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Camp Ghormley

Camp Ghormley

Coed sleepaway camp · Naches, Washington · Since 1939

★ 4.8 112 Google reviewsNonprofitPhone-freeWinter camp tooChristian
Campers
Coed
Sessions
1-week
Staff ratio
1 : 8
Campers per session
12
Nearest airport
YKM · 26 mi

Camp Ghormley is a coed, Christian nonprofit overnight camp in Naches, WA, serving grades 2-13 with a faith focus and outdoor/waterfront activities. It reports a 1:8 staff ratio, 24/7 medical/nurse coverage, and a camper count of 12.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 10, 2026 on campghormley.com

Photos

Photos from Camp Ghormley’s own website and materials.

Good fit for
  • Christian families looking for a faith-focused overnight camp with chapel and outdoor activities.
  • Children in grades 2-13 who enjoy adventure and waterfront activities such as horseback riding, paintball, rock climbing, and waterskiing.
  • Families wanting a small camp with a 1:8 staff ratio and 24/7 medical/nurse coverage.
Worth knowing
  • No cell phones/electronics and no calls home; communication is one-way email/letters, and parent visits are limited to check-in/check-out.
  • The deposit is $50 non-refundable; behavioral dismissal gets no refund, and illness/injury early leave is case-by-case.
  • Staff screening lists pre-camp training and CPR/First Aid but does not mention background checks.

2027 sessions and prices

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Junior 1 Camp1 week · Grades: 3-6Jun 28 – Jul 2––Open
Adventure Camp 1 - Middle School1 week · Grades: 6-9Jun 28 – Jul 3––Open
Adventure Camp 2 - Middle School-High School1 week · Grades: 7-10Jul 5 – Jul 10––Open
Middle School Camp1 week · Grades: 6-8Jul 5 – Jul 10––Open
Junior 2 Camphalf a week · Grades: 3-6Jul 12 – Jul 15––Open
Adventure Camp 3 - Middle School1 week · Grades: 6-9Jul 12 – Jul 17––Open
Primary Camphalf a week · Grades: 2-4Jul 19 – Jul 22––Open
Teen Camp1 week · Grades: 8-13Jul 25 – Jul 31––Open
Plus fees: Camp photo $6; paintball ticket $10 (about 200 paintballs); optional Sundeck/camp store money.Source: camp’s dates and rates

Winter camp

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
SessionFeb 12 – Feb 14––Ask

What it really costs

Deposit and payments$50 non-refundable deposit due at registration. Source
RefundsCancel before session starts: all payments refunded except $50 non-refundable deposit. Behavioral dismissal: no refund. Illness/injury early leave: case-by-case. Source
Financial aidPartial scholarships usually around 30% of camp fee; apply at least two weeks before session. Source
DiscountsFriend Invite: $25 off per new friend who registers; Camp for Christmas discount if half fee/payment plan by deadline; not combinable. Source
Extra feesCamp photo $6; paintball ticket $10 (about 200 paintballs); optional Sundeck/camp store money. Source

Activities

challenge coursehorseback ridingpaintballswimmingwatersportsrock climbingday hikeswaterskiingwakeboardingboat ridestubingcraftschapel

Camp life

Waterfront
Pool; Rimrock Lake for waterski/watersports; swimming, boating, waterski. Source
Phones
No cell phones/electronics; confiscated; no calls home; digital/disposable camera allowed. Source
Staying in touch
Letters/packages delivered at dinner; one-way email via website printed and delivered; campers cannot reply. Source
Visiting day
No parent visits except check-in/check-out; pre-approved drop-off only. Source
First-time campers
Homesickness is normal first night; counselors comfort/pray; parents and Program Director partner if persists. Source
Health care
Medical professional/nurse on site 24/7; nurse cabin. Source
Food and allergies
Special dietary needs with advance notice; do not send gum or nut snacks. Source
Staff checks
Two-week pre-camp training incl. child abuse prevention, behavioral management, emergency response; CPR/First Aid; no background-check mention. Source
Staff ratio
1:8 Source
Who runs it
nonprofit Source
Faith
Christian Source
Visit or tour
Family Fun and Camp Preview Day (Saturday, June 6, 2020) Source

Getting there

Address
640 Lost Lake Road, Naches, WA 98937 Source
Nearest airports
Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field (YKM, 26 mi); Pangborn Memorial Airport (EAT, 65 mi)
Phone
509.672.4311 Source
Seattle87 mi
Portland, Oregon111 mi
Sacramento559 mi
Salt Lake City613 mi

Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.

camper · ★★★★★
“I’m going to fifth grade, but I’m coming July 19 Look for a kid on July 19 that is their named Carl buckner”
Carl B. · via Google
camper · ★★★★★
“The staff is so kind. The activities amazing and the staff are clearly trained and make you feel safe. The food and the fact that that they make extra for dietary restrictions…let me tell you I had the best vegan chili I’ve ever had in my life. I’m…”
WindyDaPoohBear “. · via Google
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In the news

Questions about Camp Ghormley

When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Ghormley?

Junior 1 Camp: Jun 28 to Jul 2. Adventure Camp 1 - Middle School: Jun 28 to Jul 3. Adventure Camp 2 - Middle School-High School: Jul 5 to Jul 10. Middle School Camp: Jul 5 to Jul 10. Junior 2 Camp: Jul 12 to Jul 15. Adventure Camp 3 - Middle School: Jul 12 to Jul 17.

Does Camp Ghormley run a winter camp?

Yes. Camp Ghormley also runs winter sessions: Winter session: Feb 12, 2027 to Feb 14.

Can campers bring phones?

No cell phones/electronics; confiscated; no calls home; digital/disposable camera allowed.

Is there a visiting day?

No parent visits except check-in/check-out; pre-approved drop-off only.

Is it good for first-time campers?

Homesickness is normal first night; counselors comfort/pray; parents and Program Director partner if persists.

What is the refund policy?

Cancel before session starts: all payments refunded except $50 non-refundable deposit. Behavioral dismissal: no refund. Illness/injury early leave: case-by-case.

Is financial aid available?

Partial scholarships usually around 30% of camp fee; apply at least two weeks before session.

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