Camp Wigwam
Camp Wigwam is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Waterford, Maine, offering a wide range of activities from athletics to arts and waterfront pr...
▌ Editor's read Camp Wigwam's website, campwigwam.com, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp for boys. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating adherence to industry safety and quality standards. Founded in 1910 by Abraham Mandelstam, the camp has been operating for 115 years, suggesting a strong legacy and experience in youth programming. It is an overnight camp, offering a traditional summer experience. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 37 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's positive impact on their sons' development and the variety of activities offered. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campwigwam and a Facebook handle 'campwigwam'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1911115+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
Camp Wigwam 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 arts 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
- 1911 (115 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 7–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 57 Wigwam Pass, Waterford, ME 04088, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Rates are inclusive of all costs, except for travel to and from camp and envelope money.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Wigwam
- What ages does Camp Wigwam accept?
- Camp Wigwam 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 Wigwam cost?
- Camp Wigwam publishes $2,143/week for the standard session. USD. Rates are inclusive of all costs, except for travel to and from camp and envelope money. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Wigwam's hours?
- Camp Wigwam 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 Wigwam accredited?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 115 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 Wigwam?
- Camp Wigwam is operated by a private business, with 115 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 Wigwam provide lunch?
- Camp Wigwam 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Wigwam with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Arts and performing arts camps guide · Compare portfolio, rehearsal, show, and creative fit.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Wigwam.
- Camp Wigwam · Ages 7–15 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
- Camp Wigwam - Half Session - First · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,914/week
- Camp Wigwam - Half Session - Second · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–13 · $2,914/week
- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session I · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session II · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - Full Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,143/week
- Camp Wigwam - Umbrella · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week