Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16 · $1,857/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Clearwater Camp for Girls

Minocqua, WI · $1,857/week

A traditional sleep-away camp for girls in Minocqua, Wisconsin, focusing on confidence, courage, compassion, and...

▌ Editor's read Clearwater Camp's website loads successfully and provides extensive information. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their 'About Us' page. Founded in 1933 by Sarah G. Holiday, the camp has a long history of operation. It is identified as a nonprofit organization, stated explicitly on their 'About Us' page. The camp maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, as detailed on their 'Staff' page. Language regarding background checks for staff is present on the 'Staff' page, indicating a commitment to safety. Clearwater Camp is an overnight program for girls. They have active social media presences with Instagram handle @clearwatercamp and Facebook handle @clearwatercamp. The camp's mission emphasizes outdoor adventure, leadership, and community, supported by a rich history and strong alumni engagement.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 931933+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Clearwater Camp for Girls 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
93 (1933 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 16137 County Rd D, Minocqua, WI 54548
  • Phone: 715-356-5030
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Full session (7 weeks) is $11,250. Half sessions (3.5 weeks) are $6,500.

Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 15 to Aug 6.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 15 – Aug 6, 2026 · 8 weeks · $11,250
  • Session 2 Jun 15 – Jul 9, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,500
  • Session 3 Jul 13 – Aug 6, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,500

↗ What parents like

  • Private island location
  • Focus on female empowerment
  • Financial aid available

↘ Watch for

  • No two-week session
  • Additional fees for some activities

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Clearwater Camp for Girls

What ages does Clearwater Camp for Girls accept?
Clearwater Camp for Girls is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Clearwater Camp for Girls cost?
Clearwater Camp for Girls publishes $1,857/week for the standard session. Full session (7 weeks) is $11,250. Half sessions (3.5 weeks) are $6,500. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Clearwater Camp for Girls's hours?
Clearwater Camp for Girls 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 Clearwater Camp for Girls accredited?
Yes — Clearwater Camp for Girls is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1933 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 Clearwater Camp for Girls?
Clearwater Camp for Girls is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1933 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 Clearwater Camp for Girls provide lunch?
Yes — Clearwater Camp for Girls 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 Clearwater Camp for Girls compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Minocqua?
Clearwater Camp for Girls is one of 13 overnight/sleepaway camps in Minocqua 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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