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The average summer camp in Portland, OR costs approximately $317/week based on our analysis of 287 camps and 111 with published weekly pricing. Weekly prices range from $40 to $1,400/week. 10 programs are free. Data is refreshed regularly from each camp's website.
| Category | Camps | Avg Low | Avg High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports & Athletics | 32 | $299/week | $407/week | $150–$615/week |
| Arts & Creative | 29 | $291/week | $433/week | $99–$850/week |
| Outdoor & Nature | 25 | $314/week | $420/week | $150–$750/week |
| STEM & Technology | 15 | $372/week | $544/week | $100–$1,199/week |
| Community & Culture | 5 | $387/week | $402/week | $150–$500/week |
| Multi-Activity & Specialty | 5 | $351/week | $757/week | $200–$1,400/week |
How Portland, OR summer camps break down by weekly cost:
| Range | Camps |
|---|---|
| Under $100 | 8 |
| $100-$199 | 24 |
| $200-$299 | 23 |
| $300-$399 | 30 |
| $400+ | 26 |
10 camps offer free programs. These fill up fast — register early.
Multnomah County Library
Arts & Creative
Black Youth Summer Institute SOU
Community & Culture
City of Gresham - Parks and Recreation
Community & Culture
Holy Family Catholic Church
Community & Culture
IRCO Immigrant Refugee Community Organization
Community & Culture
Native American Youth and Family Center
Community & Culture
Oya No Kai, Inc.
Community & Culture
Portland Japanese Garden
Arts & Creative
SUN Community Schools
Community & Culture
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue
STEM & Technology
Ranked by starting weekly price, among camps that post a price per week.
Camp Rosenbaum & Portland Police Bureau
Sports & Athletics
Hillsboro Parks & Recreation Summer Camps
Outdoor & Nature
Zenger Farm
Outdoor & Nature
Rose City Chess Camps
STEM & Technology
Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation
Arts & Creative
Multnomah Arts Center
Arts & Creative
Mt. Hood Aquatics Summer Swim Lessons
Sports & Athletics
Portland Fashion Institute
Arts & Creative
Black Girls CODE
STEM & Technology
Camp Invention
STEM & Technology
Higher-priced camps often include specialized instruction, smaller ratios, premium facilities, or extended programs. Ranked by top weekly price, among camps that post a price per week.
Menucha, Inc.
Multi-Activity & Specialty
iD Tech
STEM & Technology
iD Tech Camps - Reed College
STEM & Technology
Timberline Lodge Ski & Snowboard Camp
Sports & Athletics
Portland Summer Ensembles
Arts & Creative
Oregon Children's Theatre
Arts & Creative
Oregon Ballet Theatre Summer Intensive
Arts & Creative
PlayTo Labs
STEM & Technology
Mt. Hood Meadows Snowboard & Ski Summer Camp
Sports & Athletics
Avid4 Adventure Mountain Biking
Outdoor & Nature
The average summer camp in Portland, OR costs approximately $317/week based on 111 camps with published weekly rates. Weekly prices range from $40 to $1,400/week. 10 programs are free. Some camps price by the day or session instead; those are not included in the weekly figures.
Yes. Portland, OR has 10 free summer camp programs, typically run by parks departments, libraries, and community organizations. These programs fill up quickly, so early registration is essential.
In many cases, yes. Day camp expenses may qualify for dependent care FSA reimbursement or the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit. Overnight camps typically do not qualify for FSA but may qualify for the tax credit. Consult your FSA administrator or tax advisor.
Many camps in Portland, OR offer financial assistance, sliding-scale pricing, scholarships, or sibling discounts. Contact individual camps directly to ask about reduced-rate options. Community and nonprofit camps are most likely to offer aid.
Camp costs vary based on schedule type (half-day vs. full-day), program specialization, instructor qualifications, materials/equipment, facilities, and whether extended care is included. STEM and specialty camps tend to cost more than general recreation programs.
Data sourced from 287 camp websites in Portland, OR. Pricing refreshed regularly via automated scraping. Last updated: October 26, 2026.