Camp Becket
Camp Becket is a YMCA overnight camp for boys in the Berkshire Mountains, focusing on character development, outdoor adventure, and community building.
▌ Editor's read Camp Becket, part of the Berkshire County YMCA, is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2024. The camp has a rich history, operating since 1903, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The program emphasizes character development through activities like outdoor adventure, sports, and arts. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Google reviews for Camp Becket are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, frequently praising the supportive staff and positive impact on campers. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campbecket) and Facebook (CampBecket) page, showcasing camp life. The camp is a nonprofit organization under the YMCA umbrella.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1231903+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Becket 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
- 123 (1903 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 748 Hamilton Road, Becket, MA 01223, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Tiered pricing. Traditional Camp (4 weeks) $5995 - $7995. 2-week starter camp $3195 - $4225. Adventure Odyssey (4 weeks) $6795 - $8795. Construction Cabin (4 weeks) $6795 - $8795. Travel and Service Programs $10,700 - $12,875. Aides (8 weeks) $7235 - $9635. Financial aid is available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Becket
- What ages does Camp Becket accept?
- Camp Becket 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 Camp Becket cost?
- Camp Becket publishes $1,499/week for the standard session. USD. Tiered pricing. Traditional Camp (4 weeks) $5995 - $7995. 2-week starter camp $3195 - $4225. Adventure Odyssey (4 weeks) $6795 - $8795. Construction Cabin (4 weeks) $6795 - $8795. Travel and Service Programs $10,700 - $12,875. Aides (8 weeks) $7235 - $9635. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Becket's hours?
- Camp Becket 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 Becket accredited?
- Yes — Camp Becket is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1903 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 Becket?
- Camp Becket is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1903 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 Becket provide lunch?
- Camp Becket 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
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Becket with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Sports summer camps guide · Check coaching style, intensity, safety, and logistics.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Becket.
- Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 1 (2 Weeks): · Ages 8–16 · $2,113/week
- Camp Greylock - 4 Week Session · Becket, MA · Ages 6–16 · $2,800/week
- Camp Greylock - 7 Week Session · Becket, MA · Ages 6–16 · $2,364/week
- Camp Watitoh · Ages 7–15 · $2,057/week
- Camp Watitoh · Ages 7–16 · $2,750/week
- Camp Watitoh - Full Season · Ages 7–16 · $2,057/week
- YMCA Camp Becket - Traditional Camp Session 1 · YMCA Camp Becket · Ages 7–15 · $1,499/week
- Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): · Ages 8–16 · $1,598/week