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Camp Shohola is a boys-only sleepaway camp in Greeley, Pennsylvania, in the Pocono Mountains, about 90 miles from New York City. Since 1943, the Barger family has welcomed boys ages 7 to 16 for two- to seven-week summer sessions. New York families can use our optional New York City bus or airport pickup.
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Camp Shohola at a Glance
| Location | Greeley, PA, on Lake Greeley in the Poconos |
| Distance from NYC | About 90 miles |
| Ages | Boys 7–16 |
| Camp size | About 120–150 campers and 80 staff |
| Cabins | 8–10 campers with 2–3 counselors |
| 2027 sessions | 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 weeks |
| Accreditation | American Camp Association |
Why New York Families Choose Camp Shohola
- Close to the city, far from screens. Camp is about 90 miles from New York City, and campers unplug from technology for the summer.
- Your son builds his own schedule. Each camper picks 10 activities from more than 40 options. Swimming is the only required activity. See a typical day at camp.
- Small enough to know every boy. With about 120–150 campers and 80 staff, Shohola is big enough for a full program but small enough to get to know your son personally.
- Three generations of family leadership. Director Duncan Barger has run Shohola since 2002; his grandfather bought the camp in 1943.
- Meet us in New York. Our directors visit the greater NYC area a few times a year for one-on-one family appointments. Meet the Directors.
2027 Session Dates and Tuition
| Session | Dates | Tuition |
| Full season | June 27 – August 14 | $10,900 |
| Five weeks | July 11 – August 14 | $9,200 |
| Four weeks | June 27 – July 24 | $7,500 |
| Three weeks | July 25 – August 14 | $6,200 |
| First two weeks | June 27 – July 10 | $4,400 |
| Second two weeks | July 11 – July 24 | $4,400 |
A $1,500 deposit holds your son’s spot and is refundable before May 1. Bus service, airport pickup and a small spending allowance are billed separately. See Dates & Rates for details.
What Your Son Will Do at Camp
Activities meet three times a week for steady instruction. Explore the full camp program.
Land Sports
Boys can play baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, flag football, street hockey, archery, riflery, golf and more. Shohola competes against nearby camps in the Pike County camp league, and every boy who signs up can play. Land Sports
Watersports
Every camper takes instructional swimming through six American Red Cross levels. On Lake Greeley, boys can sail, canoe, kayak, paddle board and windsurf. Waterskiing and wakeboarding take place at camp’s Lake Wallenpaupack property, about 20 miles away. Watersports
Outdoor Adventure
Shohola has a ropes and initiative course. Trips include whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River, canoe trips on the Delaware, and hiking and camping on the Appalachian Trail. Outdoor Adventure
Equestrian, CommTech and Arts
Boys can take English horseback riding lessons, broadcast on Shohola’s licensed amateur radio station (WB3DGR), produce video and photography, or create in our full arts department. Equestrian · CommTech · Arts
Safety, Health and Daily Life
Shohola is accredited by the American Camp Association and is inspected and licensed every year by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for drinking water, swimming facilities and food service. Two full-time medical staff run an on-site infirmary, and infirmary care is included in tuition. Our chef builds an individual plan for food allergies and can go fully peanut-free when needed. Cabins have electricity, bunk beds and an in-cabin toilet and sink. Meals are family-style, and laundry is done weekly at no extra charge. Daytime temperatures average about 85 degrees, and nights are cool enough for blankets. Read more in our Parent FAQ.
Getting to Camp From New York
- Driving: Camp is about 90 miles from New York City. Get directions to Camp Shohola.
Camp Shohola for Boys
105 Weber Road, Greeley, PA 18425 · 570.371.4760
Where Our New York Families Come From
We welcome boys from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester, Long Island, the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Families also join us from New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Camp Shohola is in Greeley, Pennsylvania, in the Pocono Mountains, about 90 miles from New York City. Many campers come from the New York area, and we offer an optional bus from New York City.
Camp Shohola is about 90 miles from New York City. Drive time varies with traffic and your starting point, so check our Directions page before drop-off day.
Yes. Camp Shohola offers an optional bus from New York City for an additional fee, and a camp representative can meet campers flying into NYC-area airports.
Camp Shohola serves boys ages 7 to 16. Sixteen-year-olds join as Junior Counselors in Training and must have spent at least one previous summer at Shohola.
For summer 2027, tuition ranges from $4,400 for a two-week session to $10,900 for the full season. A $1,500 deposit holds a spot.
Yes, you can request it. Cabin placement is based on age, grade, length of stay and parent requests.
Yes. The directors visit the greater New York City area a few times a year for family appointments, and camp tours can be arranged at almost any time. Call 570.371.4760.
Plan Your Son’s Summer at Camp Shohola
Give your son a summer of sports, water, adventure and lasting friendships, just 90 miles from the city. Check the 2027 dates and reserve his spot today.