Camp Laurel South
A premier co-ed summer camp in Maine offering a wide range of activities on a beautiful lakefront setting.
▌ Editor's read Camp Laurel South is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as confirmed by the ACA search tool. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on its 'About Us' page, indicating a commitment to supervision. Furthermore, the 'Staff' section of their website mentions that all staff undergo 'extensive background checks,' demonstrating a focus on camper safety. The camp has been operating for over 30 years, suggesting a long-standing presence and experience in the camping industry. Their website details a comprehensive array of activities, from watersports to creative arts, catering to diverse interests.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 199630+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1996 (30 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 1250 US-202, Casco, ME 04015, USA
- Phone: (207) 627-4763
- Email: info@camplaurelsouth.com
- Cost notes: 2026 tuition is $10,200 for a 3.5 week session.
2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 25 to Aug 16.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 25 – Jul 19, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,200
- Session 2 Jul 23 – Aug 16, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,200
↗ What parents like
- Beautiful lakefront location
- Action-packed 3.5-week sessions
↘ Watch for
- High tuition cost
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Laurel South
- What ages does Camp Laurel South accept?
- Camp Laurel South 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 Laurel South cost?
- Camp Laurel South publishes $2,914/week for the standard session. 2026 tuition is $10,200 for a 3.5 week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Laurel South accredited?
- Yes — Camp Laurel South is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 30 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 Laurel South?
- Camp Laurel South is operated by a private business, with 30 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 Laurel South provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Laurel South 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.
- Does Camp Laurel South offer transportation?
- Camp Laurel South provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
- How does Camp Laurel South compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Casco?
- Camp Laurel South is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Casco 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 Laurel South 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 Laurel South.
- Camp Laurel South - First Session · Ages 7–16 · $2,550/week
- Camp Sunshine · Casco, Maine, USA · Ages 5–12
- Camp Sunshine · Camp Sunshine · Ages 5–12
- Camp Laurel South · Ages 7–15
- Camp Laurel South · Ages 7–15 · $2,475/week
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