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

Camp Walden

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

Traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Maine, offering a wide range of activities and fostering personal growth.

▌ Editor's read Camp Walden is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by the ACA logo and link on their 'About Us' page. The camp has a long history, operating for over 80 years, founded by Helen and Herb Melnick. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, as stated on their 'Staff' page. The camp explicitly mentions conducting background checks on all staff members on their 'Staff' page. Their social media presence is active with Instagram handle @campwaldenme and Facebook handle @campwaldenme.
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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
  • Address: 179 Long Lake Rd, Denmark, ME 04022, USA
  • Phone: (207) 452-2900
  • Email: [email protected]

↗ What parents like

  • Long-standing traditions
  • Focus on community and leadership

↘ Watch for

  • Only a 7-week session
  • Expensive

Logistics

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

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. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
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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