Camp Treetops - Seven
A non-profit, unplugged overnight camp in the Adirondacks, offering a seven-week rustic experience with a focus on...
▌ Editor's read Camp Treetops' website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering overnight programs for children aged 8-14. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards. The camp, founded by Helen and Douglas Haskell in 1921, is a non-profit organization with a rich history of over 100 years. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3 for campers aged 8-10, and mention that all staff undergo background checks. The program emphasizes a screen-free environment, farm life, and outdoor activities. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 34 reviews, with parents frequently praising the nurturing environment and the positive impact on their children's independence and connection with nature.
Who thrives here Ages 8–14
Camp Treetops - Seven 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
- 105 (1921 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–14
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 4382 Cascade Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946, USA
- Phone: (518) 523-9329
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Seven-week session: $12,700. Four-week session for first-time campers in grades 2-5: $9,300. Early bird discounts available. Tuition covers most expenses, including horseback riding and laundry.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 27 to Aug 15.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 27 – Aug 15, 2026 · 8 weeks · $12,700
↗ What parents like
- Focus on unplugged, screen-free activities
- Inclusive of horseback riding and laundry
- Emphasis on community and nature
↘ Watch for
- Seven-week session is a long commitment
- High cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Treetops - Seven
- What ages does Camp Treetops - Seven accept?
- Camp Treetops - Seven is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Treetops - Seven cost?
- Camp Treetops - Seven publishes $1,814/week for the standard session. Seven-week session: $12,700. Four-week session for first-time campers in grades 2-5: $9,300. Early bird discounts available. Tuition covers most expenses, including horseback riding and laundry. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Treetops - Seven's hours?
- Camp Treetops - Seven 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.
- Is Camp Treetops - Seven accredited?
- Yes — Camp Treetops - Seven is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1921 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 Camp Treetops - Seven?
- Camp Treetops - Seven is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1921 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 Camp Treetops - Seven provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Treetops - Seven 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 Treetops - Seven 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 Camp Treetops - Seven.
- Camp Treetops · Ages 8–14 · $1,814/week
- CAN/AM Hockey - Girls Elite Training - Day · Lake Placid · Ages 10–17 · $1,099/week
- CAN/AM Hockey - Girls Elite Training - Resident · Lake Placid · Ages 10–17 · $1,399/week
- Camp Treetops · Camp Treetops · Ages 8–14 · $1,814/week
- Elite Hockey Camp - Boys 1 Week · Not specified · Ages 8–17 · $1,495/week
- Elite Hockey Camp - Boys 2 Weeks · Not specified · Ages 8–17 · $1,447/week
- Elite Hockey Camp - Boys 3 Weeks · Not specified · Ages 8–17 · $1,398/week
- Elite Hockey Camp - Girls 1 Week · Not specified · Ages 8–17 · $1,495/week