What ages does Camp Lanakila accept?

Camp Lanakila is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Lanakila cost?

Camp Lanakila publishes $2,100/week for the standard session. 2025 rates. 3.5 weeks for $7,350, 7 weeks for $12,300. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Lanakila accredited?

Yes — Camp Lanakila is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 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 Lanakila?

Camp Lanakila is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1922 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 Lanakila provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Lanakila 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 8–14

Camp Lanakila

Fairlee, VT · $2,100/week · ★ 5.0 (6 reviews)

Traditional boys' overnight camp focusing on outdoor activities and community.

▌ Editor's read The Lanakila camp website loads successfully, providing extensive information. It is ACA accredited, with the accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their 'Safety & Well-Being' page. The camp was founded in 1922 by Edward and Helen Gulick, indicating a long history of operation. It is part of The Aloha Foundation, a non-profit organization. The staff-to-camper ratio is explicitly stated as 1:4 on the 'Staff' page. The 'Safety & Well-Being' page confirms that all staff undergo background checks. Lanakila is clearly an overnight camp for boys, as described throughout the site. Social media handles for The Aloha Foundation (which includes Lanakila) are provided in the footer.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1041922+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 8–14

Camp Lanakila 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: 104 (1922 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–14
Address: 2968 Lake Morey Rd, Fairlee, VT 05045
Phone: 802-333-3400
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: 2025 rates. 3.5 weeks for $7,350, 7 weeks for $12,300.

4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 22 to Aug 12.

Sessions ⛓

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

Bridge Program Jun 22 – Aug 12, 2026 · 8 weeks
Full Season Jun 26 – Aug 12, 2026 · 7 weeks
1st Session Jun 26 – Jul 19, 2026 · 4 weeks
2nd Session Jul 21 – Aug 12, 2026 · 4 weeks

↗ What parents like

All-boys environment
Focus on outdoor skills
Builds strong friendships

↘ Watch for

Not co-educational
Longer session lengths

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Lanakila

What ages does Camp Lanakila accept?: Camp Lanakila is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Lanakila cost?: Camp Lanakila publishes $2,100/week for the standard session. 2025 rates. 3.5 weeks for $7,350, 7 weeks for $12,300. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Lanakila accredited?: Yes — Camp Lanakila is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 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 Lanakila?: Camp Lanakila is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1922 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 Lanakila provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Lanakila 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

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Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Lanakila.

Camp Aloha · Ages 12–17 · $3,073/week
Camp Aloha · Fairlee, VT · Ages 12–17 · $2,100/week
Camp Hive · Fairlee, VT · Ages 12–17 · $2,100/week
Aloha Foundation Horseback Riding · Aloha Foundation Horse Camp · Ages 12–17
Camp Billings · Camp Billings · Ages 8–15 · $1,100/week
Horizons Day Camp · Fairlee, VT · Ages 5–12 · $623/week