Camp Taconic
A traditional co-ed residential summer camp in the Berkshires, family-owned since 1932.
▌ Editor's read Camp Taconic is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified on the ACA website. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, founded by Arnie and Barbara Soloway, indicating a long-standing presence in the summer camp industry. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, as stated on their 'About Us' page, suggesting good supervision. While the website clearly outlines rates and dates, there is no explicit mention of background checks for staff. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@camptaconic) and Facebook (@camptaconic) accounts. The camp is located in the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts and caters to campers aged 7-15, offering a diverse program of activities.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Taconic 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
- 1956 (70 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Address: 785 E. New Lenox Rd., Hinsdale, MA 01235
- Phone: 413-655-8561
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Full season tuition is $16,600 for the 2026 season.
↗ What parents like
- Family-owned since 1932
- Located in the Berkshires
↘ Watch for
- No online registration
- Website lacks pricing details
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Taconic
- What ages does Camp Taconic accept?
- Camp Taconic 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 Taconic cost?
- Camp Taconic publishes $2,371/week for the standard session. Full season tuition is $16,600 for the 2026 season. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Taconic accredited?
- Yes — Camp Taconic is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Taconic?
- Camp Taconic is operated by a private business, with 70 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 Taconic provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Taconic 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 Camp Taconic compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hinsdale?
- Camp Taconic is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hinsdale 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Taconic 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.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Taconic.
- Camp Emerson · Ages 7–15
- Camp Taconic · Ages 7–17 · $2,475/week
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15 · $2,343/week
- Camp Emerson - Full Season · Ages 7–16 · $2,450/week
- Camp Romaca · Hinsdale, MA · Ages 6–16 · $2,454/week
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15 · $1,794/week
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15