Forest Lake Camp

5

261 Forest Lake Road, Chestertown, NY 12817

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Music
STEM
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Music
STEM
Girls aged 8-16•Mon–Sun from 9AM–12PM•25/day & 100/week
Girls aged 8-16
Mon–Sun from 9AM–12PM
25/day & 100/week

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Adventure, friendship, and growth in the Adirondacks

Building confidence, friendships, and independence in a stunning Adirondack setting is what it is all about. Kids experience tons of activities and a genuine community with separate boys’ and girls’ camps, so everyone feels at home. The staff is truly caring, and the traditions create lifelong memories. If you want your child to unplug and come home more self-assured, this camp is a fantastic choice.
Building confidence, friendships, and independence in a stunning Adirondack setting is what it is all about. Kids experience tons of activities and a genuine community with separate boys’ and girls’ camps, so everyone feels at home. The staff is truly caring, and the traditions create lifelong memories. If you want your child to unplug and come home more self-assured, this camp is a fantastic choice.

Location & hours

261 Forest Lake Road, Chestertown, NY 12817

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Swimming
Boating
Fishing
Archery
Climbing
Rock climbing
Hiking
Team sports
Basketball
Tennis
Arts and crafts
Science experiments
Wilderness activities
Nature exploration
Creative arts
Adventure sports
Camping
Outdoor games
Indoor games
Water activities
Leadership training
Sailing
Canoeing
Kayaking
Music
Drama
Dance
Woodworking
Living in cabins
Making friends
Leadership development
White water rafting
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Music
STEM
Swimming
Boating
Fishing
Archery
Climbing
Rock climbing
Hiking
Team sports
Basketball
Tennis
Arts and crafts
Science experiments
Wilderness activities
Nature exploration
Creative arts
Adventure sports
Camping
Outdoor games
Indoor games
Water activities
Leadership training
Sailing
Canoeing
Kayaking
Music
Drama
Dance
Woodworking
Living in cabins
Making friends
Leadership development
White water rafting

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

5
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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