Camp Somers is located in beautiful and historic Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation, Stanhope, N.J.  We are proud to offer a multitude of camping options including traditional Scouts BSA day and resident camp.  Camp Somers has a wide variety of activities and facilities to ensure a great adventure any time of the year, including ATV's and climbing.  

Resident Camp Option- Troop or Provisional

We are proud to offer four weeks of resident camp to Scouts BSA attending with their troop or by themselves! Provisional campers attending without their troop will be grouped together and form camp troops.  Campers attending with their troop should register through their troop reservation.  

Trailblazer Day Camp 

Trailblazer Day Camp at Camp Somers is a Scouts BSA summer camp week-long adventure.  The summer camp program is for all Scouts including both first-year new Scouts and experienced higher ranking Scouts. Scouts have the ability to choose to work on rank advancement or merit badges, as well as participate in high adventure programs throughout camp. Camp runs four weeks,  Monday to Friday from 8:45 am – 4:00 pm. Scouts are welcome at camp for more than one week and accomplish many of their Scouting goals. Bus transportation is provided from locations throughout Morris, Sussex and NW Somerset counties.

The Trailblazer Day Camp Parent Guide is available here. 

Dan Beard Program

The Dan Beard program at Camp Somers is a great option for first year/new Scouts that have not been to camp before.  This program helps scouts work on rank advancements, explore camp, and more!  Both resident campers and Trailblazers can enroll for this program, by selecting "Dan Beard" as for their class option.

Specialty Weeks at Camp Somers

Specialty Weeks are another great way to experience resident camp.  Come to Camp Somers and experience a week of camp with a focus on some of your favorite activities!

Early Bird Pricing (Paid in full by 04/01) - $660.00

Regular Pricing (Paid after 04/01) - $700.00

RANGE & TARGET Week - Week 3 July 19 - July 25

Get ready for an action-packed week you’ll never forget! Step onto the range, lock in your focus, and experience the thrill of hitting your first bullseye. But it’s not just about the targets — it’s about the teamwork, confidence, and fun! You’ll make new friends, challenge yourself, and learn how focus and patience can turn into power. Daily range time with top-tier safety gear and guidance Hands-on training for archery, rifle, and shotgun Skill challenges, tournaments, and team events Campfire nights, games, and epic memories So grab your gear, take aim, and join us for a week of focus, fun, and bullseyes! 

ADVENTURE Week - Week 4 July 26 - August 1

This isn’t just camp — it’s your chance to push your limits, build confidence, and become part of an epic outdoor crew. Fly on the zipline across Camp Winnebago Ride the rapids on the Delaware River Climb our rockface wall Hike to a remote campsite and stay overnight! This one week camp is perfect for youth looking for a great adventurous week!