Camp Hawkeye
Camp Hawkeye is an inclusive overnight camp in New Hampshire fostering independence, community, and respect for...
▌ Editor's read Camp Hawkeye's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming adherence to recognized safety and operational standards. The camp, founded by Jess and Garrett, has been operating since 2008, indicating over 15 years of experience. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mention that all staff undergo background checks, which are strong indicators of safety protocols. The camp emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and community building, offering a wide range of activities from arts to adventure. Google reviews show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's inclusive environment and positive impact on their children's confidence and social skills. The camp is a for-profit entity. Social media handles include @camphawkeye on Instagram and 'camphawkeye' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 182008+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Hawkeye 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
- 18 (2008 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 165 Camp Good News Rd, Charlestown, NH 03603, USA
- Phone: (781) 315-1297
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $3,000 for 2 weeks. Sibling discount of 10% for each additional child on 4-week or longer sessions. Early registration discount of $250 for 4-week or longer registrations before November 1. Financial aid is available.
↗ What parents like
- Focus on diversity and inclusion
- Good for first-time campers
- Financial aid available
↘ Watch for
- No discounts for 2-week sessions
- Binary gendered sleeping areas
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Hawkeye
- What ages does Camp Hawkeye accept?
- Camp Hawkeye is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Hawkeye cost?
- Camp Hawkeye publishes $1,500/week for the standard session. $3,000 for 2 weeks. Sibling discount of 10% for each additional child on 4-week or longer sessions. Early registration discount of $250 for 4-week or longer registrations before November 1. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Hawkeye's hours?
- Camp Hawkeye 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 Camp Hawkeye accredited?
- Yes — Camp Hawkeye is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 2008 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 Hawkeye?
- Camp Hawkeye is operated by a private business, with 2008 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 Hawkeye provide lunch?
- Camp Hawkeye does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Camp Hawkeye compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Charlestown?
- Camp Hawkeye is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Charlestown that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Hawkeye 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.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Hawkeye.
- Camp Hawkeye - Session I · Camp Hawkeye · Ages 7–17 · $1,500/week
- Camp Hawkeye - Session III · Camp Hawkeye · Ages 7–17 · $1,500/week
- Camp Hawkeye - Session IV · Camp Hawkeye · Ages 7–17 · $1,500/week
- Camp Hawkeye - Session II · Camp Hawkeye · Ages 7–17 · $1,500/week