Camp Betsey Cox
A unique Vermont summer camp for girls & women, focusing on community, skill-building, and outdoor activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Betsey Cox is an overnight camp for girls, established over 80 years ago by Betsey Cox. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their website. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, as stated on their 'Dates & Rates' page. While the website mentions a focus on safety and well-being, there is no explicit language regarding background checks for staff. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campbetseycox) and Facebook page (campbetseycox). The 'Dates & Rates' page provides session lengths and costs, confirming its overnight program type.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
Camp Betsey Cox 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
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 38 Camp Betsey Cox Rd, Pittsford, VT 05763
- Phone: 802-483-6611
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Session 1 (3 weeks) is $4900, Session 2 (2 weeks) is $3490, and Session 3 (3 weeks) is $4900.
↗ What parents like
- International staff
- Sliding scale tuition
↘ Watch for
- No weekly sessions
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Betsey Cox
- What ages does Camp Betsey Cox accept?
- Camp Betsey Cox 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 Betsey Cox cost?
- Camp Betsey Cox publishes $1,633/week for the standard session. Session 1 (3 weeks) is $4900, Session 2 (2 weeks) is $3490, and Session 3 (3 weeks) is $4900. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Betsey Cox accredited?
- Yes — Camp Betsey Cox is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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.
- Does Camp Betsey Cox provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Betsey Cox 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 Betsey Cox 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 Betsey Cox.
- Camp Betsey Cox - Full Season · Ages 7–15 · $1,185/week
- Camp Betsey Cox - Second Session · Ages 7–15 · $1,745/week
- Camp Sangamon for Boys · Ages 8–16 · $1,745/week