Camp Pinemere
Camp Pinemere is a Jewish overnight summer camp in the Pocono Mountains offering a diverse range of activities for campers to grow and build lasting friendsh...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Pinemere website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp's 'About Us' page states it has been operating for 80 years, founded by Herb and Anne Wegner. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks, including criminal record checks and child abuse clearances. Camp Pinemere is an overnight camp with a focus on Jewish values and community, offering a wide array of activities from arts and sports to outdoor adventure. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 107 reviews, with many reviewers praising the caring staff, strong community, and positive impact on their children's development.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–15
Camp Pinemere sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 6–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 865 Bartonsville Woods Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Full season (7 weeks) is $12,750. Shorter sessions are available at different rates. Sibling discounts and financial aid are available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Pinemere
- What ages does Camp Pinemere accept?
- Camp Pinemere is open to children ages 6–15. 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 Pinemere cost?
- Camp Pinemere publishes $2,025/week for the standard session. USD. Full season (7 weeks) is $12,750. Shorter sessions are available at different rates. Sibling discounts and financial aid are available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Pinemere's hours?
- Camp Pinemere 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 Pinemere accredited?
- Yes — Camp Pinemere is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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.
- Does Camp Pinemere provide lunch?
- Camp Pinemere 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 Pinemere with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Arts and performing arts camps guide · Compare portfolio, rehearsal, show, and creative fit.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Pinemere.
- International Gymnastics Camp · Pocono Mountains · Ages 7–17 · $1,695/week
- International Sports Training Camp · Ages 5–12 · $2,100/week