Camp DeWolfe is a 19-acre beachfront camp and retreat centre in Wading River on Long Island's north shore, run as a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island. Its youth sleepaway programme, Elevate, is for tweens and teens ages 10–17; the property also runs family camps and day and overnight retreats. Activities include swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, archery, climbing, mountain biking, Gaga ball and beach volleyball across a quarter-mile of beachfront, an outdoor pool and a high and low ropes course. Christian formation is centred on the Episcopal tradition, with optional daily morning celebrations, devotions, prayer time and Bible studies and an end-of-week Eucharist. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association and the Christian Camp and Conference Association and belongs to Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers; scholarships are available for families in need.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate (youth sleepaway) | Jul 22 – Jul 25, 2027 | 10–17 | See camp website → | Open |
Operator states 'Registration is now closed for this year' and 'Please check back in 2027 to register'
Availability shown as of Aug 8, 2026.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Camp DeWolfe (ECCC) directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Accreditations & licensing
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★★★★★Jasmine KimThe food was great! The salt level was perfect as I did not feel thirsty afterwards. The portions were generous. I was not hungry but I kept eating because it was delicious. I really liked the eggplant parmesan. The bed was firm and I slept so well. It was a cold, rainy weekend but the heating kept me very warm in the lodge and inside the hall. Beautiful place with lots of nature and walk to the beach was wonderful.
★★★★★MooseyLucyMy family stayed in the historic Benson House here for a relaxed reunion/retreat the past few days. The house is huge and there was plenty of room for all our extended family (about 17 people). The house is “antique”, so gear your expectations accordingly; beds were comfortable and we had enough hot water. We cooked most of our meals and the kitchen, though a little smallish, sufficed. We grilled out several times and that worked very well. The grounds are beautiful and there’s lots to do for all ages. We saw groundhogs, deer, raccoons, and dozens of squirrels. Our favorite thing was sitting and talking around the fire pit (wood is provided), gazing out at the magnificent view of Long Island Sound. The location is secluded but relatively close to grocery, restaurants, shopping, and vineyards. The property manager, Matt, was super responsive and went out of his way to be helpful and accommodating. This was probably the best vacation we have ever taken all together and would highly recommend Camp DeWolfe - we would love to return!
★★★★★Sage HoganI went there around 2015 with my cousin and her church group, the food was great, there were plenty of activities, and the beach was absolutely beautiful. Before going I was a little skeptical as I'd really only heard bad things about "Christian Camps" but even as an agnostic I felt more than welcomed and everyone I spoke to was incredibly respectful. I'd recommend this place to anyone.
★★★★Michael TillmanThe chapel is a part of the camp and is in a lovely wooded setting. There is a long pathway down to the beach. The area is not open to the public.
★★★★★Shelia EllingtonI was a camper at Camp Dewolf in 1968 and 1969! My nephew also attended in 1990’s. When I go through the pictures on the website, it brings such a smile to my face! A lot has changed but I still see the chapel. The beach was always the favorite part of day. When the whistle blew you had to do a buddy check! The steps leading to the beach seemed like forever! We didn’t have railings! Just our legs and each other for support. My fondest memory was Mr. Russell . He called me pumpkin pie! He was the nicest compassionate person I ever met. I will cherish these memories forever!