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Camp Michikamau
- Coed
- Ages 8-15
- Traditional
Overview
Camp Michikamau, operated by the Greater Bergen County YMCA, is a traditional sleepaway camp with over 100 years of history, nestled on the shores of Lake Kanawauke in Harriman State Park, New York. Designed for campers entering grades 3–10, it offers a blend of structured group activities and individual choice, fostering independence, confidence, and lifelong friendships in a supportive, unplugged environment.
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Unique Features
- A century-old camp tradition emphasizing YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- A two-week session structure with the first week introducing all activities and the second week allowing campers to choose their preferred activities.
- Diverse, international staff, many of whom are former campers, providing a global perspective and continuity.
- Themed weekends like International Weekend, Survivor Weekend, and Color Wars, promoting camp-wide engagement.
- Out-of-camp overnight experiences where campers hike, cook, and sleep under the stars, enhancing outdoor skills.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 23 - August 15
- Session Lengths 2 weeks
- Cost $600 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
- Financial assistance: Yes
- Special discounts: Available
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- Electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- No separate bathhouse
- Showers attached
- Toilets attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- No doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- Food Allergies
- No gluten free option
- No kosher
- Not peanut free
- Not tree nut-free
- Vegan friendly
- Vegetarian friendly
International Campers
- Does not enroll non-US campers
Welcome Message
Bob, Director of Camping Services
Nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Kanawauke in Harriman State Park, New York, Camp Michikamau offers a rich legacy of over 100 years in providing a memorable sleepaway camp experience.
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