Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17 · $635/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17

Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp

Mount Rainier · $635/week

Christian overnight camp with traditional activities and spiritual growth focus.

▌ Editor's read Sunset Lake Camp, which hosts Foothills Camp, is a Christian-based overnight summer camp located in Wilkeson, WA. The website, sunsetlake.org, loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating compliance with over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. The 'About Us' page states the camp has been operating for over 70 years, suggesting a rich history and experience in youth camping. The camp is owned and operated by the Washington Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, classifying it as a church-owned entity. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child safety. Google reviews for 'Sunset Lake Camp' show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 104 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive environment, caring staff, and engaging activities. The camp offers various sessions for different age groups, focusing on spiritual growth, outdoor adventures, and community building.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills 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
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 30000 84th St E, Wilkeson, WA 98396
  • Phone: 360-829-0311
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Session Price: $635 (Standard Class). Includes all activities, meals, and lodging.

↗ What parents like

  • Affordable pricing
  • Christian-based program

↘ Watch for

  • Website is a bit basic

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp

What ages does Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp accept?
Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp cost?
Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp publishes $635/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp's hours?
Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills 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 Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp accredited?
Yes — Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp?
Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp is operated by a faith-based organization, with 70 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 Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Sunset Lake Camp - Foothills Camp 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.

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