Day Camps for Ages 11-14 in Portland, OR
Portland has a real bench of day camps aimed at middle-school kids. The 6 programs below all accept kids in the ages 11-14 window, with the broader cohort serving ages 5-18. These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup before dinner. Popular focus areas in this band include Sports. Most run during summer, though several offer flexible enrollment windows. Parents in Portland, OR use YouthCampsBase to skip the Facebook-group hunt and shortlist real options fast.
Summer camp organizer
Girls Build
Portland, OR
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5.0 stars · 1 reviews
Children's camp
CYO/Camp Howard
Portland, OR
CYO Camp Howard in Portland offers traditional day camp activities including arts, sports, and outdoor play in a supportive community setting. Campers enjoy daily adventures with trained staff focused on building confidence and friendships.
4.2 stars · 33 reviews
Summer camp organizer
Steve & Kate's Camp - Portland
Portland, OR
Steve & Kate's Camp in Portland offers flexible day camp sessions with creative activities, sports, and games for kids. Drop-in options make it easy to customize your summer schedule.
4.1 stars · 9 reviews
Nonprofit
Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland - Admin Office
Portland, OR
Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland runs day camps across the city with sports, arts, and STEM activities. Kids get a safe, structured environment with meals and mentorship from trained staff.
2.2 stars · 5 reviews
Youth Activities
Summer Camps in Portland
Portland, OR
Bethany Athletic Club has announced its plans for Summer Camp in Portland, Beaverton, and Hillsboro! Click here for more information!
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Kids Sports/Camps/Programs
Portland, OR
Sunset Athletic Club's day camps in Portland keep kids active with structured sports instruction and games throughout the summer. Programs focus on skill-building in popular sports while keeping kids engaged and having fun.
Frequently asked
- How many day camps accept middle-school kids in Portland, OR?
- YouthCampsBase tracks 6 day camps in Portland that enroll campers ages 11-14. The full list is shown above, ranked by parent rating and review depth.
- Are these day camps or overnight camps?
- These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup in the afternoon.
- When do day camps for middle-school kids in Portland run?
- Most camps in Portland run during summer break, with shorter sessions during spring and winter school breaks. Check each listing for exact dates — many post their session calendar before March.
- How do I shortlist the right camp for my 11-to-14-year-old?
- Start with the top-rated listings on this page, then click through for full descriptions, photos, and contact info. We recommend reaching out 4-8 weeks before your preferred session — the most popular programs in Portland fill early.
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