to life through stop motion and live action movie making.

LakeView Day Camp
East Brunswick, NJ

Lakeview Day Camp sits on 20 beautiful acres along the shores of Farrington Lake. For more than 80 summers, Lakeview has been serving campers and creating life changing summer experiences. Campers from age 3-14 have facilities and programs catered to their age group.

Stockton CSI
Pomona, NJ

Stockton CSI is a residential summer camp for high school students who want hands-on experience with a criminal investigation, forensic science, and a trial.

Summer Acting Program
Bayonne, NJ

Students will rehearse and perform in a theatrical performance.

Camp COLEY
Stanhope, NJ

Camp COLEY is a coed resident camp, that gives children the opportunity to spend time outdoors, while learning new things, and making new friends that will last a lifetime!

Watchung Arts Center ~ Virtual Summer Art Camp
Watchung, NJ

Join us for a new and exciting Virtual Summer Art Camp, now in its 28th year inspiring young artists, at the Watchung Arts Center.

The Musical Theatre Performance Project
Bayonne, NJ

Students will take class and rehearse with a comprehensive array of industry professionals, learn every aspect of the theatre, and showcase what they have learned in a performance

Steve Pikiell Basketball Camp
Piscataway Township, NJ

Led by Rutgers Head Basketball Coach Steve Pikiell, the emphasis is developing the basic fundamentals - shooting, dribbling, passing and defense. We teach players using the methods he has used in 25 years of coaching experience.

Spring Lake Day Camp
Ringwood, NJ

Since 1989 Spring Lake Day Camp has provided summers filled with fun and friendships. Our wonderful mix of sports, arts, swim,& special events,along with a great staff, makes Spring Lake Day camp the place to be.

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!

All Star Baseball Camp
Mahwah, NJ

The All Star Baseball Camp is the number 1 Baseball Camp in America with 19 years experience and over 18,000 campers graduated. The camp is held every summer at the Ramapo College of New Jersey in Mahwah, New Jersey.

YMCA Camp Mason
Hardwick, NJ

A unique blend of traditional and adventure summer camp, YMCA Camp Mason has been creating memorable experiences for campers and families since 1900. Scenic mountain woodlands, rustic but modern facilities, and a wide variety of activities.

Eagle's Landing Day Camp
North Brunswick, NJ

For summers that last a lifetime...

Summer Explorations
Englewood, NJ

Summer Explorations challenges children Intellectually, Artistically & Physically. It offers a supportive environment with Choices that are varied and stimulating. Summer Explorations offers a unique blend of Camp & School.

Anne Donovan Basketball Camp
South Orange, NJ

Individual elite camp will allow you to get personal 1 on 1 attention from Hall of Famer and Seton Hall Head Coach Anne Donovan. This camp will expose you to what it takes to be successful at the next level. This camp is recommended for players with serious basketball goals and aspirations.




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%3.7%
Travel Camps1214.6%5.1%
Sport Camps1113.4%5.0%
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.