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Camp Ma-He-Tu

Since 1937, deep in the woods of beautiful Harriman State Park on the shores of Lake Kanawauke (just 40 miles north of NYC), Camp Ma-He-Tu has been the home away from home for generations of girls. During each affordable, 2-week overnight session, young women enjoy an exciting mix of traditional summer camp activities - with a focus on individual growth, teamwork, and empowerment. 

At Ma-He-Tu, all of our campers from, youngest to oldest, find a place where they can be themselves; a place where they belong. Campers safely enjoy exciting adventures, learn new skills and make life-long friends in a supportive and caring environment. Our facilities include a low ropes course, zip line, Gaga pit, 9-square, waterfront, basketball and volleyball court, theater stage, arts & crafts cabin, dance studio, archery field, playing field, chapel, tennis and pickleball court, nature tent, and campfire circles. ​

If you are looking for a small, personal, and incredibly FUN camp - we are the place for you!  Our girls make 100 new friends by the time the session is over and form relationships that last a lifetime.  

As the camp song goes, "Once you've come Ma-He-Tu stays within your heart forever!" 

Founded in 1937
Our Staff

The majority of our counselors are former Ma-He-Tu campers who carry on our camp culture and traditions. In addition, every summer we host several international staffers, some whom return year after year.

We realize the enormous trust that parents place in us by sending their daughters to Ma-He-Tu, and we take that trust very seriously.  It is our privilege to keep our campers safe and to watch them grow.

All staff members are chosen for their enthusiasm, dedication, talent, and above all, their sense of responsibility. Our staff members are excellent students, possess high moral values and leadership capabilities. We select our staff through comprehensive interviews and extensive background and reference checks. 

The staff is required to attend pre-season training to further develop leadership skills ensuring a cohesive and consistent environment where our campers feel cared for, accepted, and encouraged.

Honors & Awards

  • Continuous accreditation with the American Camping Association since 1967! 
  • 2016 Recipient of the Harold Breen Youth Education award for Recognition of Continued Dedication to the Development and Education of Youth through Camping: This American Camping Association award is given to a person or camp actively promoting positive youth development in a unique and creative camp environment. It is given to a person or camp that is helping young people discover and explore their talents, interests and values while developing positive self-esteem and healthy relationships.
  • Safety First Award recipient from Markel Insurance:  Michael Swain, for Markel Specialty, stated, "Camps and clubs must meet stringent criteria to qualify for the Safety 1st designation. They must have a proven safety record, undergo formal assessments and inspections, and participate in continuing education and certification programs. These facilities deserve to be recognized for keeping safety a top priority."
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September 11, 2021 - Avery Villanova
I attended Camp Ma-He-Tu 6 summers in the 80's. My Mom was the Camp Nurse during that time and for a few years after. The time my sister and I spent there were the best times of my childhood. I learned and experienced things that made me the woman I am. I always wanted my daughters to attend as well, but the Marine Corps kept me from that. It's a majestic experience you can't get anywhere else!
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March 30, 2018 - Maryanne F
My two daughters have been going to Mahetu for 4 years. They LOVE it. The staff has always been kind and understanding with my kids. I am not sure what the other woman is talking about as there is a nurse on site. It is such a small camp, I can't imagine nobody noticed the harm this child purports to have gotten. As I said, my daughters love going, they love the swimming and the zip line. There are women who went to this camp that now send their own daughters.
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Parents recommend Camp Ma-He-Tu and the average rating is 5 out of 5. Overall, the reviews indicate that Camp Ma-He-Tu provides engaging and enjoyable experiences for children.
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