What ages does YMCA Camp Hanes accept?

YMCA Camp Hanes 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 YMCA Camp Hanes cost?

YMCA Camp Hanes publishes $1,100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is YMCA Camp Hanes accredited?

Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 YMCA Camp Hanes?

YMCA Camp Hanes is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does YMCA Camp Hanes provide lunch?

Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–17

YMCA Camp Hanes

North Carolina · $1,100/week

YMCA overnight camp offering traditional camp activities, leadership programs, and outdoor adventures.

▌ Editor's read The provided website for YMCA Camp Hanes loads successfully, detailing dates, rates, and program information for its overnight summer camp. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. Google reviews for YMCA Camp Hanes show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 215 reviews, with common themes praising the positive staff, diverse activities, and overall enriching experience for campers. The camp is owned and operated by the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina, a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Social media handles found on the site include @camp_hanes for Instagram and YMCACampHanes for Facebook. The camp offers a traditional overnight camp program with activities like swimming, climbing, and horseback riding.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 6–17

YMCA Camp Hanes 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: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–17
Address: 1225 Camp Hanes Rd, King, NC 27021
Phone: (336) 983-3131
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Overnight Camp $1,100 per Session (Early Bird $1,010)

6 sessions (6 one-week), from Jun 7 to Jul 31.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

Session 1 Jun 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $1,100
Session 2 Jun 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $1,100
Session 5 Jul 5 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $1,100
Session 6 Jul 12 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $1,100
Session 7 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $1,100
Session 8 Jul 26 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $1,100

↗ What parents like

Early bird discount available
Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

Registration portal down
No refunds after May 15th

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Hanes

What ages does YMCA Camp Hanes accept?: YMCA Camp Hanes 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 YMCA Camp Hanes cost?: YMCA Camp Hanes publishes $1,100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is YMCA Camp Hanes accredited?: Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 YMCA Camp Hanes?: YMCA Camp Hanes is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA Camp Hanes provide lunch?: Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes 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

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Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside YMCA Camp Hanes.

YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp · King, NC · Ages 6–17 · $1,100/week
YMCA Camp Hanes - Campers in Leadership Training (CILT) · King, NC · Ages 15–17
YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp · King, NC · Ages 5–15 · $430/week
YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp · YMCA Camp Hanes · Ages 6–15 · $1,100/week