Colebrook, CT

Camp Jewell YMCA is filled with moments of fun, friendship, self-confidence and memories that will last your child a lifetime! We provide a diverse environment for ages 7-15 paired with a full range of activities to bring out the best in your child.

Fashion Lab Summer Camp
Norwalk, CT

When we start Monday, our campers design and make their own designs, Friday-we wear our creations. Beginners are welcome.. Our instructors are from the best colleges from NYC

Greenwood Trails
Winsted, CT

Greenwood Trails is a co-ed sleepaway camp for children ages 8-16 in the Berkshires of Northwest Connecticut. 2,5,7 week sessions available. Specializing in first time campers.

YMCA Camp Ingersoll
Portland, CT

Our 77-acre outdoor center is located on beautiful Jobs Pond in Portland, CT. With a great combination of open field space, modern facilities and tranquil woodlands, we are the ideal place for children to grow in spirit, mind and body.

Bent of the River Audubon Summer Day Camp
Southbury, CT

Bent of the River Audubon Summer Day Camp encourages campers to discover the wonders of the natural world

Science Adventures
Multiple Locations across the US, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA, WI

Campers in grades 1-6 can explore science in a fun, interactive way. Our quality hands-on experiments, innovative curriculum and professional instructors bring your child’s understanding of science to the next level.

Summer Music Camp - Face Arts Music
Deep River, CT

Performance Camp play in a band, learn music theory, music composition, ear training, song writing, play in a band, & develop personal expression and offering Audio Production & Jazz improv.

Steve & Kate's Camp
New Haven, CT

The summer camp that trusts kids. Campers choose from multiple activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, building, recreation & more! Est. 1980. Lunch, snacks & all hours (8am—6pm) included. Ages 4—12.

YMCA Camp Oakasha
Southbury, CT

Part of the Waterbury YMCA, YMCA Camp Oakasha provides quality day camping experiences that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. All programs are designed to teach the positive values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Campers have the opportunity to make new friends, have new adventures, and come away with a summer full of Oakasha memories!

Sylvan Learning STEM Camp
Brookfield, CT

Join us for a week-long STEM camp! The kids will collaborate on fun activities that sharpen their STEM skills, all while having a blast with new friends.

Channel 3 Kids Camp
Andover, CT

Channel 3 Kids Camp believes all kids deserve camp!

Audubon Sharon-Summer Nature Programs
Sharon, CT

Audubon Sharon Summer Nature Programs are an opportunity for kids to journey through nature. Each themed week is packed with exciting experiences that are educational and just pure fun.

Camp Hazen YMCA
Chester, CT

We Build Strong Kids. Campers have fun, make great friends and feel like Hazen is where they belong.

SJ Riding Camp
Ellington, CT

SJ is the best camp for the girl who loves horses! Improve your riding skills or learn to ride! Learn more about horses, take on the responsibilities of horse care, and have fun!

Porter's Summer Programs
Farmington, CT

Porter’s Summer Programs provide opportunities for girls in grades 7-10 to learn and hone the skills to become a socially engaged, confident leader. Programs include Sarah Porter Leadership Institute, Model U.N., and Sports Academies in Rowing, Soccer, Squash, and Swimming.

School of Rock Fairfield
Fairfield, CT

TURN UP THE VOLUME THIS SUMMER! The School of Rock / Fairfield is offering 4 one-week camps, which are ideal for musicians from ages 9-18 who want an amazing rock n' roll learning experience.

Laurel Music Camp
New Hartford, CT

A week long music camp offering orchestra, choir, jazz and concert band finishing with a group concert.

Joe Machnik's No. 1 Soccer Camps
East Coast to West Coast, MD,TX,MO,CA,PA,CO,CT,MA,WI,GA,VA

No.1 Soccer Camps since 1977, is the most trusted name in soccer camps! Spanning the entire country we have a campsite near you!

Horse Camp of Hartford County
Marlborough, CT

Bring a Horse to Camp-Campers will have ring and lecture instruction, trail riding, and judging, along with planned fun activities. Horses will be stabled in box stalls, while their companion sleeps in a cabin.

Deer Lake Day Camp
Killingworth, CT



Connecticut Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

CT Directory Overview

Connecticut camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Connecticut % of Dir.
Total Listings492.1%
Day Camps382.6%
Resident Camps252.1%
Family Camps61.6%
Travel Camps41.5%
Coed Camps392.0%
All-Girls Camps61.9%
All-Boys Camps42.2%

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%
Day$150 - $5516 - 17100%
Resident$251 - $2,0009 - 1650%

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

Top specialty categories for Connecticut within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program2551.0%2.2%
Art Camps816.3%3.2%
Family Camps612.2%1.6%
Academic Camps612.2%2.2%
Acting Camps510.2%2.3%


General Notes About Camps in the State of Connecticut

Connecticut experiences a temperate climate with warm, humid summers, ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, and camping. The state enjoys a variety of weather, from cool coastal breezes to warmer inland temperatures, which makes it perfect for both beachside camps and wilderness experiences. Summer temperatures range from mild to warm, with occasional rain showers, which provides the perfect conditions for kids to enjoy the outdoors while engaging in fun activities without being overwhelmed by extreme heat.

Connecticut’s landscape is characterized by rolling hills, dense forests, and a beautiful coastline along Long Island Sound. The Litchfield Hills in the northwest offer a perfect setting for hiking, camping, and nature exploration, while the Connecticut River Valley is great for water sports camps, such as kayaking and canoeing. The state’s coastal regions are home to sailing and beach camps, offering kids a chance to enjoy the waterfront. In urban areas like Hartford and New Haven, there are specialized camps focusing on sports, the arts, and academics, giving campers a well-rounded experience in both nature and city settings.

Connecticut’s ecosystems range from coastal marshlands to dense woodlands and freshwater lakes, providing ample opportunities for environmental education. Many camps in Connecticut focus on ecology and conservation, where kids can explore the state’s diverse habitats. From the Evergreen Forests of the Litchfield Hills to the salt marshes along the coast, campers can learn about the plants and animals that thrive in these environments. Wildlife observation, water quality testing, and conservation projects give children valuable hands-on experience in preserving nature while enjoying Connecticut’s beautiful landscapes.