Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $2,738/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Laurel

Belgrade Lakes region · $2,738/week

Camp Laurel is a co-ed overnight camp in Maine with a wide range of activities in athletics, arts, and adventure.

▌ Editor's read Camp Laurel's website, camplaurel.com, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming adherence to over 300 health and safety standards. The camp, founded by Ron and Ann Scott, has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the camping community. Camp Laurel is a co-ed overnight program located in the Belgrade Lakes region of Maine. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. On Google, Camp Laurel has a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the diverse activities, supportive environment, and positive impact on campers' development. Social media handles include @camplaurel on Instagram and camplaurel on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Laurel 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
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: PO Box 327, Readfield, ME 04355
  • Phone: (203) 227-8866
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: 2026 Tuition is $17,800 for a 6.5-week session.

↗ What parents like

  • Co-ed camp
  • Wide range of activities

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Long session length

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Laurel

What ages does Camp Laurel accept?
Camp Laurel 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 Laurel cost?
Camp Laurel publishes $2,738/week for the standard session. 2026 Tuition is $17,800 for a 6.5-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Laurel's hours?
Camp Laurel 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 Laurel accredited?
Yes — Camp Laurel is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Laurel?
Camp Laurel is operated by a private business, with 70 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 Laurel provide lunch?
Camp Laurel does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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