Valley Mill Camp

4.8

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15101 Seneca Road, Darnestown, MD 20874

Valley Mill Camp in Darnestown, MD, offers kids ages 4–14 a classic outdoor summer camp experience. Expect swimming, rock climbing, kayaking, archery, and more, all guided by experienced counselors in a beautiful, natural setting.
Valley Mill Camp in Darnestown, MD, offers kids ages 4–14 a classic outdoor summer camp experience. Expect swimming, rock climbing, kayaking, archery, and more, all guided by experienced counselors in a beautiful, natural setting.
Valley Mill Camp in Darnestown, MD, offers kids ages 4–14 a classic outdoor summer camp experience. Expect swimming, rock climbing, kayaking, archery, and more, all guided by experienced counselors in a beautiful, natural setting.

About Valley Mill Camp

About Valley Mill Camp

Adventure, nature, and friendship for every child
Philosophy: Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Philosophy: Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Philosophy: Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Ages:

4

-

14

years old

Pricing:

$134

/day

$670

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Boys & girls aged 4-14Mon–Fri from 8:30AM3:45PM25/day & 100/week
Summer 2025: $670/week (includes $200 registration fee).
Full 8-week season: $5,360 (includes $600 registration fee).
Spring Camp: $600/week.
Adventure Camp: Add $100/week for ages 10+.
Payment plans are available-just reach out to the camp office.
Discounts: 10% sibling discount, 5% early-bird (register by Jan 31).
Registration closes 2 weeks before each session.
No refunds after May 31 unless for verified medical reasons.
*See website for more details on cancellations and refunds.
Summer 2025: $670/week (includes $200 registration fee).
Full 8-week season: $5,360 (includes $600 registration fee).
Spring Camp: $600/week.
Adventure Camp: Add $100/week for ages 10+.
Payment plans are available-just reach out to the camp office.
Discounts: 10% sibling discount, 5% early-bird (register by Jan 31).
Registration closes 2 weeks before each session.
No refunds after May 31 unless for verified medical reasons.
*See website for more details on cancellations and refunds.
Summer 2025: $670/week (includes $200 registration fee).
Full 8-week season: $5,360 (includes $600 registration fee).
Spring Camp: $600/week.
Adventure Camp: Add $100/week for ages 10+.
Payment plans are available-just reach out to the camp office.
Discounts: 10% sibling discount, 5% early-bird (register by Jan 31).
Registration closes 2 weeks before each session.
No refunds after May 31 unless for verified medical reasons.
*See website for more details on cancellations and refunds.

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:

Rock-Climbing
Swimming
Archery
Canoeing
Kayaking
Hiking
Arts-Crafts
Gymnastics
Soccer
Basketball
Fishing
Pioneering
Group-Games
Environmental-Education
Outdoor-Challenges
Leadership-Training
Creek-Play
Adventure-Trips
Team-Building
Orienteering
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Birthdays:

No

What people are saying

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

15101 Seneca Road, Darnestown, MD 20874

Additional info

Additional info

Valley Mill has served families since 1956 and is run by experienced educators. The camp sits on over sixty acres with a spring-fed lake. Many campers return year after year, and the camp is known for its strong sense of community and tradition.
Valley Mill has served families since 1956 and is run by experienced educators. The camp sits on over sixty acres with a spring-fed lake. Many campers return year after year, and the camp is known for its strong sense of community and tradition.
Valley Mill has served families since 1956 and is run by experienced educators. The camp sits on over sixty acres with a spring-fed lake. Many campers return year after year, and the camp is known for its strong sense of community and tradition.

Health & safety

Health & safety

Affiliations: ACA

Special needs

Special needs

Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.
Valley Mill Camp is where kids truly get to unplug and connect with nature. With a huge variety of activities, caring counselors, and a safe, supportive environment, your child will gain confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. The camp’s philosophy centers on adventure, inclusion, and personal growth-making it a place where every camper feels valued and excited to return summer after summer.