Camp Beech Cliff MDI

4.8

264 Beech Hill Rd, Mount Desert, ME 04660

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
STEM.
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
STEM.
Boys & girls aged 5-16Mon–Fri from 9AM4PM25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 5-16
Mon–Fri from 9AM4PM
25/day & 100/week

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Adventure, friendship, and growth on MDI

Here's an overview of the camp's key features.

Outdoor adventure, personal growth, and community spirit are all part of this exciting experience. Kids build confidence and make lifelong friends in a safe, supportive environment. A beautiful waterfront setting and a wide range of activities mean every child finds something to love. Flexible pricing and financial aid make it accessible for local families.
Here's an overview of the camp's key features.

Outdoor adventure, personal growth, and community spirit are all part of this exciting experience. Kids build confidence and make lifelong friends in a safe, supportive environment. A beautiful waterfront setting and a wide range of activities mean every child finds something to love. Flexible pricing and financial aid make it accessible for local families.

Location & hours

264 Beech Hill Rd, Mount Desert, ME 04660

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Swimming
Boating
Canoeing
Kayaking
Stand-up Paddleboarding
Archery
Arts & Crafts
Climbing Wall
Nature Explorations
Field Games
Performing Arts
Sailing
Sports & Games
Woodworking
Challenge Course
Hiking
Outdoor Skills
Team Building
Leadership Development
Wilderness Skills
Rock Climbing
Junior Maine Guide Training
Snowshoeing
Ice Fishing
Fire-building
Shelter Construction
Navigation
Wildlife Tracking
Outdoor Safety
Pottery
STEM Activities
Dance
Circus Activities
Yoga
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
STEM.
Swimming
Boating
Canoeing
Kayaking
Stand-up Paddleboarding
Archery
Arts & Crafts
Climbing Wall
Nature Explorations
Field Games
Performing Arts
Sailing
Sports & Games
Woodworking
Challenge Course
Hiking
Outdoor Skills
Team Building
Leadership Development
Wilderness Skills
Rock Climbing
Junior Maine Guide Training
Snowshoeing
Ice Fishing
Fire-building
Shelter Construction
Navigation
Wildlife Tracking
Outdoor Safety
Pottery
STEM Activities
Dance
Circus Activities
Yoga

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!