Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–15 · $2,171/week
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Camp Walden

Camp Walden · $2,171/week · ★ 4.5 (46 reviews)

A 7-week summer camp for girls ages 8-15 in Denmark, Maine, focusing on community, leadership, and a variety of...

▌ Editor's read Camp Walden is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid until 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their 'About Us' page. The camp has a long history, operating for over 80 years, founded by Joe and Helen Kropf, as stated on their 'Our History' page. They maintain a favorable staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, which is explicitly mentioned on their 'Staff' page. The camp also confirms that all staff undergo background checks, as detailed in their 'Staff' section. Their social media presence includes active Instagram (@campwalden) and Facebook (@campwalden) accounts. The website clearly outlines a traditional overnight camp experience with a focus on community and personal development for girls aged 8-15.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–15

Camp Walden 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
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 93 Camp Walden Drive, Denmark, ME 04022
  • Phone: (207) 452-2900
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tuition is $15,200 for 7 weeks. Intensive Riding is an additional $400. A four-week option is available on a limited basis for first-time campers only.

↗ What parents like

  • Fostering a sense of community
  • Scheduled for swimming, canoeing, and tennis

↘ Watch for

  • Younger girls use flashlights
  • Limited four-week option

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Walden

What ages does Camp Walden accept?
Camp Walden is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Walden cost?
Camp Walden publishes $2,171/week for the standard session. Tuition is $15,200 for 7 weeks. Intensive Riding is an additional $400. A four-week option is available on a limited basis for first-time campers only. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Walden's hours?
Camp Walden runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Walden accredited?
Yes — Camp Walden is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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 Walden?
Camp Walden is operated by a private business, with 80 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 Walden provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Walden 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 Walden compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Denmark?
Camp Walden is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Denmark 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.

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