Camp Pemigewassett
A summer camp for boys ages 8 to 15 in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, founded 1908.
▌ Editor's read Camp Pemigewassett is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid until 2025, as confirmed on their website's 'About Us' and 'ACA Accreditation' pages. The camp was founded in 1908 by Dr. Edgar Fauver, indicating a long history of operation. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal record and sex offender registry checks, on their 'Staff' page. The camp maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, as noted on their 'About Us' page. Their program focuses on a wide array of activities, including sports, arts, and outdoor adventures, with an emphasis on skill development and fostering a strong community spirit.
Who thrives here Ages 8–15
Camp Pemigewassett 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
- 118 (1908 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 34 Pemi Rd, Wentworth, NH 03282
- Phone: (603) 764-8056
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $11,900 for 7 weeks ($1700/week) for ages 8-12. Prices vary by session and age.
Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 27 to Aug 15.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Full Session Jun 27 – Aug 15, 2026 · 8 weeks · $11,900
- Session 1 Jun 27 – Jul 18, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,500
- Session 2 Jul 19 – Aug 15, 2026 · 4 weeks · $9,700
↗ What parents like
- Over 100 years of experience
- Located in the White Mountains
↘ Watch for
- Boys only
- Expensive
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Pemigewassett
- What ages does Camp Pemigewassett accept?
- Camp Pemigewassett 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 Camp Pemigewassett cost?
- Camp Pemigewassett publishes $1,700/week for the standard session. $11,900 for 7 weeks ($1700/week) for ages 8-12. Prices vary by session and age. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Pemigewassett's hours?
- Camp Pemigewassett 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 Pemigewassett accredited?
- Yes — Camp Pemigewassett is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1908 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 Pemigewassett?
- Camp Pemigewassett is operated by a private business, with 1908 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 Pemigewassett provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Pemigewassett 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Pemigewassett 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 Camp Pemigewassett.
- Camp Pemigewassett · Wentworth, NH · Ages 8–10 · $2,625/week