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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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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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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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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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.

Vacation Music Academy
Mount Holly, NJ

Vacation Music Academy is a non profit and community based summer music and performing arts camp for children Pre K to 6th grades offering classes in musical theater, art, dance, and music.

Rock Camp • Hudson Music Studios
Lebanon, NJ

Learn to perform, compose, and improvise in a variety of rock styles, while meeting new friends in a fun and inspiring environment. RC is lead by master teachers/performers from NYC and NJ, who also teach at area colleges/universities.

Camp Riverbend
Warren, NJ

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

Peticote Farm Day Camp
Southampton, NJ

There are four sessions:July 12-July 16, July 19- July 23, July 26 -July 30, August 9 - August 13

Camp Dark Waters
Medford, NJ

We believe that the days of a children’s summer vacation should be a time for them to play, to venture forth in learning new skills, and to grow.

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.

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".

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.

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Program - Caldwell Campus
Caldwell, 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.

Branchburg Sports Complex Kidventure
Branchburg, NJ

Camp offerings will range from sports camps, to multi-activity day camps, and specialty camps will be offered too! Take a break from the heat and sign up at BSC!

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.

Lindley G. Cook 4-H Camp
Branchville, NJ

Come for the best week of your summer! LG is located in the NW corner of NJ. We focus on friends, fun, being safe and letting you make your own choices at camp.

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
Medford, NJ

Nature-Oriented Day Camp for Children Ages 3-14.

FUNdamentals Sports Camp
Short Hills, NJ

Fundamentals Sports Camp provides quality sports and character education to young boys and girls.




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%
Acting Camps1113.4%5.0%
Sport Camps1113.4%5.0%
Academic Camps1113.4%4.1%


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.