Newtown Yardley, PA Summer Camps Guide
A comprehensive guide to all local area camps in Newtown and Yardley including academic camps, day camps, computer and technology camps, sports camps, performing and visual arts camps, special needs camps, and sleep-away camps! Also listed are educational programs, summer activities, and articles addressing first time campers and choosing the right camp for your child.
Princeton Day School
609-924-6700
Princeton Day School Summer Programs offers seven weeks of academic, athletic and enrichment programming on the school's 106-acre campus. Built-in scheduling flexibility allows parents to create half-day or full-day options that will be memorable experiences for campers. Camp facilities utilize our entire campus, including our STEAM Centers and classrooms, state-of-the-art athletic facilities, organic garden and one-of-a-kind ropes course. Campers from all local schools are welcome to attend! For more information, visit
www.pds.org/summer-programs/ or email
summerprograms@pds.org.
Black Bear Lake Day Camp
609-259-1777
Black Bear Lake Day Camp provides children with a warm, nurturing environment where they build confidence, develop valuable life skills, expand social connections, and experience new adventures every day.
At Black Bear, camper choice is the key to a truly unforgettable summer. Each week, campers create their own personalized schedules by choosing from an exciting variety of electives. Options include swimming in our heated pools, professionally coached sports, fine and performing arts, outdoor adventure, horseback riding, fishing, and waterfront activities on our beautiful 5-acre lake. Our flexible, well-rounded program offers something for everyone while fostering teamwork, friendship, independence, and a strong sense of community—what we believe are the true treasures of the summer camp experience.
Tuition includes transportation from Lower Bucks County, hot lunch served in our fully air-conditioned dining facility, towel service, and flexible 4- to 8-week sessions.
For more information, visit
www.blackbearlake.com
Liberty Lake Day Camp
609-499-7820
Liberty Lake Day Camp is a transformative outdoor experience, building character and community. Campers leave their screens at home and forge friendships in the great outdoors on sixty magnificent shady acres. Campers customize their days with the "Freedom of Choice" elective program, choosing Athletics, Fine/Performing Arts, STEM, Swimming, Boating, Fishing and Adventure. "All-inclusive" tuition includes bus transportation, catered lunches, and 3-8 week sessions. Space is limited. For more details, reach out ASAP!
In-Person Tours by Appointment or Take a Virtual Tour visit www.LibertyLakeDayCamp.com
TCNJ ArtsComm Summer Programs for High School Students
Explore 2D animation, game design, graphic design, comics, video production, music education, and music technology this summer at The College of New Jersey. TCNJ School of the Arts and Communication is excited to offer on-campus summer experiences for high school students: Future Music Educators Institute (June 28-July 3), 2D Animation Camp (July 5–10), Graphic Design Camp (July 5–10), Music Technology Camp (July 5–10), Comics Camp (July 12-17), Game Design Camp (July 12–17), Summer Brass Institute (July 12-17), Summer Saxophone Institute (July 12-17), Video Production Camp (July 12-17). Both commuter and residential options are available.More information and to register, visit:
https://artscomm.tcnj.edu/summercamps/
School of Rock Newtown
215-968-7700
For nearly two decades, School of Rock Newtown has been inspiring kids to rock on stage and in life. We believe the best way to LEARN music is to PLAY music. We take students from the lesson room to the stage, developing both their confidence and musicianship with programs designed for ALL skill levels. School of Rock Newtown teaches guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, drums and combines weekly private music lessons with group band rehearsals to prepare students to take the stage in front of live audiences in authentic concert settings. Our one-week themed summer camp sessions are Monday-Friday from 9:30am to 3pm with a LIVE performance for family and friends at the School on the Friday of each session. Our 2026 Summer Camp themes are Rock 101 (7-12 year olds), Classic Rock, 80s Rock, Best of the 90s, and 21st Century Modern Rock. See our website for details.
Firefly Camps
347-613-5206
FRIENDSHIP, FREEDOM, FUN with FIREFLY: Firefly Camp is the best place for children to unplug, play, and grow. Through a mix of sports, outdoor adventures, and classic camp games, campers stay active, engaged, and having fun all day. Firefly offers children the chance to try new activities, build lasting friendships, and develop confidence and independence in a safe, supportive, and healthy environment, all while creating unforgettable summer memories
DOYLESTOWN SPORTS CAMP
A multi-sport camp based on a positive and welcoming environment for all children 5-13. By focusing on play, building character, and championing individual challenges, the Firefly Sports Camp empowers kids to grow and develop at their own pace. Join us for a fun and exciting new way to experience safe sports: Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Pickleball, Kickball, Volleyball, Softball, Badminton, Table Tennis, and more.
River Crossing YMCA Summer Camps
215-999-9622
River Crossing YMCA is your passport to summer fun! With dozens of summer camp locations, River Crossing YMCA offers endless opportunities for adventure and discovery across Bucks, Hunterdon, Lehigh, and Northampton counties. Camp Bucks includes locations in Doylestown, Fairless Hills, Holland, New Hope-Solebury, Quakertown, and Warminster. From traditional day camps to specialty programs like sports, arts, STEM, nature exploration, esports and more; there's a camp for every child! Y camps provide a summer filled with friendships, accomplishment, and belonging with flexible weekly options and extended care. Counselor-in-training programs aim to develop young teens into positive role models and learn responsibility and leadership. Ability Camp options for kids, teens and young adults with special needs, provide an immersive, mainstream-inclusive experience as well as leadership opportunities for older campers. Register by May 4 for early bird pricing. Financial assistance is available.
Snipes Farm and Education Center
215-295-1138 x102
Snipes Farm Day Camp for children ages 6-12 and the Camp Leadership Program (CLP) for youth ages 13-15 are programs that connect kids to nature and a 7- generation working farm. Care of animals and a garden, harvesting fresh ingredients and cooking, art, archery, environmental education and games fill the days. Campers have adventures on 80 acres of the farm: its woods, creeks, a meadow and bird blind and an array of beautiful gardens. The Camp Leadership Program for teens includes the camp activities as well as team building, Citizen Science, farm projects and leadership development To learn more or to register:
www.snipesfarm.org/summer
Rambling Pines Day Camp
(609) 466-1212
Rambling Pines will be back for our 50th Season of Fun in 2026. Tuition includes door-to-door transportation, daily lunch (including cookout on Fridays) and a afternoon snack. The sprawling Hopewell campus, on 225 acres, includes 2 lakes, 4 swimming pools, 4 tennis courts, 4 Ga Ga courts, sports fields, a gymnasium, extensive indoor facilities including creative and performing arts studios, mini-golf course, a low ropes challenge course, a golf driving range, mountain biking trails and more! Since 1976, we have provided just the right combination of fun and challenging activities that create the most exciting day camp around.
Ages 3 - 14. Door-to-door bus and lunch included. Sibling Discounts: 10% off the second child’s tuition, 25% off the 3rd child’s tuition, 50% off fourth child’s tuition. (Discounts are applied to the lowest tuition amount)