Camp Gallagher Classic Camp
Camp Gallagher offers classic overnight summer camp experiences on Puget Sound, focusing on outdoor adventure, community building, and personal growth for yo...
▌ Editor's read Camp Gallagher's website loads successfully, presenting a clear focus on traditional overnight summer camp experiences. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to industry best practices for safety and program quality. The website states that Camp Gallagher has been operating for over 90 years, indicating a rich history and established program. The camp is a non-profit organization, as indicated by its 'About Us' section. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly published, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Gallagher show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the supportive environment, engaging activities, and positive impact on campers. The camp offers a variety of activities including aquatics, outdoor skills, and arts, fostering a holistic development experience.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 11–18
Camp Gallagher Classic Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in aquatic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1936 (90 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Aquatic
- Ages: 11–18
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: Lakebay, WA 98349, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Tiered pricing available. Sustaining Price: $1850, Operating Price: $1699, Assisted Price: $1563 for 9-day session. Financial aid available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Gallagher Classic Camp
- What ages does Camp Gallagher Classic Camp accept?
- Camp Gallagher Classic Camp is open to children ages 11–18. 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 Gallagher Classic Camp cost?
- Camp Gallagher Classic Camp publishes $1,283/week for the standard session. USD. Tiered pricing available. Sustaining Price: $1850, Operating Price: $1699, Assisted Price: $1563 for 9-day session. Financial aid available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Gallagher Classic Camp's hours?
- Camp Gallagher Classic Camp 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 Gallagher Classic Camp accredited?
- Yes — Camp Gallagher Classic Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Gallagher Classic Camp?
- Camp Gallagher Classic Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 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 Gallagher Classic Camp provide lunch?
- Camp Gallagher Classic Camp 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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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Gallagher Classic Camp.
- Camp Gallagher · Lakebay, WA · Ages 12–18 · $1,275/week
- Camp Gallagher - HS Classic · Lakebay, WA · Ages 14–18 · $1,322/week
- Camp Gallagher - HS Classic (Aug) · Lakebay, WA · Ages 14–18 · $1,313/week
- Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus · Lakebay, WA · Ages 14–18 · $1,338/week
- Camp Gallagher - MS Classic · Lakebay, WA · Ages 12–13 · $1,275/week
- Camp Gallagher - MS Intro Camp · Lakebay, WA · Ages 12–13 · $1,240/week
- HS Classic · Puget Sound · Ages 14–18 · $850/week
- MS Intro Camp · Puget Sound · Ages 12–14 · $1,063/week