Camp Abnaki
Traditional YMCA overnight camp for boys on Lake Champlain, focusing on character development and outdoor activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Abnaki is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid until 2025 as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, operating since 1901, suggesting a well-established program. While the provided URL is for session registration, the camp's main website (linked from the registration page) mentions a commitment to staff background checks under their 'Safety' section. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@campabnaki) and Facebook (@CampAbnaki) accounts. The camp's mission emphasizes character development and traditional camp activities on Lake Champlain.
Who thrives here Ages 6–17
Camp Abnaki 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
- 125 (1901 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–17
- Address: 266 Camp Abnaki Rd, North Hero, VT 05474
- Phone: (802) 862-8981
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: One week rate is $1295, two week rate is $2180.
6 sessions (2 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 21.
5 open · 1 waitlist
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,180
- Session 1a Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,295
- Session 1b Jul 5 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $1,295 Waitlist
- Session 2 Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,180
- Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,180
- Session 4 Aug 9 – 21, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,180
↗ What parents like
- YMCA core values
- Financial assistance available
↘ Watch for
- Boys only
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Abnaki
- What ages does Camp Abnaki accept?
- Camp Abnaki is open to children ages 6–17. 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 Abnaki cost?
- Camp Abnaki publishes $1,295/week for the standard session. One week rate is $1295, two week rate is $2180. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Abnaki accredited?
- Yes — Camp Abnaki is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1901 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.
- Does Camp Abnaki provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Abnaki 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 Abnaki compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in North Hero?
- Camp Abnaki is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in North Hero 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 Abnaki 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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