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.

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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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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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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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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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.

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

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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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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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
Philadelphia, PA

PAFA is the oldest Art Museum and Art School in America. The Summer Art Camp offers enriching and creative experiences for campers in the Museum galleries and art studios. Weekly camps for different age groups running for 7 weeks from late June through August. Fun and creative session designed to appeal to all levels and interests of young artists.

College Settlement and Kuhn Day Camps
Horsham, PA

Our camp offers 12 day residential and 4 week day camp programs for children ages 7-14 from the Greater Philadelphia area

Arden Drama School-Kids' Crew
Philadelphia, PA

Arden Drama School students are taught by theatre professionals learning Acting, Storytelling, Improvisation, Dance, Music, and Design.

Great Valley Nature Center
Devault, PA
Stone Mountain Adventures, Inc
Huntingdon, PA

SMA is a co-ed residential camp for 50 teenagers ages 12-16 located in the mountains of central Pennsylvania. Our adventure activities provide the opportunity for young adults to challenge themselves to step beyond their abilities: to ride with confidence, to rock climb with technique, to control the sail, or to bike one more hill.

Grier Summer
Birmingham, PA

Grier Summer is a one-of-a-kind camp experience. Grier's campus boasts state-of-the-art dance, fine art, and equestrian facilities. Girls from all over the world come to our campus to dance, create, and ride!

Camp Touchstone
Bethlehem, PA

Explore creativity and drama techniques with Touchstone's professional teaching artists: students learn theatre games, improvisation, voice & movement exercises, and learn the process of creating an original play. Activities build confidence, self-expression, and teamwork skills.

Theatre Arts Center / Bucks County
Doylestown, PA

Summer 2020 Performing Arts Camp, Children & Teen Musical Theatre in Bucks County, PA for talented 5-18 year olds--beginner to advanced. Perform at two professional theatres. Classes in theatre, dance & more. All teachers are working professionals. Founded 1985.

Arrowhead Day Camp
W Chester, PA

traditional ,comprehensive ,all-inclusive,,same original founding family

Adventures of the Mind
Bryn Mawr, PA

Join over 200 of the top high school students as they take part in Adventures of the Mind, the premier camp for college and career exploration, and discover the "Steps to Success."




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 Listings1446.3%
Day Camps896.1%
Resident Camps897.4%
Family Camps225.9%
Travel Camps124.6%
Coed Camps1276.5%
All-Girls Camps196.1%
All-Boys Camps105.5%

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 - 1592%
ResidentUnder $100 - $2,0007 - 1680%

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 Program8961.8%7.9%
Family Camps2215.3%5.9%
Sport Camps2013.9%9.1%
Drama Camps1711.8%8.9%
Acting Camps1611.1%7.4%


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.