Camp Hidden Meadows
Camp Hidden Meadows is a traditional overnight summer camp in West Virginia offering a wide range of activities for campers aged 6-16, focusing on personal g...
▌ Editor's read Camp Hidden Meadows' website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of its programs. It is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to health and safety standards. The camp, founded by Michael and Nancy Wells, has been operating for over 60 years, indicating a rich history and experience in youth development. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and are carefully selected. It is an overnight camp for ages 6-16, offering activities like horseback riding, watersports, and adventure sports. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive staff and variety of activities. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @camphiddenmeadows and a Facebook page 'camphiddenmeadows'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Camp Hidden Meadows 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
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 17739 Camp Hidden Meadows Rd, Bartow, WV 24920, USA
- Cost notes: USD. 2-week session is $3900.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Hidden Meadows
- What ages does Camp Hidden Meadows accept?
- Camp Hidden Meadows is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Hidden Meadows cost?
- Camp Hidden Meadows publishes $1,950/week for the standard session. USD. 2-week session is $3900. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Hidden Meadows's hours?
- Camp Hidden Meadows 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 Hidden Meadows accredited?
- Yes — Camp Hidden Meadows is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Hidden Meadows?
- Camp Hidden Meadows is operated by a private business, with 60 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 Hidden Meadows provide lunch?
- Camp Hidden Meadows does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Hidden Meadows 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.
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