Harbor Camps Summer Program
Overnight summer camp in New Hampshire offering a variety of activities for children aged 8-15.
▌ Editor's read Harbor Camps Summer Program is an ACA-accredited overnight camp in New Hampshire, with accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has been operating for over 75 years, indicating a strong history and experience in youth programming. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a focus on camper safety. The program caters to campers aged 8-16, offering a traditional camp experience with activities like watersports, arts, and outdoor adventures. 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 the supportive community. The camp is run by a nonprofit organization. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @harborcamps and a Facebook page 'harborcamps'.
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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
Who thrives here Ages 8–15
Harbor Camps Summer Program 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
- 1951 (75 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 132 Health Camp Rd, Meredith, NH 03253
- Phone: (603) 279-6262
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Full Rate: $1625/week. Subsidized Rate: $1110/week (honor system). Financial aid available. Bus service from/to Boston-Logan Airport for $100 each way.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Harbor Camps Summer Program
- What ages does Harbor Camps Summer Program accept?
- Harbor Camps Summer Program 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 Summer Program cost?
- Harbor Camps Summer Program publishes $1,625/week for the standard session. USD. Full Rate: $1625/week. Subsidized Rate: $1110/week (honor system). Financial aid available. Bus service from/to Boston-Logan Airport for $100 each way. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Harbor Camps Summer Program's hours?
- Harbor Camps Summer Program 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 Harbor Camps Summer Program accredited?
- Yes — Harbor Camps Summer Program 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 Summer Program?
- Harbor Camps Summer Program 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 Summer Program provide lunch?
- Yes — Harbor Camps Summer Program 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.
- How does Harbor Camps Summer Program compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Meredith?
- Harbor Camps Summer Program is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Meredith 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Harbor Camps Summer Program with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Harbor Camps Summer Program.
- Harbor Camps · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week
- Harbor Camps · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week
- Harbor Camps · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week
- Harbor Camps Summer Program · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week
- Harbor Camps Summer Program · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week
- Harbor Camps Summer Program · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week
- Harbor Camps Summer Program · New Hampshire · Ages 8–15 · $1,625/week