Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16 · $2,179/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

Camp Runoia - Full Summer

Belgrade Lakes · $2,179/week

A traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Maine, offering a wide range of activities on Belgrade Lakes.

▌ Editor's read Camp Runoia has been operating for 117 years, founded by Lucy and Jessie Quimby in 1907, indicating a long-standing tradition and experience in youth development (runoia.com/about-runoia/). The camp is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid until 2025, demonstrating adherence to recognized safety and quality standards (runoia.com/about-runoia/). They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal and sex offender checks, highlighting a commitment to camper safety (runoia.com/staff/). The staff-to-camper ratio is 1:3, which is a strong ratio suggesting individualized attention and supervision (runoia.com/about-runoia/). The camp is an all-girls overnight program, offering a focused environment for its campers.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1909117+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Runoia - Full Summer 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
1909 (117 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Address: 328 Runoia Rd, Belgrade Lakes, ME 04918, USA
  • Phone: (207) 495-2225
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Full summer session (47 days) costs $14,600.

1 session (1 one-week), from Aug 2 to Aug 9.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Aug 2 – 9, 2026 · 2 weeks

↗ What parents like

  • Choice-based program
  • Wilderness trip program
  • Focus on personal growth

↘ Watch for

  • Some sessions may be full

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Runoia - Full Summer

What ages does Camp Runoia - Full Summer accept?
Camp Runoia - Full Summer is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Runoia - Full Summer cost?
Camp Runoia - Full Summer publishes $2,179/week for the standard session. Full summer session (47 days) costs $14,600. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Runoia - Full Summer accredited?
Yes — Camp Runoia - Full Summer is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 117 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 Runoia - Full Summer?
Camp Runoia - Full Summer is operated by a private business, with 117 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 Runoia - Full Summer provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Runoia - Full Summer 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.
How does Camp Runoia - Full Summer compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Belgrade Lakes?
Camp Runoia - Full Summer is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Belgrade Lakes 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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