Camp Beacon
A Christian overnight camp in Central Kentucky offering traditional camp activities and spiritual growth.
▌ Editor's read Camp Beacon's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight summer camp for high school students. The camp was founded in 2022 by Dr. David C. Smith, a former university president, and is operated by the Beacon Leadership Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The program focuses on leadership, STEM, and outdoor adventure within a Christian framework. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. There are no Google reviews available for Camp Beacon at this time. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for Instagram (@campbeacon) and Facebook (campbeacon) are provided on the site.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Beacon 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
- 2024 (2 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: Camp Beacon, 100 Camp Beacon Rd, Frenchburg, KY 40322, USA
- Phone: 606-768-2211
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. $25 registration fee. The camp is free, but donations are welcome. Sponsoring a camper is roughly $700. This program is free.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Beacon
- What ages does Camp Beacon accept?
- Camp Beacon 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 Beacon cost?
- Camp Beacon doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. $25 registration fee. The camp is free, but donations are welcome. Sponsoring a camper is roughly $700. This program is free. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Camp Beacon's hours?
- Camp Beacon runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Beacon?
- Camp Beacon 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 Beacon provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Beacon 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Beacon 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.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Beacon.
- Camp Beacon · Not Disclosed · Ages 7–17