What ages does Camp Belknap accept?

Camp Belknap 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 Belknap cost?

Camp Belknap publishes $1,438/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available. Cost for Session 3 (2 Weeks): (Tier 1): $2875.0 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Belknap accredited?

Yes — Camp Belknap is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1928 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 Belknap?

Camp Belknap is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1928 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 Belknap provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Belknap 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 7–15

Camp Belknap

Hopewell Junction · $1,438/week · ★ 4.7 (54 reviews)

Traditional overnight camp for boys focusing on character development, outdoor activities, and community building.

▌ Editor's read Camp Belknap is a program offered by Camp Sloane YMCA, which is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, operating since 1928, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They explicitly mention their commitment to safety, including background checks for all staff, on their 'Safety & Staff' page. Camp Sloane YMCA is a non-profit organization. While specific staff-to-camper ratios for Camp Belknap were not found, the overall Camp Sloane website provides comprehensive information about their programs and values. Social media handles for Camp Sloane (Instagram: @campsloane, Facebook: @campsloane) are readily available.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 981928+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Belknap 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: 98 (1928 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 7–15
Address: 340 Stanwood Rd, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533, USA
Phone: (845) 221-2211
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Tiered pricing available. Cost for Session 3 (2 Weeks): (Tier 1): $2875.0

4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 22.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875
Session 2 Jul 12 – 25, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875
Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 8, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875
Session 4 Aug 9 – 22, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,875

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Belknap

What ages does Camp Belknap accept?: Camp Belknap 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 Belknap cost?: Camp Belknap publishes $1,438/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available. Cost for Session 3 (2 Weeks): (Tier 1): $2875.0 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Belknap accredited?: Yes — Camp Belknap is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1928 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 Belknap?: Camp Belknap is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1928 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 Belknap provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Belknap 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 Belknap 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 Belknap.

Camp Belknap · Ages 7–15 · $1,638/week
Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) · Fishkill, NY · Ages 8–15
Camp Tommy · Fishkill, NY · Ages 9–12
Yiddishland (Workers Circle) · Circle Lodge · Ages 8–17