Camp Winaukee
A traditional overnight summer camp for boys on Lake Winnipesaukee, offering a wide range of land and water sports,...
▌ Editor's read Camp Winaukee's website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of its programs for boys. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. The 'About Us' page states the camp was founded in 1920 by Henry R. Holland, indicating 104 years of operation. The camp's program is exclusively overnight, catering to boys. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons and the strong sense of community. The camp offers a wide array of activities including team sports, water sports, adventure, and creative arts, emphasizing skill development and personal growth.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1911115+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
Camp Winaukee sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1911 (115 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 432 Winaukee Rd, Moultonborough, NH 03254
- Phone: (800) 487-9157
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Full Summer: $15,825. First Session: $9,800. Second Session: $7,775. Rookie Experience: $5,275.
↗ What parents like
- Multiple session lengths
- Located on Lake Winnipesaukee
↘ Watch for
- High cost for full session
- No shorter options for older kids
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Winaukee
- What ages does Camp Winaukee accept?
- Camp Winaukee is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Winaukee cost?
- Camp Winaukee doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Full Summer: $15,825. First Session: $9,800. Second Session: $7,775. Rookie Experience: $5,275. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Camp Winaukee's hours?
- Camp Winaukee 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 Winaukee accredited?
- Yes — Camp Winaukee is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 115 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 Winaukee?
- Camp Winaukee is operated by a private business, with 115 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 Winaukee provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Winaukee 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 Winaukee compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Moultonborough?
- Camp Winaukee is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway camps in Moultonborough 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 Winaukee 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.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Winaukee.
- Camp Quinebarge · Camp Quinebarge · Ages 6–17 · $1,800/week
- Camp Robindel · Center Harbor, NH · Ages 6–15 · $2,562/week
- Camp Robindel Full Experience · Center Harbor, NH · Ages 6–15 · $2,379/week
- 2 Weeks on Winni · Center Harbor, NH · Ages 6–8 · $2,750/week
- Camp Winaukee - First Session · Moultonborough, NH · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week
- Camp Winaukee - Full Summer · Moultonborough, NH · Ages 7–15 · $2,261/week
- Camp Winaukee - Rookie Experience · Moultonborough, NH · Ages 6–12 · $2,638/week
- Camp Winaukee - Second Session · Moultonborough, NH · Ages 7–15 · $2,592/week