What ages does Camp Highlands accept?

Camp Highlands 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 Camp Highlands cost?

Camp Highlands doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Tuition is all-inclusive, except for travel expenses, camp store purchases, and Senior trips ($200). Families who pay in full by December 1 receive a $100 credit per boy. Brother credit of $50 per week, per boy. Campers whose parents are teachers or work in the school system are eligible for a $150 credit. Rangers program tuition is TBD. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

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.

Does Camp Highlands provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Highlands 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Camp Highlands

Sayner, WI

Traditional boys' overnight camp in Northern Wisconsin offering a range of outdoor activities and character development.

▌ Editor's read Camp Highlands is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified on the ACA website. The camp boasts a long history, founded in 1904 by William J. Slattery, indicating over a century of operation. A notable strength is its staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, as stated on the 'For Parents' section of their website, suggesting close supervision. While the website details various aspects of camp life and philosophy, it does not explicitly mention background checks for staff. The camp's program is clearly overnight, and its social media presence includes active Instagram and Facebook accounts under 'camphighlands'.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1221904+ years operating

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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

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. 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: 122 (1904 years)
Operator: Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–16
Address: 1000 Camp Highlands Rd, Sayner, WI 54560, USA
Phone: (715) 542-3421
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Tuition is all-inclusive, except for travel expenses, camp store purchases, and Senior trips ($200). Families who pay in full by December 1 receive a $100 credit per boy. Brother credit of $50 per week, per boy. Campers whose parents are teachers or work in the school system are eligible for a $150 credit. Rangers program tuition is TBD.

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: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Highlands

What ages does Camp Highlands accept?: Camp Highlands 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 Camp Highlands cost?: Camp Highlands doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Tuition is all-inclusive, except for travel expenses, camp store purchases, and Senior trips ($200). Families who pay in full by December 1 receive a $100 credit per boy. Brother credit of $50 per week, per boy. Campers whose parents are teachers or work in the school system are eligible for a $150 credit. Rangers program tuition is TBD. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
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.
Does Camp Highlands provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Highlands 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Highlands 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.
Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.

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Camp Highlands · Sayner, WI · Ages 8–16 · $1,600/week
Camp Highlands · Camp Highlands · Ages 8–17 · $1,600/week
Camp Highlands · Sayner, WI · Ages 8–16 · $1,600/week