This is where I found my CREW.

The classic 5-night, screen-free camp experience. Our Traditional Camp is a progressive journey designed to build confidence, skills, and lifelong friendships.

YMCA Camp Lakewood overnight camp friends at Traditional Camp for Ages 8-16

Ages 8-16

Classic 5-Night Sessions

Progressive, Age-Based Programs

Air-Conditioned Lodging

A Path to Independence

Our Traditional Camp is one program with three distinct, age-appropriate experiences. As campers return, they unlock more freedom to choose their own adventure, guided by our staff.

Step 1: ADVENTURERS (Ages 8-10)

Focus: Guided Discovery.
How it Works: Perfect for first-time campers. Adventurers spend three clinics with their cabin group, trying new things together. They also get to choose one clinic to explore on their own.
Lodging: Main Camp Cabins

Step 2: EXPLORERS (Ages 11-12)

Focus: Building Skills & Choice.
How it Works: Campers gain independence by choosing two of their daily clinics and spending the other two with their cabin mates, creating a perfect balance.
Lodging: Main Camp Cabins

Step 3: PATHFINDERS (Ages 13-16)

Focus: Mastering Your Adventure.
How it Works: The ultimate camp experience! Pathfinders build their own schedule by choosing three daily clinics based on their passions, with one dedicated cabin activity.
Lodging: All-New East Camp Yurts

Choose Your Adventure

With dozens of clinics and activities, every camper can find their spark. Choices include:

Archery & Riflery

YMCA Camp Lakewood Canoeing Paddleboarding Water Sports

Canoeing, Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Arts & Crafts

Climbing Tower & Zipline

Equestrian (Horseback Riding)

YMCA Camp Lakewood Traditional Overnight Camp Waterfront Activities

Swimming & Lake Inflatables

Outdoor Living Skills

See a Sample Daily Schedule

Aubree talked about camp all the way home and wanted to come back next week. She loved swimming!! She enjoyed making bracelets, cheers, making new friends, riding the horses, going to the store, etc.

— 2025 Parent Survey

David raved about the food and loved the activities and facilities, especially the floating structures on the lake!

— 2025 Parent Survey

The opportunity to participate in fun, challenging and unique programs/activities in an overnight camp setting has helped build her confidence, gain independence and create lasting memories.

— 2025 Parent Survey

Your Home Away from Home

Traditional Campers stay in lodges based on their age, giving them a community of their peers.

Main Camp | Ages 8-12

Adventurers & Explorers stay in our modern, air-conditioned Main Camp cabins with in-cabin bathrooms.

See Main Camp Cabins

East Camp | Ages 13-16

Pathfinders get their own teen campus in our brand-new, air-conditioned 30-foot yurts.

See the New Yurts

Ready to Find Your Path?

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