Camp · Specialty · Ages 8–17 · $1,625/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 8–17

Harbor Camps

New Hampshire · $1,625/week

Harbor Camps offers traditional overnight camp experiences for youth on Lake Winnipesaukee.

▌ Editor's read Harbor Camps operates as a non-profit overnight camp for children aged 8-15, located in New Hampshire. 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, confirming their commitment to health and safety standards. The 'About Us' page states that the camp was founded by Bill and Judy and has been operating for over 60 years, emphasizing a rich history and tradition. The camp explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not published, the camp emphasizes a supportive and caring environment. Google reviews for 'Harbor Camps' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 50 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and social skills. 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 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–17

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
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 8–17
  • Hours: overnight
  • Address: 1 Harbor Rd, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
  • Phone: 603-569-3900
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Full rate is $1625/week, subsidized rate is $1110/week.

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 8–17. 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 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.
Who runs Harbor Camps?
Harbor Camps is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 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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