Camp Runoia
A traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Maine, offering a wide range of activities on Belgrade Lakes.
▌ Editor's read Camp Runoia is an ACA-accredited all-girls overnight camp, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their website. The camp has a rich history, operating for 117 years since its founding in 1907 by Lucy and Jessie Quimby, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, which is clearly listed on their 'Dates & Rates' page. The camp explicitly mentions conducting background checks for all staff members, including criminal and sex offender checks, on their 'Staff' page. This long-standing camp emphasizes personal growth, skill development, and fostering a strong sense of community among its campers.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1909117+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Camp Runoia is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1909 (117 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–16
- Address: 328 Runoia Rd, Belgrade Lakes, ME 04918, USA
- Phone: (207) 495-2225
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Half summer session (23 days) costs $9,200.
1 session (1 one-week), from Aug 2 to Aug 9.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Aug 2 – 9, 2026 · 2 weeks
↗ What parents like
- Choice-based program
- Wilderness trip program
- Focus on personal growth
↘ Watch for
- Some sessions may be full
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Runoia
- What ages does Camp Runoia accept?
- Camp Runoia is open to children ages 7–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Runoia cost?
- Camp Runoia publishes $2,800/week for the standard session. Half summer session (23 days) costs $9,200. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Runoia accredited?
- Yes — Camp Runoia is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 117 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Camp Runoia?
- Camp Runoia is operated by a private business, with 117 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Runoia provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Runoia includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does Camp Runoia compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Belgrade Lakes?
- Camp Runoia is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Belgrade Lakes that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Runoia with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Runoia.
- Camp Runoia · Ages 7–15 · $2,800/week
- Camp Runoia · Ages 7–15
- Camp Runoia - Counselor-in-Training (CIT) · Ages 16–16 · $200/week
- Camp Runoia - Full Summer · Ages 7–16 · $2,179/week
- Camp Runoia · Ages 7–16 · $1,533/week
- Camp Runoia · Ages 7–15 · $2,933/week
- Camp Runoia - From "Sea to Sky" Adventure Expedition · Ages 14–15 · $2,200/week