Camp · Arts · Ages 6–16 · $1,928/week
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Camp Saginaw

Camp Saginaw · $1,928/week · ★ 4.6 (131 reviews)

Camp Saginaw is a traditional overnight summer camp in Pennsylvania offering a wide range of activities for campers aged 6-16, focusing on growth, friendship...

▌ Editor's read Camp Saginaw's website, campsaginaw.com, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2024, confirming adherence to recognized safety and operational standards. The camp, founded by Andy and Robin, has been operating for over 80 years, indicating a long-standing history and experience in summer camping. It is an overnight camp for children aged 6-16. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Saginaw show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's nurturing environment and diverse activities. The camp maintains an active presence on social media with an Instagram handle @campsaginaw and a Facebook page 'campsaginaw'.
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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 6–16

Camp Saginaw 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 arts 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: Arts
  • Ages: 6–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 740 Saginaw Road, Oxford, PA 19363, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Full season is $13,500. Shorter sessions are available. Sibling and alumni discounts are available, as well as financial assistance.

Runs 24-hour residential, 6 sessions (2 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 8.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Full Season Jun 21 – Aug 8, 2026 · 7 weeks · $13,500
  • First Half Jun 21 – Jul 18, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,700
  • Two Weeks Jun 21 – Jul 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,200
  • Second Half Jul 19 – Aug 8, 2026 · 3 weeks · $7,050
  • Rookie Day Jul 25 – 25, 2026 · 1 week · $50
  • Rookie Day Aug 1 – 1, 2026 · 1 week · $50

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Saginaw

What ages does Camp Saginaw accept?
Camp Saginaw is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Saginaw cost?
Camp Saginaw publishes $1,928/week for the standard session. USD. Full season is $13,500. Shorter sessions are available. Sibling and alumni discounts are available, as well as financial assistance. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Saginaw's hours?
Camp Saginaw 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 Saginaw accredited?
Yes — Camp Saginaw 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 Saginaw?
Camp Saginaw 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 Saginaw provide lunch?
Camp Saginaw does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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