Camp Nicolet
Traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Wisconsin, offering a wide range of activities focused on skill...
▌ Editor's read Camp Nicolet is a well-established overnight summer camp for girls, operating since 1944, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is ACA accredited, with their accreditation status confirmed on the ACA website, expiring in 2025. They explicitly state on their 'Staff' page that all staff undergo extensive background checks, including criminal and sex offender registries. The camp maintains a favorable camper-to-staff ratio of 3:1, as noted on their 'About Us' page, which suggests individualized attention. Their program offers a diverse range of activities, from watersports to equestrian and arts, promoting skill development and personal growth. The camp's long history and clear operational details contribute to its credibility.
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Nicolet 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
- 82 (1944 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 16040 Camp Nicolet Lane, Eagle River, WI 54521
- Phone: (715) 545-2522
- Cost notes: $7,600 for 4 weeks.
Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 7.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Full Summer Jun 21 – Aug 7, 2026 · 7 weeks · $12,950
- Session 1 Jun 21 – Jul 10, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,850
- Session 2 Jul 12 – Aug 7, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,600
↗ What parents like
- All-girls camp
- All-inclusive pricing
- Flexible session options
↘ Watch for
- No contact info on website
- Registration requires bot check
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Nicolet
- What ages does Camp Nicolet accept?
- Camp Nicolet 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 Camp Nicolet cost?
- Camp Nicolet publishes $1,900/week for the standard session. $7,600 for 4 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Nicolet's hours?
- Camp Nicolet 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 Nicolet accredited?
- Yes — Camp Nicolet is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1944 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 Nicolet?
- Camp Nicolet is operated by a private business, with 1944 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 Nicolet provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Nicolet 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 Nicolet compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Eagle River?
- Camp Nicolet is one of 33 overnight/sleepaway camps in Eagle River 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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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- 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.
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