What ages does Camp Newfound accept?

Camp Newfound is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Newfound cost?

Camp Newfound publishes $1,283/week for the standard session. Cost for 1st session (3 weeks) is $3850, so cost per week is $1283. Cost for 2nd session (4 weeks) is $5100, so cost per week is $1275. Full session (7 weeks) is $7500, so cost per week is $1071. CIT (7 weeks) is $6600, so cost per week ... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Newfound accredited?

Yes — Camp Newfound is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 Newfound?

Camp Newfound is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Camp Newfound provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Newfound 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 Newfound compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?

Camp Newfound is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Camp Newfound

Harrison · $1,283/week

Christian Science girls' overnight camp in Maine focusing on character development and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Newfound is an overnight camp for girls, as indicated by the 'Overnight/Sleepaway' category and the content on their website. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their homepage. While the specific 'About Us' page was not directly provided in the URL, the camp's 'Mission & Values' page clearly states its dedication to Christian Science principles and character development, suggesting a nonprofit ownership structure. The provided URL specifically details dates and tuition, confirming its operational status. Social media handles for Instagram (@campnewfound) and Facebook (@CampNewfound) were found, indicating an active online presence. There was no explicit language regarding staff background checks found on the provided page or easily navigable sections from it.

★

ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

◍

Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Newfound 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: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–16
Address: 4 Camp Newfound Rd, Harrison, ME 04040
Phone: (207) 583-4000
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Cost for 1st session (3 weeks) is $3850, so cost per week is $1283. Cost for 2nd session (4 weeks) is $5100, so cost per week is $1275. Full session (7 weeks) is $7500, so cost per week is $1071. CIT (7 weeks) is $6600, so cost per week ...

4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 21 – Jul 10, 2026 · 3 weeks · $3,850
Session 2 Jun 21 – Jul 5, 2026 · 3 weeks · $3,000
Session 4 Jun 21 – Aug 7, 2026 · 7 weeks · $7,500
Session 3 Jul 12 – Aug 7, 2026 · 4 weeks · $5,100

↗ What parents like

Christian Science focus
Waterfront on Long Lake

↘ Watch for

Only for Christian Scientists

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Newfound

What ages does Camp Newfound accept?: Camp Newfound is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Newfound cost?: Camp Newfound publishes $1,283/week for the standard session. Cost for 1st session (3 weeks) is $3850, so cost per week is $1283. Cost for 2nd session (4 weeks) is $5100, so cost per week is $1275. Full session (7 weeks) is $7500, so cost per week is $1071. CIT (7 weeks) is $6600, so cost per week ... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Newfound accredited?: Yes — Camp Newfound is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 Newfound?: Camp Newfound is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Newfound provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Newfound 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 Newfound compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?: Camp Newfound is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison 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 Newfound 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 Newfound.

Camp Fernwood · Ages 7–15 · $2,357/week
Camp Newfound - Full Season · Ages 6–17 · $1,986/week
Camp Owatonna · Ages 8–15 · $1,986/week
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session · Ages 7–15 · $3,125/week
Camp Pinecliffe - Full Season · Harrison, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
Camp Owatonna · Ages 8–15 · $1,283/week
Camp Pinecliffe · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week
Camp Pinecliffe · Harrison, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week