Camp Towanda
Camp Towanda is a traditional, co-ed overnight camp in the Pocono Mountains offering a wide range of activities and...
▌ Editor's read Camp Towanda's website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by the ACA logo and link on their homepage. The 'About Us' section states the camp has been operating for over 60 years, founded by Morton and Mitzi Pines. The 'Staff' page explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal record checks and reference verification. A staff-to-camper ratio of 1:2 is prominently displayed on the 'Staff' page. The camp offers a traditional overnight program for boys and girls, with a wide array of activities detailed across various sections of the site. Social media handles for Instagram and Facebook are easily accessible, indicating an active online presence.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Towanda 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
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 700 Niles Pond Road, Honesdale, PA 18431
- Phone: (570) 253-3288
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Full season tuition is $16,475 for 7 weeks.
Runs 24-hour residential, 2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 24 to Aug 11.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Full Season Jun 24 – Aug 11, 2026 · 7 weeks · $16,475
- 4-Week Intro Program Jun 24 – Jul 23, 2026 · 5 weeks · $10,350
↗ What parents like
- Emphasis on camp traditions
- Beautiful lakeside setting
↘ Watch for
- Website lacks detailed information
- Limited session options
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Towanda
- What ages does Camp Towanda accept?
- Camp Towanda is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Camp Towanda cost?
- Camp Towanda publishes $2,354/week for the standard session. Full season tuition is $16,475 for 7 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Towanda's hours?
- Camp Towanda 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 Towanda accredited?
- Yes — Camp Towanda 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 Camp Towanda?
- Camp Towanda is operated by a private business, 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 Camp Towanda provide lunch?
- Camp Towanda does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Towanda 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 Towanda.
- Camp Cayuga · Camp Cayuga · Ages 6–16 · $1,425/week
- Bryn Mawr Horseback Riding Camp · Honesdale · Ages 11–16 · $2,975/week
- Camp Moshava I.O. - Full Session · Honesdale, PA · Ages 8–14 · $1,923/week