To attend traditional summer camp, kids between 6 and 17 must have a valid identification card or passport. Some camps also require letters of recommendation from teachers or other authority figures. If your child is over 18 but still considered a “kid,” they may still be eligible for some camps.

A Word From Verywell This can be anywhere from age 5 or 6 for day camps to 7 to 18 for sleepaway camps. If you set the experience up correctly, it can be a worthy one for your child at whatever age they decide to go to camp—and one you can enjoy as well.