What ages does Harbor Camps accept?

Harbor Camps is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Harbor Camps cost?

Harbor Camps publishes $1,625/week for the standard session. Full rate is $1625/week, subsidized rate is $1110/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Harbor Camps's hours?

Harbor Camps runs overnight. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is Harbor Camps accredited?

Yes — Harbor Camps is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Harbor Camps?

Harbor Camps is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Harbor Camps provide lunch?

Yes — Harbor Camps 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.

▌ Specialty · Ages 8–15

Harbor Camps

New Hampshire · $1,625/week

Overnight summer camp in New Hampshire offering a variety of activities for children aged 8-15.

▌ Editor's read Harbor Camps is a non-profit overnight summer camp located in New Hampshire, offering programs for campers aged 6-16. The website, harborcamps.org, loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to over 300 health, safety, and program quality standards. The camp was founded by Bill and Judy Denton and has been operating for over 75 years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to youth development. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not published, the camp emphasizes a supportive and inclusive community. Google reviews for 'Harbor Camps' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and social skills.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195175+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 8–15

Harbor Camps is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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: 1951 (75 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 8–15
Hours: overnight
Address: 132 Health Camp Rd, Meredith, NH 03253
Phone: (603) 279-6262
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Full rate is $1625/week, subsidized rate is $1110/week.

Runs overnight, 4 sessions (2 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 8.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,250
Session 2 Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,250
Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 1, 2026 · 1 week · $1,625
Session 4 Aug 2 – 8, 2026 · 1 week · $1,625

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Harbor Camps

What ages does Harbor Camps accept?: Harbor Camps is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Harbor Camps cost?: Harbor Camps publishes $1,625/week for the standard session. Full rate is $1625/week, subsidized rate is $1110/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Harbor Camps's hours?: Harbor Camps runs overnight. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Harbor Camps accredited?: Yes — Harbor Camps is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Harbor Camps?: Harbor Camps is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Harbor Camps provide lunch?: Yes — Harbor Camps 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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