Camp Highlands
Camp Highlands is a historic boys' overnight camp in Sayner, Wisconsin, offering a traditional summer camp experience focused on outdoor adventure and charac...
▌ Editor's read Camp Highlands' website, camphighlands.com, loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about the camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp was founded in 1904 by William J. 'Chief' Monilaw, making it one of the oldest boys' camps in the country, with over 120 years of operation. The camp is an overnight program for boys and states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on its 'About Us' page. The website also mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Highlands show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 40 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the camp's long-standing traditions, positive impact on boys' development, and the dedicated staff. Social media handles include @camphighlands on Instagram and 'camphighlands' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1221904+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 8–17
Camp Highlands is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure 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
- 122 (1904 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 8–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 8450 Camp Highlands Road, Sayner, WI 54560, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Sibling and teacher discounts available. Financial aid is available.
Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 13 to Aug 1.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 13 – Jul 3, 2026 · 3 weeks · $4,800
- Session 3 Jun 13 – Aug 1, 2026 · 8 weeks · $10,000
- Session 2 Jul 5 – Aug 1, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,400
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Highlands
- What ages does Camp Highlands accept?
- Camp Highlands is open to children ages 8–17. 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 Highlands cost?
- Camp Highlands publishes $1,600/week for the standard session. USD. Sibling and teacher discounts available. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Highlands's hours?
- Camp Highlands 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 Highlands accredited?
- Yes — Camp Highlands is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1904 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 Highlands?
- Camp Highlands is operated by a private business, with 1904 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 Highlands provide lunch?
- Camp Highlands 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.
Planning guides
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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
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- Camp Highlands · Sayner, WI · Ages 8–16 · $1,600/week
- Camp Highlands · Sayner, WI · Ages 8–16
- Camp Highlands · Sayner, WI · Ages 8–16 · $1,600/week