Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $3,125/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Pinecliffe - First Session

Harrison · $3,125/week

First session of a traditional girls' overnight camp in Maine, offering a diverse program of activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Pinecliffe is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed on their website's 'About Us' page. The camp boasts a low staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, which is explicitly stated on their 'Staff' page, indicating strong supervision. They have a long history, operating for over 80 years, founded by Monnie and Mike Flint, as detailed in their 'About Us' section. The camp's 'Staff' page also mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring camper safety. Their social media presence includes an active Instagram (@camppinecliffe) and Facebook (@camppinecliffe) account, showcasing camp life. The camp's 'Dates & Rates' page confirms its overnight program type and provides session details.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Pinecliffe - First Session 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 overnight/sleepaway 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
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 100 Pinecliffe Rd, Harrison, ME 04040
  • Phone: (207) 583-2201
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tuition for our first-time camper four week session (June 27 - July 24) is $12,500. The program has limited availability. Full session tuition is $17,150.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 27 to Jul 24.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 27 – Jul 24, 2026 · 4 weeks · $12,500

↗ What parents like

  • Long-standing tradition since 1917
  • Structured choice program
  • Beautiful wilderness setting

↘ Watch for

  • Full-season camp only
  • Limited availability for first-time campers

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Pinecliffe - First Session

What ages does Camp Pinecliffe - First Session accept?
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session 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 - First Session cost?
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session publishes $3,125/week for the standard session. Tuition for our first-time camper four week session (June 27 - July 24) is $12,500. The program has limited availability. Full session tuition is $17,150. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Pinecliffe - First Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Pinecliffe - First Session 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.
Who runs Camp Pinecliffe - First Session?
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session is operated by a private business, with 80 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 - First Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Pinecliffe - First Session 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.
Does Camp Pinecliffe - First Session offer transportation?
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Camp Pinecliffe - First Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session 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.

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