Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–13 · $1,275/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–13

Camp Gallagher - MS Classic

Lakebay, WA · $1,275/week · ★ 4.7 (82 reviews)

Camp Gallagher's MS Classic is a week-long overnight camp for middle schoolers, offering a traditional camp...

▌ Editor's read Camp Gallagher's website loads successfully and provides detailed information about its classic overnight camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, signifying compliance with over 200 health and safety standards. The website states that Camp Gallagher has been operating for 90 years, indicating a long-standing presence and experience in youth camping. The camp is a non-profit organization. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a commitment to camper safety. Google reviews for Camp Gallagher show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the supportive staff. Programs emphasize outdoor activities like kayaking, archery, and arts & crafts, fostering a sense of community and personal development.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 12–13

Camp Gallagher - MS Classic 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
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 12–13
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: Camp Gallagher, Lakebay, WA 98349
  • Phone: (888) 658-2230
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Operating Price: $1275 for 7 days. Tiered pricing available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (1 one-week), from Jul 25 to Jul 31.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 4 Jul 25 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $1,275

↗ What parents like

  • - Focus on middle schoolers
  • - Week-long classic camp
  • - Variety of activities

↘ Watch for

  • - Specific session dates
  • - May be full

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Gallagher - MS Classic

What ages does Camp Gallagher - MS Classic accept?
Camp Gallagher - MS Classic is open to children ages 12–13. 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 - MS Classic cost?
Camp Gallagher - MS Classic publishes $1,275/week for the standard session. Operating Price: $1275 for 7 days. Tiered pricing available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Gallagher - MS Classic's hours?
Camp Gallagher - MS Classic 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 - MS Classic accredited?
Yes — Camp Gallagher - MS Classic 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 Camp Gallagher - MS Classic?
Camp Gallagher - MS Classic is operated by a nonprofit organization, 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 Camp Gallagher - MS Classic provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Gallagher - MS Classic 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 - MS Classic compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakebay?
Camp Gallagher - MS Classic 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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