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YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills

CAMP PATHFINDER - Penn Hills

Traditional day camp in Penn Hills, offering a variety of summer activities for children.

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills loads successfully and is part of the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh's summer day camp offerings. The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh is a non-profit organization. The camp is a day camp, offering activities like swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and field trips. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention, first aid, and CPR. While specific Google reviews for 'Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills' were not readily available as a distinct entity, the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh generally receives positive feedback. Social media handles for the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh are @pittsburghymca on Instagram and PittsburghYMCA on Facebook. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory under 'Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills' or 'YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh'.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 11817 Frankstown Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
  • Phone: 412-795-2600
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills

What ages does YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills accept?
YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills is open to children ages 5–12. 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 YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills cost?
YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills's hours?
YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills?
YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills 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.
How does YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills compare to other traditional day camp camps in Pittsburgh?
YMCA Camp Pathfinder - Penn Hills is one of 17 traditional day camp camps in Pittsburgh 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.

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