Camp Pinecliffe
A traditional girls' overnight camp in Maine offering a diverse program of activities and a supportive community.
▌ Editor's read Camp Pinecliffe is an ACA accredited all-girls overnight camp, with accreditation valid through 2025, as evidenced by their ACA profile. The camp has a long history, operating since 1917, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They maintain a favorable camper-to-staff ratio of 1:3, as indicated on their 'Dates & Rates' page. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle (@camppinecliffe) and Facebook page (@camppinecliffe). While the website details extensive activities and a focus on community, there is no explicit mention of background checks for staff. The camp is privately owned and operated, reflecting a for-profit structure given its long-standing family ownership and traditional camp model.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1091917+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 109 (1917 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 100 Pinecliffe Rd, Harrison, ME 04040
- Phone: (207) 583-2201
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Full session (48 days) cost is $17,150. This is approximately $2450 per week.
1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 27 to Aug 13.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 27 – Aug 13, 2026 · 7 weeks · $17,150
↗ What parents like
- Full-season camp
- Focus on tradition
- Well-rounded program
↘ Watch for
- High cost
- Limited session options
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Pinecliffe
- What ages does Camp Pinecliffe accept?
- Camp Pinecliffe is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Pinecliffe cost?
- Camp Pinecliffe publishes $2,450/week for the standard session. Full session (48 days) cost is $17,150. This is approximately $2450 per week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Pinecliffe accredited?
- Yes — Camp Pinecliffe is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1917 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 Pinecliffe?
- Camp Pinecliffe is operated by a private business, with 1917 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 Pinecliffe provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Pinecliffe 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 Pinecliffe compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?
- Camp Pinecliffe is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Pinecliffe 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 Pinecliffe.
- Camp Fernwood · Ages 7–15 · $2,357/week
- Camp Newfound - Full Season · Ages 6–17 · $1,986/week
- Camp Owatonna · Ages 8–15 · $1,986/week
- Camp Pinecliffe - First Session · Ages 7–15 · $3,125/week
- Camp Pinecliffe - Full Season · Harrison, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
- Camp Newfound · Ages 8–16 · $1,283/week
- Camp Owatonna · Ages 8–15 · $1,283/week
- Camp Pinecliffe · Harrison, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week