14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger
Traditional overnight camp in the Poconos with 65+ activities and camper choice.
▌ Editor's read Camp Lohikan's website loads as a real camp site, offering a comprehensive overview of its programs and facilities. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, signifying adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp, founded by Fred and Lillian Buynak, has been operating for 67 years, demonstrating significant experience in youth camping. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mention that all staff undergo background checks. The camp offers an extensive program with over 65 activities, catering to a wide range of interests. Google reviews for Camp Lohikan average 4.6 stars from over 200 reviews, with many parents praising the variety of activities and the positive impact on their children's development.
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1959 (67 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 343 Wallerville Rd, Lake Como, PA 18437
- Phone: (908) 470-9317
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $2825 for the session.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Aug 9 to Aug 22.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- 14 Day Session Aug 9 – 22, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,825
↗ What parents like
- Over 65 daily activities
- Choose your activities daily
- Experienced returning staff
↘ Watch for
- Additional fees for canteen
- No refunds for early departure
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger
- What ages does 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger accept?
- 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger is open to children ages 6–12. 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 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger cost?
- 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger publishes $1,413/week for the standard session. $2825 for the session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger's hours?
- 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger 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 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger accredited?
- Yes — 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 67 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 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger?
- 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger is operated by a private business, with 67 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 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger provide lunch?
- Yes — 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger 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 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lake Como?
- 14 Day Session (August 9 - August 22) - 7th grade and younger is one of 17 overnight/sleepaway camps in Lake Como 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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