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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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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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

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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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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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.

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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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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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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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.

Fun on the Farm Summer Day Camp
Pipersville, PA

Our Co-ed Program for ages 5-14 is designed for your child to learn all about horses.

Camp Nah-Jee-Wah
Milford, PA

Offering a wide variety of age-appropriate activities in a positive Jewish environment, Camp NAH-JEE-WAH encourages campers to explore and develop their own abilities. The group experience helps each child develop their socialization skills in a positive environment.

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

Camp Oneka
Tafton, PA

Camp Oneka: private residential camp located on Fairview Lake in the Pocono region of Pennsylvania. Major strengths are small size and outstanding waterfront area and program.

Camp Towanda
Honesdale, PA

Well-rounded, down-to-earth, high quality, traditional summer camp

Pocono Environmental Education Center Nature Adventure Camp
Dingmans Ferry, PA

PEEC taps into children's natural curiosity and focuses it on the natural world. During weeklong camp sessions, children will learn by exploring and discovering the wonders of nature through themes that enhance their awareness.

Summer Music Programs
Bryn Mawr, PA

A unique summer music camp that encourages young musicians to play and record the types of music they like.

Practice Perfect Sports Football Camp
Berwyn, PA

Practice Perfect Sports, under the direction of Gary Phillips, is pleased to join the Upper Main Line YMCA in offering a July 2012 Youth Football Camp! YMCA Membership is NOT REQUIRED to Participate

Windwood Day Camp
Bradfordwoods, PA

Windwood Summer Day Camp offers a wide variety of activities. Windwood is a weekly run camp. Come and sign up for as many weeks as you want. There is an early drop off time and a late pick up time for your convience. 724-935-6880

Camp Nesher
Lakewood, PA

Camp Nesher, on the NJY Camps, is a summer program that combines an enriched Torah atmosphere with the best recreational programs and facilities of overnight camping.




Pennsylvania Summer Camps - Directory Overview
Pennsylvania camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Pennsylvania % of Directory
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. Some programs offer multiple formats.

Price Range and Age by Format
Format-specific data for Pennsylvania based on listings offering that format exclusively. Formats with fewer than 5 listings are omitted. Price ranges reflect director-reported pricing brackets.
Format Price Range/Wk Age Range Coed %
Day CampsUnder $100 - $6515 - 1592%
Resident CampsUnder $100 - $2,0007 - 1680%

Age ranges reflect median values across listings. Prices based on director-reported pricing brackets.

Top Specialty Categories in Pennsylvania
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%
Adventure Camps1611.1%5.5%


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.