Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16 · $1,261/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock · $1,261/week

A traditional overnight camp in the Berkshires with a focus on personal growth and skill development.

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Hi-Rock is an ACA-accredited overnight camp located in the Berkshire Mountains, with its accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a strong history and experience in youth programming. It is owned and operated by the YMCA, a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and social skills. The camp offers a wide range of activities including waterfront sports, arts, and adventure programs for campers aged 7-16.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session 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
Yes
Established
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 544 East Street, Mount Washington, MA 01258, USA
  • Phone: (413) 528-1227
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tier 1: $3116, Tier 2: $2796, Tier 3: $2522 for a two-week session.

Runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 22.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,116
  • Session 2 Jul 12 – 25, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,116
  • Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 8, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,116
  • Session 4 Aug 9 – 22, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,116

↗ What parents like

  • Tiered pricing available
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • One-week options are limited
  • Day camp not offered in 2025

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session

What ages does YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session accept?
YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session is open to children ages 7–16. 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 YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session cost?
YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session publishes $1,261/week for the standard session. Tier 1: $3116, Tier 2: $2796, Tier 3: $2522 for a two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session's hours?
YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session?
YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 70 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 YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Hi-Rock - Two-Week Session 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.

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