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Quinipet Camp offers both day camp and sleepaway camp options in a scenic, Long Island Sound location. Photo courtesy of the center
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4/18/22 - By Jaime Sumersille

Long Island families are blessed to be surrounded by great options for summer camps, but when kids outgrow the local summer day camp, finding the perfect summer camp program can prove challenging. We've done the legwork for you, though, and found 15 summer camps on Long Island catering to teens and tweens. These summer camps keep big kids' interests at heart and their inventive programming is practically guaranteed to get your teens and tweens out the door daily, no nagging necessary.

For more summer camps in Long Island, including picks for everything from preschool summer camps on Long Island, to our top picks for summer camps in Suffolk County and Nassau County's best summer camps, be sure to bookmark our Long Island Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory where you can search for summer camps by type, age, and town.

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Hofstra's summer camps offer a wide variety of programming to fit any interest, from sports to academics. Photo courtesy of Hofstra
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Uniondale
The largest university-based summer camp program on Long Island, this program provides campers with full access to state-of-the-art classrooms, computer and science labs, professional-grade athletic fields, and air-conditioned indoor facilities, including an Olympic-size pool. READ MORE

Yankees Baseball Summer Camps

Brookville
Fans of the Bronx Bombers are sure to flip for this summer camp experience, which comes with a full Yankees uniform and a revamped curriculum, plus a visit to Yankee Stadium where they can cheer on the big league club. All experience levels are welcome, and instruction focuses on age-appropriate skills. All campers receive a tailored scouting report and exclusive ticket deals and discounts.  READ MORE

Oasis Day Camps - Long Island

Brookville
Oasis' LIU Campus runs programs from June through August. Early drop-offs, late stays, and transportation are available for an extra fee. A two-week commitment is required, and discounts are available for early registrants and returning families. A Teen Travel program offers plenty of engaging outings for the oldest campers. READ MORE

Pulse Sports Summer Camps - Long Island

Woodmere
Pulse Sports Camps have been designed and developed by a team of professional coaches with decades of experience coaching and educating children and teens. Programs feature low coach-to-player ratios, multiprogram discounts, daily lunch, and swim at select locations. Sport options include tennis, soccer, and the flagship multi-sports program.  READ MORE

Camp Tech Revolution at NYIT

Old Westbury
Camp Tech Revolution at NYIT offers a summer camp curriculum in 35+ subjects. The focus here is on hands-on, experiential learning, and tech-centered learning. Kids gain real-world skills that can give them a leg up in the tech industry while completing awesome projects and building self-esteem. READ MORE
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Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts

Wheatley Heights
Diverse and playfully rigorous from the start, for nearly 50 years Usdan has brought world-class teachers and visiting artists—actors, directors, playwrights, painters, sculptors, musicians, composers, dancers, poets, and novelists—to teach and collaborate with campers. Catering to grade K-12, the Usdan experience is unique among arts summer camps in the region, as it brings together the rigor of artistic practice and the playfulness of a classic summer camp, with places to swim, play sports, and practice yoga and archery.  READ MORE

Young People's Day Camps at the Knox School

St. James and Hicksville
Young People's Day Camps of Nassau and Suffolk County offer private summer day camp options for boys and girls ages 4-14. Its philosophy is to “grow” children intellectually, physically, and spiritually in a fun environment!  READ MORE

Crestwood Country Day Camp and School

Melville
Run by the team behind Crestwood School, Crestwood Day Camp offers a well-rounded camp program with a variety of enrollment options to suit families' needs. Little ones can attend mini-days or choose a three-day week option. Separate preschool facilities engage kids at a just-right level. Their inclusive tuition includes door-to-door transportation, lunch, snacks, camp t-shirt, towel service, all activities, equipment, and all trips. READ MORE

Kenwal Day Camp

Melville
The 20-acre Kenwal Camp is jam-packed with activities for a high-energy day of summer fun. Explore its eight zip lines, sports fields, courts, a lake for boating, four pools (one with a giant slide), and playgrounds. Kenwal offers a range of sports, swimming instruction, drama, music, arts and crafts, and a nature program. Children spend part of each day in general activities, and then have the choice of focusing on a particular interest or skill.  READ MORE

Ivy League Camp and Day School

Smithtown
Ivy League Day Camp offers a little something other camps might not have: private tutoring for academics. Held on the private school campus of the same name, campers have access to tutoring in most academic subjects during the summer. Camp activities include a ropes course, sports, aquatics, arts, and theater. There are programs for kids ages 2 to 15, including an overnight travel camp for high schoolers.  READ MORE

YMCA of Long Island Summer Camps

Multiple Locations
The YMCA of Long Island offers a range of programming, no matter your child's age or interest. Its camps teach sportsmanship and teamwork while building self-expression. YMCA summer camps build self-confidence, lasting relationships, and provide plenty of active fun.  READ MORE

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Cedars Kids Club Golf Summer Camp

Cutchogue
This North Fork, par-3 course emphasizes fun in its summer camp program. Kids from beginners to advanced skill levels learn basic golf skills, techniques, and rules from a certified instructor. All campers get passes to return and play on the course.  READ MORE

Cornell 4H Camp - Peconic Dunes

Southold
This sleepaway/day camp in Southold is located on the Long Island Sound. Accommodations are screened cabins. Activities include archery, arts and crafts, farm-to-table cooking, and more.  READ MORE

DPF 4-H Camp Summer Sleepaway Camp and Day Camp

Riverhead
Located on the majestic Long Island Sound in Riverhead, Flint Day Camp is the day camp portion of the Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Sleepaway Camp. Its programming focuses on helping campers reach their full potential. Campers are encouraged to take risks, try new activities, and create a welcoming community. READ MORE

Quinipet Camp & Retreat ​Center

Shelter Island
Camp Quinipet sits on a large, partially wooded peninsula with wonderful water views from almost everywhere. There is no swimming pool, but there is a sandy beach and a dock with all sorts of watercraft. Activities include fishing, yoga, sailing, rock band, and arts and crafts. The camp offers a sleepaway program, day camp, and a sailing school.  READ MORE

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