Best Sleepaway Summer Camps in the Northeast

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Set a course for summer adventure at the top sleepaway camps in the Northeast! Photo courtesy of Camp Runoia

There’s nothing quite like sleepaway camp—the crackle of a campfire, the thrill of a cannonball into the lake, and the kind of friendships that last way beyond summer. Whether kids are perfecting their archery skills, putting on a Broadway-worthy performance, or even training to be a spy (yes, really!), these overnight camps in the Northeast deliver nonstop adventure.

We’ve rounded up the absolute best sleepaway camps in the Northeast, offering everything from classic campfire singalongs to jaw-dropping specialty programs. Summer might feel far away, but the best camps fill up fast—so now’s the time to lock in an unforgettable summer for your camper!

Looking for more summer camp options? Be sure to bookmark our Summer Camp Guide and peruse our full Camp Directory for more programs to fit any budget and interest.

19 Indoor Playgrounds in Dallas & Fort Worth Kids Will Love

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Between locations in Frisco, McKinney, Grapevine, and Arlington, there’s bound to be an adorable PeeknPlay indoor play space near you. Photo courtesy of PeeknPlay

Looking for indoor playgrounds and play spaces? Take your pick from this list of the metroplex's very best. 

Indoor playgrounds and play spaces are North Texas parents’ secret weapon. Between the hot summer days and the random winter weather, you never know when you’ll need things to do indoors. Colorful rooms, ball pits, slides, and tons of pretend play opens up a world of possibilities for little kids, and luckily, DFW is filled with unique spots waiting for you and your family.

Even better, these places have perks for parents too—free Wi-Fi, coffee nearby (a must), and in some cases, frozen yogurt for when playtime is over. From Dallas and Plano to Grapevine and beyond, these are some of the best indoor playgrounds and play spaces in DFW.

For more fun things to do, check out 75 free things to do with kids in Dallas, or take a peek at the calendar for family-centric events you don’t want to miss.

Top Free and Affordable Summer Camps in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia

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Even tweens and teens can enjoy summer camp through Alexandria Parks & Rec. Photo courtesy of the Alexandria Department of Parks & Recreation

Free and adorable summer camps can be hard to come by, especially in the DC area. But they do exist—if you know where to look!

We've found 14 summer camps in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia that are reasonably priced and full of fun (and even a couple of free ones). From traditional day camps to coding and STEM camps to music and art camps, there’s an affordable summer camp option to fit every child’s interest, from preschoolers all the way through teens. Registration has already begun for many of these popular camps, so sign up soon!

For more summer camps in the DC metro area, including great picks for preschool summer camps near DC, be sure to bookmark our Washington DC Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory, where you can search for summer camps by type, age, and town.

Free and Cheap Summer Camps in Los Angeles

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Camp Hollywoodland is an affordable sleepaway camp in the heart of LA. Photo courtesy of laparks.org

There are a variety of free and cheap summer camps in Los Angeles for kids to keep them entertained while keeping costs at a minimum. If you are hoping to give your kids a camp experience without parting with a chunk of change, the list below is for you! These camps are all very affordable, and a few are even (gasp!) completely free. Check out these free and cheap summer camps in Los Angeles for your kids, tweens, and teens now, as spots will fill up fast. 

For more summer camp options, browse STEM camps in Los Angeles, and LA musical theater camps. Find even more options in our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide, or peruse our Camp Directory of listings by interest, age, and area.

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