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 all-girls overnight camp with a rich history, operating since 1907, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is ACA accredited, with their accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their website. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, which is clearly listed on their 'About Us' page under 'Staff'. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, found on their 'Staff' page. Their program is exclusively overnight, offering various session lengths including 'Half Summer' options. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle (@camprunoia) and Facebook page (camprunoia), indicating engagement with their community.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1909117+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
Camp Runoia sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
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: 7–15
- 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 7–15. 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 7–16 · $2,800/week
- Camp Runoia · Ages 7–15
- 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
- Camp Runoia - Counselor-in-Training (CIT) · Ages 16–16 · $200/week