Overview
Camp Swatara offers week-long, faith-based overnight programs for ages 6 to 17. Our campers build friendships, make memories, and mold our faith and love every second of it! From beginner camp to musical camp to mountainside wilderness adventure, we invite you to scout out our program guide and find which camps you want to take part in this summer. Be sure to look at our awesome year round programs as well. We don’t want you to miss anything that camp has to offer. Join us at Camp Swatara, where Faith is Formed, Memories are Made and God is Glorified.
Read More Show LessSpecial session for campers with: Developmental Disabilities, Down Syndrome, Non-verbal learning disorder, Learning Disabilities
Unique Features
- Located at the foot of beautiful Blue Mountain in northwestern Berks County, our natural setting provides all campers to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Weeks split by age groups for developmentally-appropriate programming and activities. Day camp and family camp also available.
- Fun camp experiences include swimming, singing, campfires, art, hiking, Bible and Nature classes, boating, and more!
- 'Big & Small' camp for young campers not ready to attend by themselves to bring an adult with.
- Special teen programs including Musical Theatre week and wilderness adventure week for backpacking, survival skills, and living off the land.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 06 - July 22
- Session Lengths 1 week or less
- Cost $327 - $654 /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
- 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
- Gluten Free
- No kosher
- Peanut-free
- Tree nut-free
- No vegan option
- Vegetarian friendly
International Campers
- Does not enroll non-US campers
Welcome Message
Tim, Executive Director
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