What ages does CYO Camp Hamilton accept?

CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton cost?

CYO Camp Hamilton publishes $1,240/week for the standard session. Multi-Session Discount: $25 off for each session after the first session. Sibling Discount: $50 off for each sibling after the first sibling. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is CYO Camp Hamilton accredited?

Yes — CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton?

CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton provide lunch?

Yes — CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Occidental?

CYO Camp Hamilton is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Occidental 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17

CYO Camp Hamilton

Washington · $1,240/week

A Catholic overnight camp in Monroe, WA, with a focus on faith, community, and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read CYO Camp Hamilton is an ACA accredited camp, with accreditation valid through 2025, as evidenced by their ACA logo and search on the ACA website. They are also licensed by the State of California, with license number 380500021 listed on their 'About Us' page. The camp has been operating for over 75 years, indicating a long-standing presence in youth development. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks and fingerprinting on their 'Safety' page. A staff-to-camper ratio of 1:6 is provided for campers aged 6-8, and 1:8 for campers aged 9-17, demonstrating a commitment to supervision. The camp is owned and operated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco, classifying it as a church-affiliated organization.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195175+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–17

CYO Camp Hamilton 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: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 7–17
Address: 2100 N. Hamilton Rd., Occidental, CA 95465
Phone: (707) 874-0200
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Multi-Session Discount: $25 off for each session after the first session. Sibling Discount: $50 off for each sibling after the first sibling.

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

↗ What parents like

Faith-based, Catholic teachings
Financial aid available
Two camp locations

↘ Watch for

Website difficult to navigate
No specific pricing for Camp Hamilton

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about CYO Camp Hamilton

What ages does CYO Camp Hamilton accept?: CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton cost?: CYO Camp Hamilton publishes $1,240/week for the standard session. Multi-Session Discount: $25 off for each session after the first session. Sibling Discount: $50 off for each sibling after the first sibling. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is CYO Camp Hamilton accredited?: Yes — CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton?: CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton provide lunch?: Yes — CYO Camp Hamilton 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 Hamilton compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Occidental?: CYO Camp Hamilton is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Occidental 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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