Get into the best physical and mental shape of your life while enjoying a great camp experience. Full land and water sports program plus nutrition classes cooking classes and behaviour modifacation. weight loss self esteem and fun

A Superior Pocono Mountain Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 6-17. Powerful Individualized Programming, Diverse and Intimate Community, with Committed Creativity and Superb Facilities.

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South Mountain YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser is a coed traditional camping program for children ages 7-17. Campers live in brand new modern log cabins on 500 mountaintop acres. The staff are dedicated to providing safe, fun experiences for children. From our Athletics to our Arts & Nature programs, Camp Conrad Weiser affords many opportunities to develop new skills.

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Stroudsburg, PA

Pinemere is a JCC-affiliated, non-denominational, Kosher camp, dedicated to providing an extraordinary resident summer experience in its unique Jewish setting on 180 private acres in the Pocono Mountains.

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Camp Sequoia
Pennsburg, PA
Other

Camp Sequoia is an overnight summer camp for kids ages 7-17 who need help developing their social skills.

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Join hundreds of families in our Family Camp, Grandparent/Child Camp, and Single Parent family camp weekends. Great facilities and fun await you at a great price.

Honesdale, PA

1st-Time Camper Guarantee! Separate Campus for teens! Over 60 Daily Activities: Horseback Riding (no fee), Trapeze, Paintball, ATVs, Tennis (10 courts), Skateboarding, Bubble Soccer, Extreme Sports, Creative & Performing Arts, Clinics (survival, scuba). Select your activities daily! Modern Facilities. Mature Staff. Quality Instruction. 2-4-6-8 week sessions. Same family ownership since 1962. Tuition Credits. ACA accredited.

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Lackawaxen, PA

Camp Lee Mar is a traditional overnight summer camp experience that allows campers with special needs to enjoy all the fun and social experiences of a summer camp and gain valuable life skills.

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North Springfield, PA
Other

Camp Fitch's century-old, classic sleep-away summer camp on Lake Erie provides boys and girls aged 6 to 16 with a holistically safe, values-driven community where they discover friendship, achievement, and belonging on 425 acres along Lake Erie.

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Lake Como, PA

Success, Confidence, Enthusiasm, Acheivement & Self Worth. It is to this end that our program of therapeutic recreation has been designed. Every activity is planned to meet the capabilities of each child. Our campers feel they belong.

The Woodlands
Wexford, PA

Over-night camps for individuals with disability and chronic illness. Learn, have fun, make friends! Programs are fully adaptive, accessible and take place on campus with climate controlled facilities and a caring and trained staff.

Shekinah Western Ranch Camp
Charleroi, PA

Shekinah Ranch is a Christian based, non-profit horseback riding / adventure camp welcoming children and youth of any faith. Our Mission is to teach and promote a relationship with God through horses adventure and recreation.

Sugars Bridge Farm
West Chester, PA

Our summer camp is designed to get your child exposed a diverse group of people, natural sciences and biology, and the animals at our farm!

Camp Starlight
Starlight, PA

Founded in 1947, Camp Starlight is a traditional brother/sister camp that offers an exciting and diverse program. We have always been recognized for our mature and caring staff.

Penn State Abington Kids & Teen College
Abington, PA

Penn State Abington offers a variety of week-long day camps covering a wide variety of topics. All camps have an academic emphasis and are lots of fun.

East Stroudsburg Rugby Camp
East Stroudsburg, PA

Our Annual Camp Continues a tradition of promoting the sport of rugby & exposing young rugby athletes to an all-star staff. This camp is designed to expose young rugby athletes to higher levels of coaching and thereby foster development of both individual and team skills. The camp curriculum consists of the most current skills and theories taught by USA Rugby certified coaches, including National Team coaches, athletes and instructors.

Game Camp Nation
North Wales, PA

This summer, harness your child’s passion for video games to fuel their future, strengthen self-confidence and forge new friendships! At Game Camp Nation, students ages 7-17 can learn to design video games, code, mod Minecraft, engineer music and sound effects, model 3D characters, and more!

Blue Mountain Adventure Camp
Palmerton, PA

Blue Mountain Adventure Camp provides creative outdoor program to campers interested in zip lining, hiking, laser tag, whitewater rafting and guided nature walks.

Camp Conquest
Denver, PA

Camp Conquest Summer Camp Programs are designed on purpose. It is our intention to develop volunteers who will walk alongside campers on their journey to "know Christ and make Him known."

CodeAdvantage Coding Camp
Center Valley, PA

Join us for a fun-filled coding journey that teaches your child critical skills for the future while having a blast designing their own animations, video games, websites and apps- all while using coding skills!




Pennsylvania Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

PA Directory Overview

Pennsylvania camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Pennsylvania % of Dir.
Total Listings1356.1%
Day Camps825.8%
Resident Camps867.3%
Family Camps215.6%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps1216.3%
All-Girls Camps165.3%
All-Boys Camps73.8%

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 - $6515 - 1593%
ResidentUnder $100 - $2,0007 - 1685%

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

Top specialty categories for Pennsylvania within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program8563.0%7.7%
Family Camps2115.6%5.7%
Sport Camps1813.3%8.3%
Drama Camps1712.6%9.1%
Acting Camps1611.9%7.5%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s summer climate is ideal for outdoor activities, with warm, sunny days that are perfect for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The cooler evenings provide a relaxing atmosphere for campfires, group activities, and storytelling. The mild temperatures throughout the summer allow campers to enjoy both active exploration and comfortable evenings, making the state a fantastic location for a variety of camps, from nature and adventure camps to arts and educational programs.

Pennsylvania offers a broad range of landscapes that are perfect for a variety of summer camps. In cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, campers can enjoy day camps that focus on sports, arts, and education, with easy access to local parks, museums, and historic sites. These urban centers provide a great mix of indoor and outdoor activities, enriching the camp experience with access to cultural landmarks and recreational spaces. Moving away from the cities, the state’s natural beauty shines through. The Pocono Mountains, known for their lush forests and tranquil lakes, provide the ideal environment for hiking, camping, and outdoor adventures. Further west, the Allegheny National Forest offers a stunning setting for nature-based camps, where campers can explore dense woodlands, observe wildlife, and participate in conservation activities. Central Pennsylvania’s rolling hills and valleys, coupled with the Susquehanna River, provide numerous opportunities for rock climbing, mountain biking, and water activities like kayaking and canoeing. In the northwest, Lake Erie’s shores offer another picturesque backdrop for outdoor exploration, from water sports to environmental education. Whether enjoying the mountains, lakes, or rivers, Pennsylvania’s landscapes create the perfect environment for campers to experience nature up close.

The state’s wide range of ecosystems, from forests and wetlands to rivers and lakes, makes it an ideal location for environmental education camps. Pennsylvania is home to diverse wildlife and natural habitats, offering ample opportunities for campers to learn about ecology, conservation, and sustainability. From studying forest ecosystems in the Poconos to engaging in water quality testing along the Susquehanna River, camps provide hands-on experiences that foster a deep appreciation for the state’s environmental resources. Campers also participate in conservation efforts, wildlife observation, and habitat restoration, connecting them to the importance of preserving the state’s natural landscapes for future generations.