Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session
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 its accreditation valid until 2025, as confirmed on the ACA website. The camp has a long history, operating for over 100 years, founded by Mrs. William J. Pine. A notable strength is its low camper-to-staff ratio of 1:3, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp offers a diverse range of activities including waterfront, land sports, creative arts, and performing arts. While the website details staff qualifications and training, specific language regarding background checks for all staff was not explicitly found. Social media presence is active on Instagram (@camppinecliffe) and Facebook (camppinecliffe).
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1926100+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
Camp Pinecliffe - Second 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
- 1926 (100 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- 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: Tuition for our first-time camper four week session (June 27 - July 24) is $12,500.
↗ What parents like
- Full-season camp
- Founded in 1917
↘ Watch for
- Limited availability
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session
- What ages does Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session accept?
- Camp Pinecliffe - Second 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 - Second Session cost?
- Camp Pinecliffe - Second 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. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session accredited?
- Yes — Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 100 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 Pinecliffe - Second Session provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Pinecliffe - Second 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.
- How does Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?
- Camp Pinecliffe - Second 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Pinecliffe - Second Session 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 - Second Session.
- 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 · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week