What ages does YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp accept?

YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 - Overnight Camp cost?

YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp publishes $1,100/week for the standard session. Early bird rate of $1010 available until December 31st. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp's hours?

YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp accredited?

Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp?

YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp is operated by a nonprofit 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 YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp provide lunch?

Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 - Overnight Camp

King, NC · $1,100/week

Traditional overnight camp at YMCA Camp Hanes, offering a range of outdoor adventures and character-building activities.

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Hanes is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has been operating for over 75 years, demonstrating a long history of serving youth. It is a nonprofit organization, part of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:8 for overnight camps and mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal and sex offender registry checks. The camp offers a wide range of activities including aquatics, high ropes, and traditional camp games, emphasizing character development and safety. Social media handles for Instagram (@ymcacamp_hanes) and Facebook (YMCACampHanes) are readily available on their site.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195175+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 6–17

YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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: 1951 (75 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–17
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 1225 Camp Hanes Rd, King, NC 27021
Phone: (336) 983-3131
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Early bird rate of $1010 available until December 31st.

Runs 24-hour residential, 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

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Early bird discount
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Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp accept?: YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 - Overnight Camp cost?: YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp publishes $1,100/week for the standard session. Early bird rate of $1010 available until December 31st. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp's hours?: YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp accredited?: Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp?: YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp is operated by a nonprofit 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 YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp provide lunch?: Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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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