12 Best Overnight Summer Camps in Maine for 2026

Looking for an unforgettable overnight summer camp for your kids or teens in 2026? Maine is home to some of the most respected camps in the country. From classic traditional camps to specialty arts and nature camps, we hand-picked twelve of Maine’s most incredible sleepaway camps that are sure to give your kids the best summer ever. Want more options? Browse all overnight camps in Maine. 🏕️

Camp	Location	Age Range
Camp Wekeela	Hartford, ME	6-16
Indian and Forest Acres	Fryeburg, ME	6-17
Pine Island Camp	Belgrade, ME	9-15
Camp Runoia	Belgrade, ME	7-16
Camp Med-O-Lark	Washington, ME	7-16
Camp Modin	Belgrade, ME	7-16
Camp Kingswood	Bridgton, ME	7-17
Kingsley Pines Camp	Raymond, ME	8-16
Summer Ecology Adventure Camp	Saco, ME	10-14
Camp Manitou	Oakland, ME	7-16
West End House Camp	Parsonfield, ME	7-15
Camp Crescent Cove	Raymond, ME	7-16

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Camp Wekeela – Hartford, ME

Located on Little Bear Pond, Camp Wekeela is a traditional coed summer camp in Hartford, Maine. With a focus on community, adventure, and personal growth, this technology-free camp has a wide-range of activities and state-of-the-art facilities. Camp Wekeela provides a nurturing environment where campers can discover new talents, build self-esteem, and form lifelong friendships.

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Indian and Forest Acres – Fryeburg, ME

Indian and Forest Acres is a true brother-sister camp in Fryeburg, Maine where kids can unplug, grow, and make lifelong friendships. Located just miles apart, these two classic single-gender camps have their own identity, programs, and traditions, but come together to form one vibrant, interconnected family through exciting coed events. Both camps offer a timeless sleepaway experience with a wide-range of activities, top-tier staff, and an inclusive global community. 4 and 7 week sessions.

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Pine Island Camp – Belgrade, ME

Established in 1902, Pine Island Camp is one of the oldest and most unique boys’ camps in the country. Located on a private island in central Maine, this unplugged, all-boys camp offers a single six-week session where the same small group of campers spends the entire summer living, playing, and growing together in the great outdoors.

With no electricity and a focus on simplicity, boys sleep in open-air platform tents and fill their days with sailing, archery, woodcraft, wilderness trips, and more. Pine Island Camp is the ultimate camp for outdoor-loving boys seeking deep friendships, a tight-knit community, and real adventure.

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Camp Runoia – Belgrade, ME

Pine Island Camp, established in 1902, is one of the oldest boys camps in the country. Located on a private island in Maine, this traditional camp offers a unique six-week rustic summer experience. All campers arrive at the same time, fostering deep bonds and strong community where every boy belongs. With its small enrollment and connection to nature, Pine Island Camp is the ultimate camp for boys to unplug and create lasting memories and lifelong friendships.

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Camp Med-O-Lark – Washington, ME

Camp Med-O-Lark is an inclusive, arts-focused sleepaway camp in New England for kind and curious campers. With over 50 creative and outdoor activities to choose from, Med-O-Lark blends kids can explore their interests without pressure to perform or compete in a traditional camp setting on a private lake. Led by professional staff, their full-scale theater program allows kids to immerse themselves in drama, musical theater, and cabaret in a supportive environment. 2 and 4 week sessions.

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Camp Modin – Belgrade, ME

Situated in the pristine wilderness of Maine’s beautiful Belgrade Lakes region, Camp Modin is the oldest continuously operating Jewish camp in the United States. This traditional coed camp is a place where kids can build strong friendships, explore nature, and try new things in a safe and supportive environment. With exciting programs and extensive, state-of-art facilities, there’s something for every camper at Modin.

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Camp Kingswood – Bridgton, ME

Camp Kingswood, founded in 1913, offers an unplugged and authentic Jewish overnight camp experience steeped in fun, growth, and adventure. Located in the heart of Maine, this traditional camp provides a variety of activities including sports, arts, and outdoor adventures. With dedicated staff and a beautiful natural setting, Camp Kingswood creates a fun and supportive environment for campers to make lifelong friends and memories.

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Kingsley Pines Camp – Raymond, ME

Kingsley Pines Camp is a coed overnight camp on Panther Lake in Raymond, Maine for ages 8-16. With 2- and 3-week sessions, campers enjoy team and individual sports, waterfront fun, and creative activities in a tech-free, supportive setting. Kingsley Pines fosters independence, self-esteem, and lifelong friendships through shared living, caring counselors, and a vibrant community where kids feel safe to be themselves and try new things.

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Summer Ecology Adventure Camp – Saco, ME

If you have an outdoor-loving kid looking for a shorter experience, The Ecology School’s week-long Ecology Adventure Camp might be the perfect choice. This immersive specialty camp for rising 5th-9th graders blends outdoor adventure with ecological learning. Campers explore Maine’s ecosystems through canoeing, forest hikes, nature art, and hands-on science, and each day ends with campfires and stargazing before falling asleep in state-of-the-art dorms. 1 week sessions.

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Camp Manitou – Oakland, ME

Located in the beautiful Belgrade Lakes region, Camp Manitou is one of Maine’s best overnight camps for boys. With outstanding facilities, a wide-range of diverse activities, excellent staff, and a strong camp community, Manitou provides a well-rounded experience for every type of boy. Campers grow into their best-selves while building confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong friendships in supportive and nurturing environment. They have a nearby sister camp Somerset for Girls and a shorter session coed Camp Eastwood for ages 6-10.

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West End House Camp – Parsonfield, ME

West End House Camp is an all boys known for its diverse camp community, spirited competitions, and authentic boyhood experiences. Campers play, compete, and bond through sports, waterfront fun, STEM, and full-camp events. Boys build character, friendships, independence, and learn to embrace both victory and failure in a safe, supportive environment. If you have a high-energy boy, West End House Camp is the perfect camp for them to grow and thrive. 2, 3, 4, and 7 week sessions.

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Camp Crescent Cove – Raymond, ME

Camp Crescent Cove is a coed overnight camp in Raymond, Maine offering the classic sleepaway experience. Set on Crescent Lake, campers enjoys many different activates including water sports, land sports, creative arts, adventure, horseback riding, performing arts, and wilderness trips. With a 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio, modern cabins, and a warm, supportive atmosphere, Crescent Cove delivers summer full of adventure, creativity, and friendship. 2 and 3.5 week sessions.

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