Camp Hillard - New York Summer Camp
Private
Camp Hillard is a family-owned summer day camp for children ages 3-13 on a 20-acre hilltop campus in Scarsdale, in southern Westchester, New York. Founded in 1929 as Westchester's first day camp and now among the oldest privately owned day camps in the U.S., it has stayed in the Libman family across four generations. The program balances swimming and sports instruction with creative and performing arts, specialty activities, and special events, using 18 permanent indoor buildings for rainy days.
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 Hillard - New York Summer Camp directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Gary HermanThe Libman family has been running the camp for almost 100 years. Great camp, staff, programs and facilities. My son had 5 fabulous years as a Hillard camper. My connection with the camp goes back over 40 years when I was a counselor. I consider it the best choice in day camps.
★★★★★Alexis HochleutnerAll 3 of my children had a wonderful experience at Camp Hillard! It’s the type of family run camp you can’t recreate with money or visibly see in a promotional marketing reel!
★★★★★Jennifer ZolaChoosing to send our two children to Camp Hillard for their formative summers was magical for them and for us. We all looked forward to the time they got to spend with their friends’ playing sports, showcasing theatrical numbers, learning to swim, and doing other activities together. These experiences helped shape who they are today and even prompted our oldest child to become a counselor there! Hillard is a family-run business and makes it their business to create that family feeling for all those connected to this special place. Operating in Scarsdale for 98 years, the memorable experiences are what keeps families returning year after year. It is more than just a great place to be for summer, it's a place that creates that feeling of "happiness" for the campers, defining the quintessential childhood experience.
★★★★★patricktonkin16Having spent 17 incredible years at Camp Hillard, I can personally attest that it is so much more than just a summer program; it is a second home where "The Hillard Way" creates a lifetime of memories. From the legendary swim program to the high-energy tribal cheers, every detail is meticulously designed by the Libman family to ensure kids feel both challenged and completely at home. Whether you’re a three-year-old on your first "Lollipop Hunt" or a senior camper conquering the zip-line, the sense of community and tradition here is unmatched. It truly is the "Disney World of day camps," where every summer feels like a masterclass in friendship and fun.
★★★★★Galia AntebiWe have been doing Camp Hilliard for 11 years, and counting:) Started with one boy age 4 and continued sending as each of the three got to that age. Complete trust in the management of the camp and the quality of the staff. These days it’s just my 8 years old daughter that goes, and camp ensures she is comfortable on the bus and takes amazing care of her all day. It’s not a cheap camp, but I feel they spend the money on quality staff, and a lot of it, rather than on AC etc. For me, it’s camp the way camp should be. Great summer for the kids and peace of mind for me!