This family camp is a true gem - the best kind of all-inclusive vacation for families. My family of…read morefive loves it. The kids spend time by themselves, my husband and I have time alone and together, and we have time with the kids to enjoy each other as a family. The camp is large enough for the kids to exercise their independence --heading to the barn for activities or kayaking in the cove by themselves without me worrying about them. When we go, I don't cook, clean or plan anything - which as a busy mom, is the best kind of vacation. The camp is rustic and simple but very clean with beautifully manicured grounds - a space just perfect for appreciating nature. The food is delicious (I probably gained 5 lbs last week) and easily catered to special diets. I enjoyed a nice mix of structured activities (fishing, sailing, art, archery, land sports, barn dance, bingo, etc) and down time (time at the lake or for a nature walk or just to relax around the fire). I also appreciated the sense of community that camp strives to create each week among the family members. At about 10-12 families per week, it is just the right size. Can't recommend this special place highly enough and I can't wait to go back.

Almost finished at our 1st family camp at Medomak and we are already planning to return. What a…read morespecial place. We were warmly welcomed by the amazing staff and guided to private cabin which was perfectly outfitted for our family of 4. The daily schedule has great variety and tailored the ages of all campers. The staff is knowledgeable, caring, accommodating and creates a wonderful family environment. A great place to disconnect from daily routines and reconnect with each other. It is a great place.

One of the best camps in the US, without question. I spent many happy summers at Manitou, and now…read moremy son is a camper there as well (along with many other second and even third generation boys). For kids who would enjoy playing sports all day, and making lifelong friends, Manitou is the camp to choose.

i came here for half of a summer (4 weeks) and loved it so much that i told my parents i wasn't…read morecoming home and planned to stay for the full 8 weeks. i think i spent a total of 3 summers here and often wish for the days when all i did was eat, sleep, play sports, and laugh with my friends. i look back at my summers at camp manitou as some of the best times of my life. wake up for breakfast, sports in the morning, lunch, sports in the afternoon, dinner, and sports at night. just about every sport imaginable was available from the lake (sailing, windsurfing, scuba, waterskiing) to the courts (tennis, basketball, track) to the fields (soccer, football, lacrosse, baseball, archery) and everything else in between. life in the bunks was filled with hazing and brotherhood, atomic sit-ups, and teenage boasting. through the trials of college league and color war we became intense competitors. that competitive nature was never more evident than when we competed against other camps because manitou ran the table in all sports. kennebec, androscoggin, cobbosee, y'all were our bitches. nostalgia abounds

My two sons are counting down the days until their 4th summer at Laurel begins. There are so many…read moreoptions out there, and I truly feel like we hit the jackpot with Laurel. While the facilities are second to none and beyond impressive, that is not what makes Laurel so special. The best part about Laurel are the people, beginning with the directors Jem and Debbie Sollinger. My kids truly love Jem. The attention that Jem gives to each camper is remarkable. He is front and center in everything going on at camp. While I'm not there to witness myself, the daily scroll through the photos paints a great picture. And it doesn't stop with Jem - the staff training is incredibly thorough and intentional. They really know how to work with kids. One of my sons struggled with some cabin relationships, but the connection he had with his counsellors and campus leaders was exactly what he needed to navigate through. Camp is a regular conversation topic in our house and each year they come back giving their summer a 10/10. They truly live "10-4-2"!

Camp Laurel is the best decision we ever made for our children!…read moreThe directors, programming, activities, facilities and community are top quality. Nothing compares to it. The friendships our boys have made will last a lifetime. Laurel attracts wonderful families. My husband and I have also made connections with parents of campers there that are very special. We feel lucky to be a part of the unique Laurel spirit. Trust in the Directors of a camp is crucial and we have the upmost faith in Jem, Debbie and Keith. They are professional, genuine and a lot of fun. They understand that every child is an individual vs just a number. The facilities are beautiful. The food is healthy and excellent - my kids say better than at home. The cabins are always well balanced. The environment at Camp Laurel allows campers to be who they are. The staff is carefully chosen, impressive and intelligent. They encourage the children to try new things and step out of their comfort zones from home. Building confidence and skills is a gift that Laurel gives it campers.

I have also never written a Yelp review before, but would like to get it out there that this is an…read moreamazing camp, that welcomes anyone! The staff are all friendly and it is an amazing experience. I have gone to the camp for 4 years - all full of joy, and am going for a 5th this year.

