Camp Pontiac - Full Season
A traditional 28-day summer camp program for campers entering 8th grade and older, with over 65 daily activities to...
▌ Editor's read Camp Pontiac's website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of its programs and facilities. The camp has been operating for over 50 years, founded by Jay Jordan, and is a for-profit entity. While not listed in the ACA directory, the website states that all staff undergo background checks. The program is exclusively overnight, catering to campers aged 7-16 with a focus on sports, arts, and adventure. Google reviews average 4.6 stars from 105 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's ability to foster independence and create lasting friendships. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@camppontiac) and Facebook (camppontiac) page, showcasing camp life and activities.
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Camp Pontiac - Full Season 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
- Not verified
- Established
- 1976 (50 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 2044 County Road 7, Copake, NY 12516
- Phone: (908) 470-9317
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $6150 for the 28-day session.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 26 to Aug 13.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Full Season Jun 26 – Aug 13, 2026 · 7 weeks · $16,950
↗ What parents like
- 65+ daily activities
- Choose your activities daily
- Experienced returning staff
↘ Watch for
- Registration link is broken
- Expensive
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Pontiac - Full Season
- What ages does Camp Pontiac - Full Season accept?
- Camp Pontiac - Full Season 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 Pontiac - Full Season cost?
- Camp Pontiac - Full Season publishes $1,537/week for the standard session. $6150 for the 28-day session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Pontiac - Full Season's hours?
- Camp Pontiac - Full Season 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.
- Who runs Camp Pontiac - Full Season?
- Camp Pontiac - Full Season is operated by a private business, with 50 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 Pontiac - Full Season provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Pontiac - Full Season 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
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