CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1
CYO Camp Hamilton offers a traditional overnight camp experience for youth, focusing on outdoor activities, faith-based values, and community building in the...
▌ Editor's read CYO Camp Hamilton's website, cyo.camp, loads successfully and provides information about its programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The website mentions that CYO Camp has been operating for 75 years, indicating a long-standing presence in youth development. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly published, the site does state that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is owned and operated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco, classifying it as a church-affiliated organization. Google reviews for 'CYO Camp' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 100 reviews, with common themes praising the positive environment, engaging activities, and caring staff. The camp offers overnight programs for various age groups, including the 'Adventure 1' session.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 10–12
CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1951 (75 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 10–12
- Address: 2100 Big Trees Rd, Felton, CA 95018
- Phone: (650) 345-1321
7 sessions (7 one-week), from Jun 28 to Aug 14.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Classic 1 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 5 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 12 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 26 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Aug 2 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Aug 9 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1
- What ages does CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 accept?
- CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 is open to children ages 10–12. 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 CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 cost?
- CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 publishes $1,240/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 accredited?
- Yes — CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1?
- CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 is operated by a faith-based organization, with 75 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 provide lunch?
- CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1 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.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside CYO Camp Hamilton Resident Camp: Adventure 1.
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers · Washington · Ages 5–12 · $400/week
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: CIT/WIT Training Week · Washington · Ages 15–17 · $155/week
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: CIT/WIT/LIT Additional Week · Washington · Ages 13–17 · $155/week
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: CIT/WIT Training Week · Washington · Ages 15–17 · $1,240/week