Camp · Sports · Ages 8–12 · $2,786/week
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Camp Barakel

Camp Barakel · $2,786/week · ★ 4.9 (362 reviews)

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▌ Editor's read Camp Barakel's website loads as a legitimate camp site, detailing its mission as a Christian camp operating since 1949. It offers overnight programs for various age groups, including youth and family camps. The 'About Us' page confirms its 75 years of operation. The 'Staff' page states, 'All staff are required to pass a background check,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. The camp has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 200 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the spiritual environment and engaging activities. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles include @campbarakel on Instagram and 'campbarakel' on Facebook.
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Camp Barakel sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right sports fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Sports
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 1798 Shear Lake Road #159, Fairview, MI 48621
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Half season (3.5 weeks) is $9,750. A 2-week session is available for $5,350. Equestrian camp is $6,450 for 2 weeks.

↗ What parents like

  • All-girls camp
  • Three distinct camp programs
  • Choice-based environment

↘ Watch for

  • No phone number listed on website
  • Some sessions have waitlists

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Barakel

What ages does Camp Barakel accept?
Camp Barakel is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Barakel cost?
Camp Barakel publishes $2,786/week for the standard session. Half season (3.5 weeks) is $9,750. A 2-week session is available for $5,350. Equestrian camp is $6,450 for 2 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Barakel's hours?
Camp Barakel 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.
Who runs Camp Barakel?
Camp Barakel 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 Camp Barakel provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Barakel 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.
Does Camp Barakel offer transportation?
Camp Barakel provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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