I've never written a Yelp review, but the other reviews here give a very misleading impression. My…read morechild has attended for three years and is looking forward to a fourth -- and has nothing but positive things to say. The activities are amazing, the setting fantastic, and the staff and counselors find an ideal balance of age-appropriate levels of independence and personalized care. It's a place where kids can disconnect from their screens and really be kids. Visit the camp website (check out the videos!), reach out to the directors, and don't be discouraged by these few reviews if it looks like a good fit for your kids.

If you have a daughter and you want to offer the gift of a lifetime, send her to Camp Tapawingo…read more The camp instill values that will last a lifetime and friendships that will endure the test of time. I am a former camper and just returned from a reunion with my camp friends. The love, spirit, tradition, and commitment to each camper is alive and well after 100 years. Tap Girls forever!!!

I went to Camp Tapawingo for 8 wonderful summers in the 80s and early 90s and now I am super…read moreexcited to send my stepdaughter to experience the joy that is Tapawingo. Tapawingo is a supportive, close knit environment that ensures that everyone has fun and is included. There are no cliques, every single camper and counselor care about one another and the bonds that are formed last a lifetime. Plus, Maine is a beautiful place to spend a summer and enjoy nature.

We came here for a wedding, which is the context of this review…read more The staff had plenty of golf carts helping guests with the rather long walk to get to the wedding setting. This was helpful and staff seemed engaged and interested in helping. The setting for the wedding was lake side, very picturesque for a fall afternoon. They had adequate seating and benches set up. It was a very nice ceremony which the setting contributed to. Reception and meal was at the main lodge. There is a large outside deck which was nice for mingling during the pre meal drinks and waiter server appetizers. Dinner was buffet style inside the lodge. There was adequate staff and things went smoothly for a crowd of about 150. Food was ok, I'd give it an average rating. Entertainment was an outdoor canvas covered band with a decent dance floor. This was well done. All in all, this is a good wedding venue, if this is what you are looking for. They handled this crowd of 150 with no noticeable snafus. I'd give it 3 1/2 stars....Solid spot.

My son was very excited to go to Camp Caribou, it was his first time at overnight camp. He quickly…read morebecame very homesick, I insisted on talking to him even though the camp did not allow phone calls or visits from parents. When I was allowed a call with him The camp administrator Martha Lerman/owner told him to lie and say he was having fun. I 100% regret sending my son to this camp and picked him up early against Marthas advice.

No structure. Kids run the camp. Girls form clicks. Hard to be accepted if over12 yrs old. Find…read moreanother camp.

Solid place to hold a wedding - this is a girls sleep away camp that can be rented out. Pretty…read morecool. The camp is really nice with tennis courts, a radio station, a pool and a lake amongst other things. This looks way better than the camps I grew up going to. Went here for a wedding which was a cute venue. The camp staff acted as servers I think and the food wasn't too bad - buffet style with a giant tray of steaks and some of the best strawberry shortcake I've ever had.

Love, love Camp Winnebago and highly recommend it. My son has had many amazing, fun-filled,…read morecharacter-building summers there. It is extremely well run and is a very special place.

From the owner: Founded in 1919, Camp Winnebago offers a unique experience amidst a caring, dynamic and supportive…read morecommunity. Camp Winnebago is a sleep away camp for boys 8-15 years old located in South Central Maine. Boys make lifelong friends and learn to excel in a wide variety of activities leaving them brimming with confidence, happiness and lasting memories. At the end of summer, campers depart, already counting down the days until their return.

Our experience with Pine Island Camp has simply been life-changing. 6 weeks of open-sided tents,…read morepump your own water, handwritten letters home, make your own games, and no electricity- that means zero minutes of screen time ;) We have 2 sons and there's no doubt that this is the single most beneficial experience we have been able to provide (other than love & safety). This camp focuses on traditional activities such as sailing, swimming, wood shop, performing arts, and off-island backpacking trips. Summer 2026 will be our 9th summer with Pine Island Camp. Each summer, our boys come home more confident, creative, independent, compassionate, physically and emotionally stronger. Pine Island Camp is the real deal... Simple. Unplugged. Close to nature.

From the owner: Distinguished by its program, small enrollment, and unique freshwater island location, Pine Island…read moreCamp has offered fun, traditional camp activities since 1902 in a rustic setting that develops a boy's independence, imagination and character. Whether your son is shy or gregarious, big or small, this camp will challenge him to be at his best in the varied circumstances of simple outdoor living, albeit under the close supervision of our caring staff. Generations of Pine Islanders have found their summers at camp to be among the most meaningful of their lives.