Tyler Hill Camp
Tyler Hill Camp is a traditional overnight summer camp in the Poconos, offering a wide range of activities for...
▌ Editor's read Tyler Hill Camp's website loads successfully and presents itself as a traditional overnight summer camp for children aged 7-16. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The 'About Us' section states the camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by Wendy and Andy Siegel, and is currently run by their family. The website explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are fingerprinted. The camp also states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:2. Google reviews for Tyler Hill Camp show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive environment and variety of activities. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram (@tylerhillcamp) and Facebook (TylerHillCamp), showcasing daily activities and camp life.
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Tyler Hill Camp 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
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1017 Cochecton Turnpike, Tyler Hill, PA 18469
- Phone: (516) 656-4220
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Standard payment is $18,275 for the full 7-week season.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 25 to Aug 12.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 25 – Aug 12, 2026 · 7 weeks · $18,275
↗ What parents like
- Technology-free environment
- Focus on traditional camp values
↘ Watch for
- High cost
- Uniform required
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Tyler Hill Camp
- What ages does Tyler Hill Camp accept?
- Tyler Hill Camp is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Tyler Hill Camp cost?
- Tyler Hill Camp publishes $2,611/week for the standard session. Standard payment is $18,275 for the full 7-week season. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Tyler Hill Camp's hours?
- Tyler Hill Camp 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 Tyler Hill Camp accredited?
- Yes — Tyler Hill Camp 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 Tyler Hill Camp?
- Tyler Hill Camp is operated by a private business, 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 Tyler Hill Camp provide lunch?
- Tyler Hill Camp 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Tyler Hill Camp 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.