Camp Hidden Lake
Salvation Army camp offering various programs for youth in a natural setting.
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Hidden Lake loads successfully and provides information about their programs. It is operated by The Salvation Army Southern Territory, indicating a church-based ownership. The camp offers various programs including traditional summer camp, a music conservatory, and special needs camps, catering to a wide audience. While the website mentions a focus on safety and well-being, there is no explicit mention of staff background checks. The camp does not appear to be accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Google reviews for 'Camp Hidden Lake' (general, not specific to MS Camp) show a rating of 4.6 stars from 108 reviews, with many positive comments about the staff and activities. The camp's social media presence is primarily through The Salvation Army Southern Territory's Instagram (@salvationarmysouthernusa) and Facebook (SalvationArmySouthernUSA) pages, which feature updates and photos from various events, including camp activities.
Who thrives here Ages 6–17
Camp Hidden Lake is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–17
- Address: 2800 Camp Hidden Lake Rd, Lexington, MS 39095
- Phone: (662) 834-2221
- Cost notes: Free for all campers
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Hidden Lake
- What ages does Camp Hidden Lake accept?
- Camp Hidden Lake is open to children ages 6–17. 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 Hidden Lake cost?
- Camp Hidden Lake doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for all campers Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Camp Hidden Lake?
- Camp Hidden Lake is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Hidden Lake provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Hidden Lake 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 Hidden Lake with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review licensing, supervision, and accreditation signals.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Hidden Lake.
- Camp Hidden Lake · Lexington, MS · Ages 6–17
- Camp Hidden Lake · Lexington, MS · Ages 6–17
- Camp Hidden Lake · Lexington, MS · Ages 6–17