A typical day at Laurel South begins with wake-up at 7:45 a.m., followed by breakfast at 8:10, and five activity periods running from 10:00 a.m. through 5:20 p.m., including an Individual Choice (IC) period. After cabin time and dinner, an evening program runs at 7:45. Every fifth day is a Special Event Day — either a Trip Day out of camp along the Maine coast or a Special Day in camp. On Special Days, campers enjoy a later breakfast, make their own sundaes at lunch, and enjoy creative offerings by the counseling staff.
150 unspoiled acres on Crescent Lake in the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine, near Portland; 2500 feet of private shoreline; 3-mile-long crystal-clear lake
Ages
7–15
Enrollment
Coed
Activities
Waterfront
Swimming
Canoeing
Kayaking
Sailing
Fishing
Waterskiing
Wakeboarding
Stand-up paddleboarding
Land Sports
Soccer
Tennis
Basketball
Archery
Baseball
Softball
Hockey
Lacrosse
Gymnastics
Arts & Creative
Ceramics
Dance
Outdoor Adventure
Hiking
Zip line
Camping
Clues to fit
Arrival day — what first-timers experience stepping off the bus
Welcome to your new summer home! As you step off the bus at Laurel South, you will be greeted by your counselor and bunkmates. Introductions, games and fun starts immediately!
First-timers — making friends and feeling included
No problem! Making new friends is one of the best parts of camp! You will be in a close-knit group with other campers of your gender and age and Laurel South counselors are great at making sure all campers feel included and at home. Even if you come to camp with friends, you'll make lots of new ones while you are here!
Camp Laurel South is located near Portland, Maine in the heart of the Sebago Lakes Region. Its 150 unspoiled acres include woodlands, sports fields and open lawns. The camp's 2500 feet of private shoreline along sparkling Crescent Lake features a magnificent natural sandy beach and access to more than 3 miles of exceptionally clear waters. The area is famous for warm, sunny days and comfortable nights and boasts 50 lakes within a 25 mile radius.
Our Equestrian program lets both beginner and advanced riders experience the fun of horseback riding, under the watchful eyes of experienced equine instructors. The program includes English Riding Instruction, Jumping, Dressage, Horse Care, Trail Rides, and Stable Management.
Modern facilities at Laurel South include: two lighted athletic fields, two regulation Little League baseball/softball fields, two basketball centers, a hockey arena, gymnastics center, two fitness centers, ten all-weather tennis courts, Championship MasterCraft Competition Ski Boats, sailboats (Sunfish and Hobie Cats), a 20-station high and low ropes course, 300-foot zip line, climbing tower, fully-equipped professional theatre, fine arts center, ceramics studio, photography center, on-site stables, riflery and archery ranges, a culinary studio, dance studio, and a fishing center on the Trout Pond.
