We have spent a terrific week at this campground. I can't say enough good about the experience…read more Friday night is social hour and Saturday night is music and a food truck. The owner, Jane and Dan, are the best hosts ever. Great facilities. Good local restaurants and within driving distance to many things.

The place is clean, not loud. Trailer spaces are great. Big. Not on top of each other like other…read morecampgrounds. Has music on the weekends and even 2 teens loved it. People running it are great! It's in an out of the way place, not a waterslide, pool, kid ride place. But a really nice campground you can actually " camp" in. Best secret around!

Amazing place ever and I love it make me happy and go fishing and swim and big ship and all that…read morestuff

The Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association has certainly blossomed from its humble beginnings. This…read moreis no small part to the efforts of Amy Tripp, the BOD and the yearly staff which seems to continually get better. The boats for the young sailors has increased in size and quantity. The facility is tight and perfectly set up. The boats are immediately adjacent to the water. They are in very good shape. The house is just right for the current size of the program and the new outside tents are perfect for the lesson groupings. The Covid precautions are smart, sensible and reassuring. An added dose of common sense this year is found in the staggered drop off and pick up times. Every day has been easy in and easy out. The instructors are down to earth and knowledgeable. They herd cats and keep the kids competitiveness to a perfect mild roar. They make sure the kids are having fun! Isabella is the second child I have put through a summer session of sailing at the lake and she loves it. Truth be told she has asked when it would start since school let out. An important note is that unlike many other sailing schools they keep it at 2 to boat. This means, quite simply, that everyone actually gets to/has to sail, not just ride in boats. This is very important because sailing is best learned by doing. If your in the lakes region, go for it. Be sure to sign up well in advance as spots book quickly.

The best. Don't hesitate to send your child to camp here. Also excellent day on the lake to rent…read morethe boat! Merrymeeting lake is gorgeous and so quiet. Perfect setting. The water sports are incredible.

From the owner: The ultimate wakeboarding, waterskiing, wake surfing, wake skating summer camp for teens!read more

William Lawrence Camp (WLC for short) is a fun, well rounded, and relaxed summer camp for boys…read more It's a great environment to grow up in and I spent 6 summers there as both a camper and staff member. WLC is a traditional summer camp. If you are looking for a camp for your son to become a soccer star, this isn't it. If you want a place for him to go to make friends, explore the outdoors, and be active, WLC is perfect. Each week campers signup for the morning classes of their choice. In the afternoons, they are given a "free swim" period when they can wander the camp and do whatever they want. From swimming to archery or rock climbing, there are dozens of options. The staff is a mix of longtime staff, former campers, and international staff. The international staff are a constant source of vibrancy, introducing the boys to rugby, cricket, and other culture. Former campers are allowed to grow into responsibility as staff. Longtime staff like Nat Crane and Scott "Goose" Giessler keep the traditions alive. This sums it up best: every time I'm in the area, I return to camp for a visit. When I do, I'm welcomed with open arms and a smile. It's great to be among friends and family sharing fond memories- which is what WLC is all about.

William Lawrence Camp is an outstanding boys' camp. We had looked at several camps for our son, and…read morehe spent two summers at a different camp. That other camp is excellent and highly respected, but it does not compare to William Lawrence Camp (WLC). WLC is exceptional with its expansive grounds, outstanding activities, and small camper-to-staff ratio. Our son enjoyed the camaraderie, grew in maturity and confidence, has great memories, and looks forward to returning to WLC.

I cannot say enough lovely things about Sue and the program she runs. She is kind and compassionate…read morebut firm in her instruction. My daughters have flourished under her tutelage. She teaches personal responsibility, and the girls know that hard work is rewarding. The facilities are stunning and well kept. I cannot imagine a kinder or better riding instructor than Sue. My girls have become stronger and wake up each day excited to go to the barn and learn from Sue and her gorgeous horses.

Sue and the staff were very accommodating and the service was top notch. This a very clean and…read morescenic property. The trail ride was the best that we have done. We groomed my horse, set the tack, went into the ring before going on the trail ride. Once finished, we took off the tack and then fed our horses a snack. I highly recommend. Derek

Fantastic boys camp! My grandson has been attending for years, he's 15 now so sadly this will be…read morehis last year as a camper. The friends he has made will be life long! He talks about the awesome staff and all the sports, outside trips, this year they're going to Canada for a week.

"It's in your soul." That's the slogan for anyone who's spent a summer at this sleep-away camp on…read moreLake Winnepesaukee in New Hampshire. Over 100 years operating as a boys sleep-away sports camp on Lake Winnepesaukee surrounded by the White Mountains, it has some of the best views in the country. A great summer adventure for any kid looking to experience a unique summer sports adventure; campers are exposed to a variety of sports and mentored by an international staff comprised of mainly sport-specific counselors, the campers will experience a summer like no other!

They don't answer the phones, nor do they call people back! I called so many time ...morning,…read morenoon. Perhaps they don't need excess money.

