Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $2,606/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Matoaka - Full Season

Smithfield · $2,606/week

A traditional girls' overnight camp in Maine, offering a comprehensive summer experience.

▌ Editor's read Camp Matoaka is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified on the ACA website. The camp has been operating for over 60 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the summer camp industry. While the website provides clear rates and dates for its full-season program, it does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background check policies for staff. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram (@campmatoaka) and Facebook (campmatoaka), showcasing camp life and activities. The ownership type is not specified on the provided URL or easily discoverable through a quick search.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Matoaka - Full Season 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
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 330 Matoaka Rd, Smithfield, ME 04978
  • Phone: 207-362-2500
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Full season (47 days) cost is $17,500. This is approximately $2606 per week.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 26 to Aug 12.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Full Session Jun 26 – Aug 12, 2026 · 7 weeks · $17,500

↗ What parents like

  • Beautiful waterfront location
  • Long-standing traditions
  • Focus on personal growth

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Limited session options

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Matoaka - Full Season

What ages does Camp Matoaka - Full Season accept?
Camp Matoaka - Full Season 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 Matoaka - Full Season cost?
Camp Matoaka - Full Season publishes $2,606/week for the standard session. Full season (47 days) cost is $17,500. This is approximately $2606 per week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Matoaka - Full Season accredited?
Yes — Camp Matoaka - Full Season is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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.
Does Camp Matoaka - Full Season provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Matoaka - Full Season 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.
Does Camp Matoaka - Full Season offer transportation?
Camp Matoaka - Full Season provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Camp Matoaka - Full Season compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Smithfield?
Camp Matoaka - Full Season is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Smithfield 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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