Camp at the Lake - YMCA of Montclair

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131 Germantown Road, West Milford, NJ 07480

Camp at the Lake is a co-ed, outdoor day camp in West Milford, NJ, offering a huge variety of activities for ages 5–14. Kids enjoy swimming, boating, sports, arts, and more, all in a beautiful, natural setting with caring staff.
Camp at the Lake is a co-ed, outdoor day camp in West Milford, NJ, offering a huge variety of activities for ages 5–14. Kids enjoy swimming, boating, sports, arts, and more, all in a beautiful, natural setting with caring staff.
Camp at the Lake is a co-ed, outdoor day camp in West Milford, NJ, offering a huge variety of activities for ages 5–14. Kids enjoy swimming, boating, sports, arts, and more, all in a beautiful, natural setting with caring staff.

About Camp at the Lake - YMCA of Montclair

About Camp at the Lake - YMCA of Montclair

Adventure, friendship, and nature by the lake
Philosophy: Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Philosophy: Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Philosophy: Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Ages:

5

-

14

years old

Pricing:

$94–$97

/day

$470–$485

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Boys & girls aged 5-14Mon–Fri from 8AM6PM25/day & 100/week
Weekly Rates:
Family Members: $470/week
Youth Members: $485/week
Aftercare: $140/week

Specialty Camps:
Nature Navigators & Sports Stars:
Family Members: $950/2 weeks
Youth Members: $980/2 weeks
Aftercare: $280/2 weeks

Early Bird Week (June 23–27)
Session 1 is prorated for July 4 closure
Membership required
$75 deposit per session ($35 aftercare)
10% sibling discount applies to lowest tuition
Transportation from 9 Essex County locations
Registration is ongoing until sessions fill
Weekly Rates:
Family Members: $470/week
Youth Members: $485/week
Aftercare: $140/week

Specialty Camps:
Nature Navigators & Sports Stars:
Family Members: $950/2 weeks
Youth Members: $980/2 weeks
Aftercare: $280/2 weeks

Early Bird Week (June 23–27)
Session 1 is prorated for July 4 closure
Membership required
$75 deposit per session ($35 aftercare)
10% sibling discount applies to lowest tuition
Transportation from 9 Essex County locations
Registration is ongoing until sessions fill
Weekly Rates:
Family Members: $470/week
Youth Members: $485/week
Aftercare: $140/week

Specialty Camps:
Nature Navigators & Sports Stars:
Family Members: $950/2 weeks
Youth Members: $980/2 weeks
Aftercare: $280/2 weeks

Early Bird Week (June 23–27)
Session 1 is prorated for July 4 closure
Membership required
$75 deposit per session ($35 aftercare)
10% sibling discount applies to lowest tuition
Transportation from 9 Essex County locations
Registration is ongoing until sessions fill

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

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

Swimming
Boating
Fishing
Archery
Sports
Arts and crafts
Nature exploration
Science
Team building
Outdoor survival skills
Hiking
STEM
Creative arts
Drama
Gaga
Spacenet
Special events
Low ropes challenge
Filmmaking
Basketball
Soccer
Cooperative games
Character-building
Leadership development
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Birthdays:

Yes, birthday parties available at Geyer Family YMCA branch

What people are saying

4.5
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

131 Germantown Road, West Milford, NJ 07480

Additional info

Additional info

Camp at the Lake is ACA accredited and offers transportation from multiple locations. The new lodge is fully accessible, and the camp hosts special events throughout the summer. Birthday parties are available at the Geyer Family YMCA branch.
Camp at the Lake is ACA accredited and offers transportation from multiple locations. The new lodge is fully accessible, and the camp hosts special events throughout the summer. Birthday parties are available at the Geyer Family YMCA branch.
Camp at the Lake is ACA accredited and offers transportation from multiple locations. The new lodge is fully accessible, and the camp hosts special events throughout the summer. Birthday parties are available at the Geyer Family YMCA branch.

Health & safety

Health & safety

Affiliations: ACA, YMCA, ADA

Special needs

Special needs

Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.
Kids thrive outdoors at Camp at the Lake, making new friends and building confidence through fun, hands-on activities. The camp is run by the trusted YMCA, with a focus on inclusivity, safety, and personal growth. Families love the flexible hours, sibling discounts, and the sense of community that keeps campers coming back year after year.