Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 14–18 · $1,338/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 14–18

Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus

Lakebay, WA · $1,338/week · ★ 4.7 (82 reviews)

Camp Gallagher's HS Classic Plus is an extended overnight camp for high schoolers, offering more time for activities...

▌ Editor's read Camp Gallagher's website loads successfully, detailing its classic camp programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for 75 years, indicating a rich history and experience in youth camping. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a focus on safety. Camp Gallagher is a non-profit organization. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the ACA accreditation implies appropriate supervision. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, with many praising the positive environment and engaging activities. Social media handles are active on Instagram (@campgallagher) and Facebook (campgallagher), showcasing camp life.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: Camp Gallagher, Lakebay, WA 98349
  • Phone: (888) 658-2230
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Operating Price: $1912 for 10 days. Tiered pricing available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Aug 3 to Aug 12.

1 sold out

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 5 Aug 3 – 12, 2026 · 2 weeks · $1,912 Sold out

↗ What parents like

  • - Extended 10-day session
  • - More in-depth experience
  • - Focus on high schoolers

↘ Watch for

  • - Higher cost
  • - Limited availability

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus

What ages does Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus accept?
Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus is open to children ages 14–18. 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 Gallagher - HS Classic Plus cost?
Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus publishes $1,338/week for the standard session. Operating Price: $1912 for 10 days. Tiered pricing available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus's hours?
Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus 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 Gallagher - HS Classic Plus accredited?
Yes — Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Gallagher - HS Classic Plus?
Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Gallagher - HS Classic Plus provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus 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 Gallagher - HS Classic Plus compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakebay?
Camp Gallagher - HS Classic Plus is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakebay 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.

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