Summer Camp at Oakland School has been helping children build confidence and lifelong summer memories since 1950. With day and sleepaway options for children in elementary through high school, this immersive five-week program blends academic growth with classic summer fun, including activities like horseback riding and swimming.

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Camp Goosechase
North Garden, VA

Spend unrushed summer days on horse-back, in the barn, and exploring the farm.

Moi Fah Sports Presents - Karate All Stars Summer Camp
Richmond, VA

Students will enjoy specialized weekly camps which will include Martial Arts, reading, games and field trips, etc. all while having fun and building confidence!

CupKate's Baking Camp
Spotsylvania, VA

CupKate's Baking Camp offers an incomparable camp experience for girls ages 3 - 14. We teach the girls the basics of baking as well as give them an opportunity to make lasting friendships.

Camp Horizons
Harrisonburg, VA

An all-around, try stuff, have fun, make friends summer camp located in Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley! We are dedicated to providing children with a place they can call their own in our constantly changing world.

Karate Summer Camp for Kids
Virginia Beach, VA

The Best Karate Summer Day Camp for Kids in Virginia Beach, Virginia USA.

U-Turn Sports Performance Academy
Richmond, VA

U-turn Sports Performance Academy is the hot spot this summer for sports, games, character building & fun!

Art Horse Camp at Stargazer Stables
Chesapeake, VA

Come enjoy both and indoor (art) and outdoor camp (horses, fishing, farm animals) this summer!

The Art of Life Camp, LLC
Fairfax, VA

"Where business MEETS Creativity"

Camp Friendship
Palmyra, VA

Join us for a summer of fun & friendships at our beautiful summer camp in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. We offer campers a traditional camp experience with over 35 different activities to choose from, a specialized Equestrian program and program add-ons such as Tennis, Riding, and Drama. There is something for everyone at Camp Friendship!

Cheer / Dance / Tumbling Camps
Ashburn, VA

Cheer, Dance & Tumble Camps

Roanoke History/O. Winston Link Museums Summer Camps
Roanoke, VA

Check to determine is any camps are being offered this summer.

Fox Pointe Farm's Equestrian Camp
Quinton, VA

English ridng camp focus on riding skills, horsemanship and horse care

Rise Up Climbing Summer Camp
Lynchburg, VA

We know the value of a smile at the end of the day. It’s a small reminder of why we teach kids climbing. It’s because learning to climb is fun, and because it encourages learning general life skills that can be applied every day.

HYC Summer Sailing Camp
Hampton, VA

Not all classrooms have four walls!

Camp CHOP
Clover, VA

Smells delicious! Camp CHOP provides a fun hands-on experience for young chefs passionate about the culinary arts. 60+ summer camp activities. Modern teaching kitchen for aspiring chefs to learn the basics of cooking.

2026 - Youth Football Camp with Members of the Washington Commanders (July 19-22, 2026)
Fairfax, VA

Founded in 1983, we have the best teaching football programs in the nation having graduated over 110,000 athletes, many currently playing at the college level. This will be our 43rd successful year of football instruction.

Hargrave Summer Program
Chatham, VA

Sports and Adventure in the afternoon with Enrichment and Recovery classes in the morning.

Camp Darden
Courtland, VA

Camp Darden is a Girl Scout camp specially designed for girls in middle and high school. It provides general programs for girls, both Girl Scouts and non-members. Girls may choose from a variety of program sessions.

Ferrum College Summer Enrichment Camp
Ferrum, VA

Academic Enrichment Camp; Two, one week sessions; Co-ed; Held on a College Campus; 29th year; Ages 9-13 (before August 1, 2018)




Virginia Summer Camps - Directory Overview
Virginia camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Virginia % of Directory
Total Listings672.9%
Day Camps453.1%
Resident Camps393.3%
Family Camps92.4%
Travel Camps93.4%
Coed Camps542.8%
All-Girls Camps185.7%
All-Boys Camps42.2%

Format counts may overlap. Some programs offer multiple formats.

Price Range and Age by Format
Format-specific data for Virginia 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 - $3516 - 1683%
Resident Camps$251 - $1,6519 - 1776%

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

Top Specialty Categories in Virginia
Top specialty categories for Virginia within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
Adventure Camps1420.9%4.8%
Sport Camps1420.9%6.4%
Soccer Camps913.4%10.8%
Academic Camps811.9%3.0%
Art Camps811.9%3.2%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Virginia

Warm summers provide the perfect backdrop for hiking, water sports, and outdoor activities across the state. The long, sunny days are ideal for exploring the great outdoors, while cooler evenings allow for relaxed group activities and campfires. The weather in Virginia supports both active daytime adventures and comfortable evenings, ensuring that campers experience the best of both worlds.

From bustling cities to tranquil wilderness, Virginia’s geography offers ample opportunities for a range of camps. In urban areas like Richmond and Virginia Beach, campers enjoy programs that combine arts, sports, and education, with easy access to parks, museums, and cultural attractions. Outside the cities, the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah Valley provide scenic hiking trails, rock climbing, and outdoor adventures, while the state’s Atlantic coastline offers water sports, fishing, and beach programs. The diverse landscapes, from rolling mountains to river valleys, create an ideal environment for nature-based learning and outdoor exploration.

The natural habitats found throughout Virginia offer rich opportunities for environmental education. Campers can explore mountain forests, wetlands, and coastal ecosystems, learning about local wildlife, conservation, and sustainable practices. Hands-on activities like wildlife observation and water quality testing provide campers with the chance to study the state's ecosystems up close. The Blue Ridge Mountains and coastal regions offer unique environments where campers can connect with nature and understand the importance of ecological preservation.