After researching every sleep away camp in New England online, we decided on Camp Birch Hill for…read moreour 11-year old son. We made our choice based on the activities, the goal of having silly fun, and the testimonials. The camp provided so much more than we expected. The diversity of activities allowed him to break out of his comfort zone and try new things. The cabin set up created an instant comradery that made it easier for the kids that were attending by themselves. He left feeling close to all of his bunkmates, and even shared some tears on pick up day. He adored and idolized his counselors. They are such a great group of young adults that work together to make the experience for the kids life altering. For example, after the camp there was a noticeable change in our son's confidence. He struggles with social anxieties and has a hard time being himself. Following the camp he started a new school in a different town, and he quickly acclimated and had no problem making friends . We credit Birch Hill for setting him up for success. A summary of our camper's review: "the best two weeks of my life, the food was amazing, and I miss everyone!"

Staying at the nearby Summit Resort decided to take the Summit Connector trail to blue trail then…read moreto yellow trail and back to the connector. This is about 2.5 miles total with some areas that are relatively flat and easy and some moderate uphill pieces.

Took our kids to the natural playscape today and it's just a dream. Lovely and wonderfilled…read more Perfect way to spend an afternoon.

For ninety years, boys (and for the past thirty years girls, too,) have flocked each summer to Camp…read moreRobin Hood on the shores of Broad Bay, to make new friends in the cabins, to challenge themselves on the fields, to step out of their comfort zone on the stage, and to form bonds that last a lifetime, and in some cases generations. I'm proud to say my family has been part of the Camp Robin Hood family for more than 40 of those years! My brother attended camp when it was all boys - and then in 1987 when girls were added, I was one of the first girl campers (at the time, there were less than 20 of us). I spent 15 summers as a camper, counselor, Group Leader and Waterfront Director. Now the girls and boys camps are equal in size (around 400 total campers) and my oldest daughter will be starting her 4th summer while my twins will be going for the first time. Many traditions are still the same (color war, count-offs, 16 laps, hiking Mount Washington, etc.) while facilities have been updated (new dining hall, several new cabins - others have been renovated, new lodge, updated office, and more) and more activities have been added (Ga-Ga, 9 square and more). I am grateful that my children will get to spend 7 weeks together, away from the hustle and bustle of their school lives with NO SCREENS, enjoying all the White Mountains have to offer. For me, one of the most exciting parts has been watching the never-ending cycle of camp friendships continue, campers often continue through the ranks as counselors in order to "give back" similar memories and experiences to the future generations of the camp. Additionally, the mid-western feel to the camp is a nice change from the fast-past New England world where we live. As a camper, I looked up to the counselors and even the Directors. The Directors today are former campers from the 1970's themselves, and former "camp parents" as well. They have brought Robin Hood traditions forward while continuing to enhance what they offer in the 21st century. And they understand the responsibility they are entrusted with each summer, caring for our children. As a parent, I have found the communication from the Administration both helpful (in preparing for camp and for my children's return after camp) and comforting, when I just want to know my kids are having fun and adjusting to life away from their parents. We have a few sayings at Robin Hood, like "live 10 for 2"(live 10 months of the school year for the 2 months of summer) and there's "magic in the trees". There's nothing quite like the sunset over Lake Ossipee or like camp friends that remain friends for life. There's nothing quite like Camp Robin Hood. I know my family is looking forward to being a part of Robin Hood for at least 90 more years...

I was hesitant to share our experience, but I feel it's important for other families to hear it…read more From our experience, this camp is not run the way it's presented. They do an excellent job marketing themselves to prospective families, but what we experienced was very different once our son was there - Summer 2025. They hire many alumni as counselors or counselors in training who are too young, and when issues arise, there seems to be very little accountability. In our case, it felt like protecting relationships with counselors' families took priority over protecting the campers. Our son attended as an incoming freshman. We discovered his trunks had never even been unpacked. His bathing suits, personal belongings, and even letters from home remained untouched after confirming MULTIPLE times everything was unpacked. Even more concerning, we learned that one specific counselor had been hazing and teasing both our son and another camper. When we brought this to Woody's attention, our concerns were initially dismissed. We later found out they were already aware there had been issues with this counselor. Rather than removing him from camp, they simply transferred him to another bunk--while still allowing him access to his previous bunk and the same children. That decision completely shattered our trust. We spent nearly $17,000 expecting our son to have an incredible summer. Instead, he came home with an experience that has had lasting emotional effects. We didn't fully realize the extent of it until this year, when he was almost unable to get on the bus to attend a different camp because of the anxiety and fear he carried from what happened. Woody's response was an apology, a bottle of tequila, and a $500 discount toward returning the following summer--as if we would ever consider sending our son back. In our opinion, the appropriate response would have been to take full responsibility and refund our tuition. Every family's experience is different, but this was ours. I hope sharing it helps another parent make an informed decision.

I cannot say enough great things about Camp Laughing Loon!. Both of our boys spent a week or 2…read moreeach summer at this day camp. It is on the lake so the kids swam and canoed in additon to arts and crafts, games and regular camp activities. This camp has an "old school" feel to it which is exactly what I wanted for my kids. It is type of camp I attended as a kid, not fancy, just a solid, wholesome feel to it. I wish the they offered the option for a longer day as 9-4 is hard to manage if you work out of town but would still highly recommend.

From the owner: Camp Laughing Loon is an authentic summer camp. Started in 1918, we are currently in our 98th…read moreseason of providing summer fun for kids!