What ages does Camp Kabeyun accept?

Camp Kabeyun is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Kabeyun cost?

Camp Kabeyun publishes $2,125/week for the standard session. 4-week session is $8500, 8-week session is $12500 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Kabeyun accredited?

Yes — Camp Kabeyun is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Kabeyun?

Camp Kabeyun is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 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 Kabeyun provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Kabeyun 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 8–16

Camp Kabeyun

Alton Bay · $2,125/week · ★ 5.0 (46 reviews)

A traditional boys' overnight camp on Lake Winnipesaukee, focusing on outdoor activities, skill development, and...

▌ Editor's read Camp Kabeyun is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by the ACA logo and link on their 'About Us' page. The camp boasts over 90 years of operation, suggesting a long-standing tradition and experience in youth development. It operates as a non-profit organization, as stated on their 'About Us' page. A strong staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 is explicitly mentioned on the 'For Parents' page, indicating good supervision. The camp also confirms that all staff undergo background checks, as detailed in their 'Safety' section. The founder, John Porter, is mentioned on the 'About Us' page as the individual who established the camp.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 193690+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Kabeyun 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: 1936 (90 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–16
Address: 90 Prescott Rd, Alton Bay, NH 03810
Phone: (603) 875-3060
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: 4-week session is $8500, 8-week session is $12500

6 sessions (0 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 29 to Aug 22.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 29 – Jul 25, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,415
Session 3 Jun 29 – Aug 22, 2026 · 8 weeks · $13,900
Session 4 Jun 29 – Aug 16, 2026 · 7 weeks · $12,115
Session 5 Jun 29 – Jul 12, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,385
Session 2 Jul 27 – Aug 22, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,415
Session 6 Jul 27 – Aug 9, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,385

↗ What parents like

Technology-free environment
Campers choose their own activities
Long-tenured staff

↘ Watch for

No shorter session options

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Kabeyun

What ages does Camp Kabeyun accept?: Camp Kabeyun is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Kabeyun cost?: Camp Kabeyun publishes $2,125/week for the standard session. 4-week session is $8500, 8-week session is $12500 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Kabeyun accredited?: Yes — Camp Kabeyun is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Kabeyun?: Camp Kabeyun is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 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 Kabeyun provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Kabeyun 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 Kabeyun 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.

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