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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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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Model United Nations Institute
District of Columbia, DC
Other

Step into the MUN Institute! Debate global issues, boost public speaking, gain confidence, and make friends. Enjoy dynamic simulations, fun games, and expert mentorship. Excel in MUN and beyond! Save $100 with code CAMPCHANNEL.

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!

Mohican Outdoor Center
Blairstown, NJ

Set in the beautiful 70,000 acre Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, we offer diverse outdoor workshops, weekend activites, and our annual Family Camp in a relaxed, rustic setting.

Storming Robots
Branchburg, NJ

Workshops for talented youth. Offer true Robotics Experience and computer programming with computational thinking since 2005. Hands-on application-based Projects. Professionally trained Instructors who work with robotics and computer programming year round, not just summer time.

Pre K Kickers Soccer Camps in North Jersey!
Madison, NJ

Our super-FUN week-long summer camps are half day or full day, and will keep your child's soccer skills fresh in the off-season!

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps
Newton, NJ

Fairview Lake YMCA is a traditional and adventure based sleepaway camp located on 660 acres of pristine forests and fields around a 110 acre lake. Since 1915, we have provided quality summer camping for thousands of children.

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!

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.

RealScience!, Express Yourself! & Summer Explorers Summer Camps-- Little Ivy Academy
Ridgewood, NJ

This Summer, Your Child Can Experience a Camp Like No Other when they join us for summer days filled with real hands-on discovery and real camp fun!

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.

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.

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.

Liberty Hall Museum's History Day Camp
Union, NJ

Children become time travelers as they experience the 225 year history of Liberty Hall during their weeklong visit. The children will become junior tour guides as they experience historical crafts, activities and games.

Camp Hawk Pointe at Hawk Pointe Golf Club
Washington, NJ

This is a fun filled camp that provides tennis and golf lessons along with a variety of other activities that is sure to provide memories that will last a lifetime

Sports International Football Camp with Members of the NY Jets & Giants (July 10-13, 2027)
Madison, NJ

Founded in 1983, we have the best teaching football programs in the nation having graduated over 107,000 athletes, many currently playing at the college level. This will be our 44th successful year of football instruction.




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 Listings793.6%
Day Camps664.6%
Resident Camps221.9%
Family Camps82.2%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps733.8%
All-Girls Camps62.0%
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 Program4050.6%3.6%
Travel Camps1215.2%5.1%
Acting Camps1113.9%5.1%
Academic Camps1113.9%4.2%
Sport Camps1012.7%4.6%


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.