Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16 · $2,521/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

Camp Manitou - Full Session

Belgrade Lakes · $2,521/week

A traditional boys' overnight camp in Oakland, Maine, offering a wide range of sports, arts, and outdoor activities...

▌ Editor's read Camp Manitou's website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of their boys' overnight camp program. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health and safety. The website states the camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by Bill and Helen Roth, and is a for-profit entity. They explicitly mention conducting background checks for all staff and maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4. Google reviews for Camp Manitou show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's diverse activities, supportive staff, and the positive impact on their sons' development and independence. Social media handles found on the site are @campmanitou for Instagram and 'campmanitou' for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Manitou - Full Session 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
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 47 Camp Manitou Cove, Oakland, ME 04963, USA
  • Phone: (207) 465-2271
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, $17,650 for a 7-week session

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 25 to Aug 11.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Full Session Jun 25 – Aug 11, 2026 · 7 weeks · $17,650

↗ What parents like

  • Full seven-week immersion
  • Established in 1947

↘ Watch for

  • Very high total cost

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Manitou - Full Session

What ages does Camp Manitou - Full Session accept?
Camp Manitou - Full Session 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 Manitou - Full Session cost?
Camp Manitou - Full Session publishes $2,521/week for the standard session. USD, $17,650 for a 7-week session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Manitou - Full Session's hours?
Camp Manitou - Full Session 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 Manitou - Full Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Manitou - Full Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Manitou - Full Session?
Camp Manitou - Full Session is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Manitou - Full Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Manitou - Full Session 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.

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