Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17 · $1,240/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17

CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp

Washington · $1,240/week

CYO Camp Don Bosco offers traditional overnight summer camp experiences for youth in a natural setting.

▌ Editor's read CYO Camp Don Bosco's website, cyo.camp, loads successfully and provides information about their programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The website states the camp has been operating for 75 years, indicating a rich history and experience in youth camping. The camp is owned by the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), classifying it as a church-affiliated organization. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for CYO Camp Don Bosco show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 104 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the positive impact on children, the caring staff, and the variety of activities offered. The camp offers overnight programs, including the 'Classic 2' session. Social media handles found on the site are @cyocamp for Instagram and 'cyocamp' for Facebook.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 195175+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–17

CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp 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
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Address: 11000 Camp Don Bosco Rd, Carnation, WA 98014
  • Phone: (206) 382-4521
  • Email: [email protected]

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: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp

What ages does CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp accept?
CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp 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 CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp cost?
CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp 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 Don Bosco Resident Camp accredited?
Yes — CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp 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 Don Bosco Resident Camp?
CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp 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 Don Bosco Resident Camp provide lunch?
Yes — CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp 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 CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Carnation?
CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Carnation 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.

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