2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Camp Riverbend

Warren, New Jersey

Camp Riverbend

Learn in the pool, explore favorite activities, then head home with stories to tell.

Riverbend is a day camp for ages 3–14 beside the Passaic River in Warren, New Jersey. Ages 3–5 use the Clubhouse, while campers entering grades 1–8 join the Riverbend Experience and gain more choice as they grow. Five heated pools, woodland ropes, cooking, circus and nature activities balance active and creative time. It suits families staying locally who want camp days and evenings together.

ACA-accredited camp
New Jersey day campSwim instructionYoung campersActivity choice

CAMP-NJ-002

Campers climbing on a ropes-course structure
Campers climbing on a ropes-course structureView past-program photos (4)

Courses & activities

Swimming twice daily

Morning instruction is followed by afternoon free swim, with heated pools of different depths supporting progression.

Ropes & Ninja obstacles

High ropes and the Ninja course add balance, climbing and obstacle challenges, with age-appropriate participation.

Performance, circus & creativity

An air-conditioned studio hosts improv, mime, puppetry, props and costumes; circus introduces juggling and clown skills.

Nature, cooking & paddling

Woodland, wetland and trails complement nature discovery, canoeing, kayaking, cooking and crafts.

Growing choice by grade

Clubs serve entering grades 1–8; Tracking adds depth in grades 4–5, while Superchoice expands individual scheduling in grades 6–8.

Camp features & life

Dedicated younger-camper space

The Clubhouse serves ages 3–5 with child-sized furniture and activity spaces.

Bus or extended-day inclusion

Tuition includes scheduled bus service or extended care from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; combining both costs extra.

Lunch & snacks

Lunch and snacks are provided, with an allergy-aware kitchen; discuss individual dietary needs beforehand.

Who might enjoy this camp?

  • Families staying nearby and seeking a regular daytime program
  • Children who enjoy daily swimming and creative activities
  • Younger children building camp experience while returning home each evening

At least two consecutive weeks are required. The age-3 three-quarter day ends at 2 p.m.; parent or caregiver pickup is required if an afternoon bus is unavailable. Camp is closed July 5, 2027.

2027 dates & tuition

2027 Regular in-camp day program

Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
2 weeks
USD 4,300 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
3 weeks
USD 5,600 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
4 weeks
USD 7,000 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
5 weeks
USD 7,770 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
6 weeks
USD 8,400 per camper
June 28 – August 13, 2027Regular in-camp day program · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering Pre-K–grade 8
7 weeks
USD 9,000 per camper

2027 Age-3 three-quarter day

Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
2 weeks
USD 2,930 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
3 weeks
USD 4,100 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
4 weeks
USD 5,250 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
5 weeks
USD 6,270 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
6 weeks
USD 7,150 per camper
June 28 – August 13, 2027Age-3 three-quarter day · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Age 3
7 weeks
USD 8,100 per camper

2027 Day Trippers

Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
2 weeks
USD 5,100 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
3 weeks
USD 6,400 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
4 weeks
USD 7,530 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
5 weeks
USD 8,320 per camper
Choose weeks within June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
6 weeks
USD 9,030 per camper
June 28 – August 13, 2027Day Trippers · At least two consecutive weeks; confirm selected weeks · Entering grades 7–9
7 weeks
USD 9,600 per camper

Initial payment is USD 500, including a USD 200 non-refundable registration fee upon enrollment. USD 2,000 is due January 6, 2027; the balance is due April 1, 2027.

Selected weeks and group requests are finalized January 6, 2027; tuition paid by or after that date is non-refundable. Missed days are not credited or made up.

Credit cards add 2.9%; EFT and debit cards do not. Combining bus and extended care or reserving two bus seats costs extra.

Travel & participation

The camp day is 9 a.m.–4 p.m., with care available 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Buses use neighborhood or central stops; confirm coverage for your address.

Extra pickups must occur before 3 p.m. or after 4:15 p.m., with the release code and sign-out procedure; confirm the regular transport plan at enrollment.

Physician-signed health forms are due May 15, 2027; discuss diet, medication and support needs in advance.

Families arrange overnight accommodation and supervision; ask about international-visitor eligibility and English communication.

Past-program photos (4)

Tennis practice on the camp courts
Campers together at a dining table
Campers and a staff member riding a pedal cart
Campers posing together on the lawn

Enquiries & Applications

Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.

Enquiries & Applications