What ages does Camp Onaway accept?

Camp Onaway is open to children ages 9–16. 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 Onaway cost?

Camp Onaway publishes $1,686/week for the standard session. Full 7-week session tuition is $11,800. 3-week session is $6,800. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Onaway accredited?

Yes — Camp Onaway is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 110 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 Onaway?

Camp Onaway is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 110 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 Onaway provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Onaway 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.

How does Camp Onaway compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hebron?

Camp Onaway is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hebron 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 9–16

Camp Onaway

Hebron · $1,686/week · ★ 5.0 (23 reviews)

Traditional overnight camp for girls on Newfound Lake, focusing on outdoor activities, sports, and arts.

▌ Editor's read Camp Onaway is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with its accreditation valid through 2025, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp was founded in 1911 by Helen Frick, indicating over 110 years of operation. It is operated by a non-profit organization, as evidenced by the 'Onaway Trust' mentioned on their site. The camp maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is a strong indicator of supervision and individualized attention, found on their 'Staff' page. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal record checks and reference checks, on their 'Staff' page, demonstrating a commitment to safety.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1916110+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 9–16

Camp Onaway 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: 1916 (110 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 9–16
Address: 17 Onaway Rd, Hebron, NH 03241
Phone: 603-744-6300
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Full 7-week session tuition is $11,800. 3-week session is $6,800.

3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 27 to Aug 16.

Sessions ⛓

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

Full Session Jun 27 – Aug 16, 2026 · 8 weeks · $11,800
Session 1 Jun 27 – Jul 19, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,800
Session 2 Jul 25 – Aug 16, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,800

↗ What parents like

Full seven-week session
Located on Newfound Lake

↘ Watch for

High cost
Application requires video call

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Onaway

What ages does Camp Onaway accept?: Camp Onaway is open to children ages 9–16. 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 Onaway cost?: Camp Onaway publishes $1,686/week for the standard session. Full 7-week session tuition is $11,800. 3-week session is $6,800. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Onaway accredited?: Yes — Camp Onaway is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 110 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 Onaway?: Camp Onaway is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 110 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 Onaway provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Onaway 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.
How does Camp Onaway compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hebron?: Camp Onaway is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hebron 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 Onaway 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 Onaway.

Camp Wicosuta - Explorer Session 1 · Hebron, NH · Ages 6–9 · $3,425/week
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Camp Wicosuta - Session 2 · Hebron, NH · Ages 6–16 · $2,488/week
Camp Pasquaney · Camp Pasquaney · Ages 11–16 · $1,619/week
Camp Wicosuta · Hebron, NH · Ages 6–15 · $2,488/week
Camp Wicosuta - Explorer Session 2 · Hebron, NH · Ages 6–10 · $3,425/week
Camp Onawa · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 8–16 · $750/week