What ages does Camp Takajo accept?

Camp Takajo 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 Takajo cost?

Camp Takajo publishes $2,500/week for the standard session. Full season tuition is $17,500 for 7 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Takajo's hours?

Camp Takajo 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 Takajo accredited?

Yes — Camp Takajo is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Takajo?

Camp Takajo is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Takajo provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Takajo 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Takajo

Naples, ME · $2,500/week · ★ 4.8 (43 reviews)

A traditional boys' overnight camp in Naples, Maine, offering a wide range of sports, waterfront activities, and...

▌ Editor's read Camp Takajo's website loads as a legitimate camp site, showcasing a comprehensive program for boys. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by Morton J. Goldman, and is a for-profit entity. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mention that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews indicate a strong reputation with a 4.9-star rating from 108 reviews, with parents frequently praising the supportive environment, variety of activities, and positive impact on their sons. The camp offers a wide array of activities including team sports, individual sports, waterfront activities on Long Lake, and creative arts. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camptakajo and a Facebook handle camptakajo.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 193690+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Takajo 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: 1936 (90 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 7–15
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 60 Takajo Road, Naples, ME 04055
Phone: (207) 693-6675
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Full season tuition is $17,500 for 7 weeks.

Runs 24-hour residential, 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 · $17,500

↗ What parents like

Full-season camping experience
Focus on character development
Located in scenic Maine

↘ Watch for

Full-season only
High tuition cost

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Takajo

What ages does Camp Takajo accept?: Camp Takajo 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 Takajo cost?: Camp Takajo publishes $2,500/week for the standard session. Full season tuition is $17,500 for 7 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Takajo's hours?: Camp Takajo 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 Takajo accredited?: Yes — Camp Takajo is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Takajo?: Camp Takajo is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Takajo provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Takajo 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.

Planning guides

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Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Takajo.

Camp Mataponi · Naples, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,486/week