YMCA Camp Gorham’s Family Camp offers an all-inclusive Adirondack getaway designed for families to unplug, play, and reconnect in the beauty of the outdoors. Guests can choose from a variety of lodging options—ranging from cozy rustic winterized cabins to the spacious Wilderness Lake Lodge—while enjoying wholesome, freshly prepared meals served in the Dining Hall. Days are filled with a balanced mix of guided camp adventures and open exploration, including paddling across the motor-free waters of Darts Lake, scaling the climbing tower, aiming on the archery range, hiking scenic private trails, and playing camp-wide games. Whether your family is looking to challenge themselves on high-adventure elements or simply relax lakeside by an evening campfire, Family Camp delivers the magic of traditional resident camp tailored for all ages to experience together.
Since 1963, Camp Gorham has offered an incredible family camp filled with fun for all ages. Family camp includes lodging, activities, and meals, starting with Sunday dinner through the following Sunday brunch. Daily activities include hiking, biking, arts and crafts, boating, horse trail rides, water skiing and additional water and land activities for tons of uninterrupted family time!
Escape the everyday and create lasting memories with your family this Labor Day weekend at YMCA Camp Gorham! Unplug from the distractions of daily life and reconnect with loved ones amidst the stunning natural beauty of the Adirondacks. Our family camp offers a perfect blend of classic camp adventures – from paddling on our private lake and exploring scenic trails to enjoying traditional campfires and engaging in fun-filled group activities. It's an ideal opportunity to relax, recharge, and enjoy quality time together before the busy fall season begins.
In partnership with Camp Corral, YMCA Camp Gorham proudly hosts Camp Corral Family Camp—a dedicated, restorative Adirondack retreat designed specifically for the families of wounded, ill, injured, or fallen military service members. This all-inclusive weekend provides military families with a supportive, cost-free environment to relax, reconnect, and share quality time surrounded by the healing tranquility of Darts Lake. Families enjoy comfortable private accommodations, hearty meals shared in our Dining Hall, and a rich lineup of classic camp adventures—from peaceful paddling and hiking to archery, high ropes, and evening campfires. Camp Corral Family Camp offers a meaningful opportunity to build enduring memories, recharge outdoors, and connect with a community of fellow military families who share similar journeys.
YMCA Camp Gorham has a proud legacy of serving the brave service members and military families who dedicate their lives to our country. As part of the YMCA of Greater Rochester and the national Armed Services YMCA Movement, we are committed to providing accessible outdoor experiences and community support for military-connected youth. Camp Corral Family Camp offers a meaningful opportunity to build enduring memories, recharge outdoors, and connect with a community of fellow military families who share similar journeys.
Camp Gorham's Women's Wellness Weekend is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Adirondack mountains. Whether you're a solo participant or joining us with your friends, you'll have plenty of opportunity to choose your own adventure and participate at your own pace. Because we partner with several dedicated volunteers, we're able to host classes like yoga, Zumba, and jewelry making. Camp activities include kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle board, rock climbing, archery, and tie dye. Participants can also choose to enjoy several different hiking options, including off-site hikes to Rocky or Bald Mountain and a hike around our 400 acre private lake. Wellness Weekend is designed for women ages 18 and older. Participants can expect:
Shared lodging in our heated cabins.
Delicious meals in our historic dining room.
Activities are a participate-at-your-own-pace style; you choose as much or as little as you’d like!
Group Rentals and Retreats (team building, school groups, large family gatherings, or organizational gatherings)
During the fall, winter, and spring, YMCA Camp Gorham serves as an inspiring Adirondack destination for private group retreats, team-building getaways, school groups, and organization gatherings. Rentals are anchored by the spacious, year-round Wilderness Lake Lodge, which provides comfortable sleeping quarters, inviting common rooms with stone fireplaces, and an expansive residential kitchen for groups to prepare their own meals. Visiting groups have the freedom to enjoy a self-directed retreat surrounded by 1,500 private acres of trails and lakefront, or partner with our team to add customized camp programming—such as facilitated team building, high ropes challenges, boating, or guided outdoor adventures—tailored to your group's goals. While rentals are typically self-catered with groups providing their own food, full Dining Hall meal service is available exclusively for weekday group bookings during the month of September.
Our premier year-round retreat venue, designed to keep larger groups and multi-family gatherings comfortably under one roof. The lodge features generous bunk sleeping areas, an expansive open common room anchored by a warm stone fireplace, and a fully equipped, large residential kitchen ideal for preparing group meals. With scenic lake views and direct access to trails, it offers a complete, turnkey Adirondack basecamp experience.
For guests seeking a cozy, classic camp stay, these four winterized cabins provide rustic wooden accommodations nestled in the upper forest. Each features open bunk layouts, heating, electricity, and a covered front porch, keeping groups close to nature in any season. Cabins utilize a modern, winterized central shower house and bath facility located just steps away, with guests bringing their own bedding, food and gear. These cabins are available for short term seasonal rentals from December to March.
A self-contained, fully private living space perfect for couples, small families, retreat leaders, or solo travelers. Located on the upper level of Oak Hall, this quiet suite features private sleeping quarters, a dedicated bathroom, and a kitchen area, offering all the comforts of an independent rental with easy access to camp trails and lake views.