Camp K
Camp K offers various themed overnight camps for youth in Cooper Landing, Alaska, focusing on outdoor activities and
▌ Editor's read The Camp K website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp programs, including Fantasy Week. Camp Fire Alaska, the operating organization, is a non-profit focused on youth development. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR/First Aid, with a nurse on-site for medical needs. While not explicitly accredited by the ACA, Camp Fire Alaska emphasizes safety and quality programming. Google reviews for Camp Fire Alaska average 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, with many praising the positive impact on children and the dedicated staff. The camp offers various themed weeks, including Fantasy Week, which focuses on imaginative play and outdoor activities. The program is clearly an overnight camp, catering to different age groups depending on the specific week. Social media handles for Camp Fire Alaska are @campfireak on Instagram and CampFireAlaska on Facebook, both actively updated with camp activities.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp K is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24/7
- Address: 16101 Camp K Rd, Cooper Landing, AK 99572, USA
- Phone: (907) 279-3551
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD, Tiered pricing available. Financial aid may be available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp K
- What ages does Camp K accept?
- Camp K is open to children ages 7–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp K cost?
- Camp K publishes $875/week for the standard session. USD, Tiered pricing available. Financial aid may be available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp K's hours?
- Camp K runs 24/7. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp K?
- Camp K is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp K provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp K includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does Camp K compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Cooper Landing?
- Camp K is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Cooper Landing that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp K with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
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