Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program
A 14-day summer camp program for campers entering 7th grade and younger, with over 65 daily activities to choose from.
▌ Editor's read Camp Pontiac's website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of its programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, signifying compliance with over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. The camp has been operating for over 50 years, founded by Jay Jordan, and is a for-profit entity. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Pontiac offers an overnight program with a wide range of activities including sports, arts, and water activities. Google reviews show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the variety of activities and the positive impact on their children. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @camppontiac and a Facebook page 'camppontiac'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 197650+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–11
Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1976 (50 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–11
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 2044 County Road 7, Copake, NY 12516
- Phone: (908) 470-9317
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $3250 for the 14-day session.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 26 to Jul 24.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 26 – Jul 24, 2026 · 5 weeks · $11,950
↗ What parents like
- 65+ daily activities
- Choose your activities daily
- Experienced returning staff
↘ Watch for
- Registration link is broken
- Expensive
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program
- What ages does Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program accept?
- Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Pontiac - Four-Week Program cost?
- Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program publishes $1,625/week for the standard session. $3250 for the 14-day session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program's hours?
- Camp Pontiac - Four-Week 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 Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program accredited?
- Yes — Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 50 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 Pontiac - Four-Week Program?
- Camp Pontiac - Four-Week Program is operated by a private business, with 50 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 Pontiac - Four-Week Program provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Pontiac - Four-Week 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.
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