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Super Sleepaway Camps in and Near New Jersey 2024

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What could be more fun for a child than spending some time at sleepaway camp this summer? Children can spend some time away and develop independence. They can also find new experiences that they don’t typically experience at home.

A nearby NJ sleepaway camp is a chance for your child to grow, learn, and make new friends while having a ton of fun. I know as a kid I always dreamed of attending sleepaway camp. If you are looking for a great camp for your child check out this list. We start with details about NJ’s best overnight summer camps like Camp Mason in Hardwick, Fairview Lake YMCA Camp in Newton, Camp Vacamas in West Milford, Lindley G Cook 4-H Camp in Branchville, Appel Farm Arts Camp in Elmer, Camp Haluwasa in Hammonton, and YMCA of the Pines in Medford. Then, we move onto great sleepaway camps near New Jersey in Pennsylvania and New York.

Makayla on her first visit to Camp Mason.

Super Sleepaway Camps In and Near New Jersey

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North Jersey Sleepaway Camps

While these NJ sleepaway camps are not near me they are still in New Jersey and provide a way for children and teens to have an overnight camp experience without going to far from home.

Camp Mason, an overnight camp, in Hardwick NJ

For nearly 125 years, YMCA Camp Mason has welcomed campers to be a part of their community. Camp Mason strives for excellence and innovation and believes that every child deserves the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Programs and dedicated staff engage and encourage young people and deliver meaningful and memorable experiences.

Their campers say it best!

“I made so many new friends and now I know I can do anything!”

Campers can try new things and improve their skills while developing confidence, gaining independence, having fun and making lifelong friends.

“I come to camp for all of the great activities.” Camp Mason offers archery, pool swimming, boating, arts/crafts, drama, music, a climbing tower, zipline, dance, movie making, field and court sports, a skateboard park, mountain biking, FREE trips and countless other activities.

“At camp I can be myself.” 98% of parents report that their child felt a sense of belonging at camp. Camp Mason connects youth with positive role models who teach and live the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, integrity, and inclusion. If you are ready for your child to have THE BEST SUMMER EVER, register at campmason.org, call 908-362-8217 or email [email protected].

One week sessions are $1,325 and two-week sessions are $2,400. Camp Mason does offer financial assistance on an application basis.

Camp Mason, an overnight camp, in Hardwick NJ

Fairview Lake YMCA Camp in Newton

Fairview Lake YMCA Camp is an overnight camp in Newton, NJ. Fairview Lake Camp offers a wide variety of camp options from coed to single-sex as well as several specialty camps. Rates start at $1,400 a week. Overnight camp sessions begin June 30, 2024. For more information call 1-973-383-9282 or visit their website at fairviewlakeymca.org.

Camp Vacamas in West Milford

Camp Vacamas is an overnight camp located in West Milford, NJ. Camp Vacamas is run by the organization Hands in 4 Youth, whose mission is to make sleepaway camp available to children who would not normally be able to afford it. Rates vary on a sliding fee scale but range between $935-$2275 per session. Sleepaway camp sessions begin June 30, 2024. For more information call 973-838-0942 or visit their website at hi4y.org/sleepaway-camps.

Lindley G Cook 4-H Camp in Branchville

Lindley G Cook 4-H Camp is an overnight camp located in Branchville, NJ. Lindley G Cook 4-H Camp prides itself on providing an affordable classic summer camp experience. Rates start at $795 per week with various discounts available. Overnight camp sessions begin in July 2024. For more information call 973-948-3550 or visit their website at  nj4hcamp.rutgers.edu.

Climbing a wall at camp mason, one of NJ's sleepaway camps
Trying new things at camp.

South Jersey Sleepaway Camps

The following are NJ sleepaway camps near me in South Jersey.

Appel Farm Arts Camp in Elmer

Appel Farm Arts Camp is an overnight camp located in Elmer, NJ. Appel Farm Arts Camp provides a fun summer camp experience while also allowing children to develop their skills in various artistic disciplines. Rates start at $2000 per one-week session. Sleepaway camp sessions begin June 30, 2024. For more information call 856-358-6881 or visit their website at appelfarm.org.

Camp Haluwasa in Hammonton

Camp Haluwasa is an overnight camp located in Hammonton, NJ. Camp Haluwasa is a Christian summer camp that incorporates traditional summer camp fun and bible lessons. Rates start at $675 per session. Overnight camp sessions begin July 7, 2024. For more information call 609-561-3081 or visit their website at haluwasa.org/index.html.

YMCA of the Pines in Medford

YMCA of the Pines is an overnight camp located in Medford, NJ. YMCA of the Pines has two separate overnight camps, one for boys and one for girls. Rates start at $950 per week. Sleepaway camp sessions begin June 23, 2024. For more information call 609-654-8225 or visit their website at ycamp.org.

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Sleepaway Camps Near New Jersey

Camp Michikamau in Bear Mountain, NY

Camp Michikamau is an overnight camp located in Bear Mountain, NY. Camp Michikamau is a YMCA camp in New York that prides itself on its diverse staff from around the world. Overnight camp sessions begin June 24, 2024. For more information call 201-487-6600 or visit their website at metroymcas.org/bergen-county-ymca/sleepaway-camp-ymca-camp-michikamau.

Camp Cayuga in Honesdale, PA

Camp Cayuga is an overnight camp located in Honesdale, PA. Camp Cayuga is a co-ed camp that offers full season, half-season, and 2-week mini-camp options.  The two-week session rates start at $3900 with discounts available. The sleepaway camp opens June 30, 2024. For more information call 570-253-3133 (June to September) or 908-470-1224 (September to June) or visit their website at http://campcayuga.com.

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