Mountain View Bible Camp is a Christian overnight camp in Danville, Pennsylvania, founded in 1968 and run as a nonprofit. It offers structured, coed sessions for ages 8–19 plus family and adult retreats, with activities including Bible lessons, swimming and outdoor games. Groups are small, with about 46 campers, and staff say they aim to help first-time campers settle in.
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Photos from Mountain View Bible Camp’s own website and materials.
- Families looking for a faith-focused, structured overnight camp
- First-time campers who may want extra staff attention
- Children roughly ages 8–13 or teens 14–19, depending on the session
- Full payment is due at registration, and refunds after the deadline lose $30
- Weekly sessions cost about $480–$500, plus bus fees
- The camp is in central Pennsylvania, about 102 miles from Philadelphia and served by bus only from Clark, NJ, with a 14-day reservation cutoff
2027 sessions and prices
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jr./Int. Weeekend · Ages 8-13 | Mar 27 – Mar 29 | $145 | – | Ask |
| Senior Week1 week · Ages 14-19 | Jul 5 – Jul 11 | $500 | $500 | Ask |
| Intermediate Week1 week · Ages 11-13 | Jul 12 – Jul 18 | $490 | $490 | Ask |
| Junior Week1 week · Ages 8-10 · lowest weekly price | Jul 19 – Jul 25 | $480 | $480 | Ask |
| Missions-in-Focus1 week · Missionaries and Missions Supporters | Aug 8 – Aug 14 | – | – | Ask |
| Jr./Int. Weekend · Ages 8-13 | Oct 2 – Oct 4 | $145 | – | Ask |
| Fall Senior Weekend · Ages 13-19 | Oct 16 – Oct 18 | $155 | – | Ask |
Winter camp
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Escape Camp · Ages 13-19 | Dec 26 – Dec 30 | – | – | Ask |
| Marriage Enrichment Weekend · Couples | Jan 23 – Jan 25 | – | – | Ask |
What it really costs
Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.
Activities
Camp life
Getting there
Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.
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Questions about Mountain View Bible Camp
How much does Mountain View Bible Camp cost in 2027?
2027 tuition at Mountain View Bible Camp runs from $145 (Jr./Int. Weeekend) to $500 (Senior Week). The lowest weekly price is $480. Extra fees: Bus fees: $45 weekend; $55 week with meal stop $10.
When are the 2027 sessions at Mountain View Bible Camp?
Jr./Int. Weeekend: Mar 27 to Mar 29. Senior Week: Jul 5 to Jul 11. Intermediate Week: Jul 12 to Jul 18. Junior Week: Jul 19 to Jul 25. Missions-in-Focus: Aug 8 to Aug 14. Jr./Int. Weekend: Oct 2 to Oct 4.
Does Mountain View Bible Camp run a winter camp?
Yes. Mountain View Bible Camp also runs winter sessions. Dates for this winter aren’t on its website yet, so ask the camp.
Is it good for first-time campers?
Staff aim to make sure everyone has a good time, especially first-time campers.
What is the refund policy?
Full refund before registration deadline; after deadline, refund minus $30 processing fee.
Is financial aid available?
Camper assistance/scholarship fund; optional reduced family rates for those who cannot afford full rate.
How do campers get to Mountain View Bible Camp?
Bus from Colonia Chapel, Clark, NJ; reserve seat at least 14 days in advance.
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