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Situated on nearly 800 acres of pristine land in Southern New Jersey, our camp experience offers wonderful opportunities for children, allowing them to build the character and confidence they will need to go out into the world as adults.

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For over 80 years Camp Michikamau has offered a high quality traditional overnight camp for youth and teens.

Rising Treetops at Oakhurst provides summer sleep away and day camp, and year-round respite care for children and adults with special needs, including autism and physical and intellectual disabilities.

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Situated on nearly 800 acres of pristine land in Southern New Jersey, our camp experience offers wonderful opportunities for children, allowing them to build the character and confidence they will need to go out into the world as adults.

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For more than 50 years, summers at Appel Farm have sparked the imaginations of thousands of young people as they interacted with artists from around the world in beautiful rural southern New Jersey. Safety, Community, Personal Growth, and Fun guide our program that ignites creativity, kindness, and confidence!

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Monmouth County Park System Summer Odyssey Adventures
Lincroft, NJ

Offering well balanced, high staff to participant ratios, and a wide range of activities, our camps offer something for everyone; both for our participants and staff.

Lindley G. Cook 4-H Camp
Branchville, NJ

Come for the best week of your summer! LG is located in the NW corner of NJ. We focus on friends, fun, being safe and letting you make your own choices at camp.

Day Camp Sunshine
Basking Ridge, NJ

Day Camp Sunshine is a classic, recreational camp experience designed to help kids and teens thrive in the great outdoors.  

Coastline Adventures Surfing School
Brick, NJ

We offer surfing, stand up paddleboarding, and boogie boarding for ages 5 and up. Enjoy a private or group lesson, 1 - 5 half day camp, and/or half day clinic. All equipment is included. Our team is NSSIA, First Aid and CPR Certified. Our school and counselors are National Surf Schools and Instructors Association Accredited and Certified.

Camp Dark Waters
Medford, NJ

We believe that the days of a children’s summer vacation should be a time for them to play, to venture forth in learning new skills, and to grow.

AMC Family Camp
Blairstown, NJ

Appalachian Mountain Club Family Camp at Mohican Outdoor Center

Camp Premiere
Hillside, NJ

Camp Premiere, the annual summer theatre program for middle school and high school students, will be held on Kean University’s Nathan Weiss East Campus in Enlow Recital Hall.

Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
Medford, NJ

Nature-Oriented Day Camp for Children Ages 3-14.

Camp Louemma
Sussex, NJ

Camp Louemma is a premiere "boutique" type camp that has fostered lifelong friendships and memories for our campers since 1941. As a small to mid-sized camp we can ensure that each camper's needs are catered to and that no camper gets "lost in the suffle".

The Garage Theatre Group Ultimate Summer Experience
Teaneck, NJ

Workshops in Acting, Voice, and Movement. Full productions at the end of each session.

RealScience!, Express Yourself! & Summer Explorers Summer Camps-- Little Ivy Academy
Ridgewood, NJ

This Summer, Your Child Can Experience a Camp Like No Other when they join us for summer days filled with real hands-on discovery and real camp fun!

Neighborhood Center Summer Program
Camden, NJ
Salad City Summer Theater Workshop
Blairstown, NJ

Students will have the opportunity to participate in acting exercises, be guided through dance routines, play cooperative group games, and use their imagination to create art.

The Musical Theatre Performance Project
Bayonne, NJ

Students will take class and rehearse with a comprehensive array of industry professionals, learn every aspect of the theatre, and showcase what they have learned in a performance





General Notes About Camps in the State of New Jersey

New Jersey’s summer climate is perfect for a wide range of camp activities, with warm, sunny days ideal for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The cool evenings provide a relaxing atmosphere for campfires, group activities, and outdoor games. This balance of warm, active days and mild evenings makes it an excellent place for outdoor adventure camps, nature exploration, and creative programs, ensuring campers enjoy both active exploration and downtime in comfort.

From the urban landscapes of Newark and Trenton to the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore, New Jersey offers diverse environments for summer camps. In the cities, campers can enjoy day camps that focus on sports, arts, and education, with easy access to cultural sites, parks, and historical landmarks. Further south, the state’s natural beauty comes into play, with the Pinelands and Jersey Shore providing perfect environments for nature camps, hiking, water sports, and environmental education programs. Whether in bustling cities or quiet coastal areas, New Jersey offers something for every type of camper.

New Jersey’s diverse ecosystems, including coastal marshes, forests, and wetlands, offer abundant opportunities for environmental education. With habitats ranging from the pine forests of the Pine Barrens to the salt marshes of the shore, campers can explore wildlife, engage in conservation efforts, and learn about the state’s unique ecosystems. Nature-based camps allow participants to engage in activities like birdwatching, habitat restoration, and water quality testing, helping campers develop an understanding of conservation and environmental stewardship.