Otis, MA
All of the bunks are spacious and have recently been renovated with pine paneling. They have electricity, showers, sinks, and toilets, along with ample cubby spaces for clothes. All girls' bunks have shower facilities. Boys ages 7–13 also have showers in their cabins, while boys ages 14–16 use an individual shower house outside their cabins.
Explore on the camp’s website ↗The bunk is where kids settle in and start to feel like they belong. It's where friendships flourish, where inside jokes show up on day two, and where kids learn how to live with a group in a way that feels natural, not forced. With no screens to disappear into, kids end up doing what they're supposed to be doing at camp: talking, laughing, playing, and being fully present.
Lenox is known for spirit. Campers care about camp, they care about each other, and they take pride in representing something bigger than themselves. Shared traditions, rituals, and camp-wide moments pull everyone into the same experience, and that's what bonds the community into one. Even campers who aren't the first to dive in end up finding their place here, because there are so many ways to feel included and connected.
The adventure team completes a four-day certification training session before regular staff orientation even begins. Activities are run with certified ropes instructors and our course is state-licensed and independently inspected annually, so campers can take on real challenges with the right supervision and safety standards in place. Adventure is also one of the easiest places to make friends. Campers work together, cheer each other on, and build trust quickly.
Camp Lenox is a traditional, coed sleepaway camp, set on 180 acres of Berkshire mountainside in Otis, Massachusetts, overlooking Shaw Pond. From the waterfront at Shaw Pond to the athletic areas, courts, fields, bunks, gathering spaces, and dedicated activity spaces, the Lenox campus is a huge part of what makes the experience feel so special.
One of the most meaningful traditions of the Lenox summer. Older campers are paired with younger campers to build relationships, mentorship, and connection across age groups. These pairings build lasting bonds across age groups and create a strong sense of belonging, mentorship, and continuity — a tradition campers look forward to and take pride in.
Color War is the tradition the entire summer builds toward: four days, two teams, Black and Orange, and everything before it kept secret. It starts with The Break, a full-scale surprise reveal that has arrived by helicopter, skydiver, motorcycle, and once as a Lady Gaga concert, then runs through the Classic Relay, the Rope Burn, the Hatchet Hunt, the Trifecta, and competition by age group across every sport.
One of the things families love most about Camp Lenox is that it isn't designed to be a one-summer experience. Campers grow and move through a progression, year by year, gaining confidence and independence. At Lenox, becoming a Collegian (campers entering 11th grade) is the peak of the camper journey. Every division is its own chapter, and each chapter builds on the one before it.
2027-06-25 – 2027-07-21
4 weeks · $10,800
Overnight camp
Campers in this session receive 2 scheduled video calls.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-07-22 – 2027-08-12
3 weeks · $9,000
Overnight camp
Campers in this session receive 2 scheduled video calls.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-25 – 2027-08-12
7 weeks · $16,700
Overnight camp
Ages 7–16. Campers in this session receive 3 scheduled video calls.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-25 – 2027-07-08
2 weeks · $6,050
Overnight camp
First year campers only.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗Cooking at Lenox is one of the most popular creative outlets at camp, and it's led by someone campers love: Barb, one of the co-inventors of the Twix Bar! With Barb and our brand-new Test Kitchen, campers get a fun, hands-on cooking experience that feels both exciting and approachable. The Creativity program also includes ceramics with real wheels and a kiln, Theatre, Music, Photography, and The Torch — the camp newspaper.
Explore on the camp’s website ↗A day at Camp Lenox is active, structured, and full of variety. Campers move through a schedule that balances instruction, group life, and time to recharge, with the right mix of choice and tradition built into every day. Two periods are AICs (Activity Instructional Clinics) that campers choose themselves, and two are Group Periods with their age group. Evenings bring traditions like Counselor Hunt, Gold Rush, Capture the Flag, or Spa Night. At 9:00 sharp, Taps plays over the PA: "This is Taps, good night Camp Lenox."
Explore on the camp’s website ↗Lenox offers an extensive menu that focuses on healthy, fresh foods. The entire camp eats together, and waitresses serve meals family-style. Cabin counselors sit with their campers during mealtime. A restaurant-style fruit bar or salad bar accompanies every meal, and there's even a creative children's menu suited for the pickiest eaters. Special dietary concerns are happily accommodated with advance notice. Vegetarian options are always available, and campers who need gluten-free or dairy-free alternatives have clear, dependable choices they can count on.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗Campers eat three meals a day, plus a mid-afternoon snack and an evening snack. There are also a few meals that instantly raise the energy in the dining hall, like weekly deli day and cookout barbecues that feel like a mini event. Other camper favorites include Orange Chicken, "Chipotle" Day, Tacos, Chicken Nuggets, and Italian Night! Our food team includes three chefs and a large assisting staff from all over the world.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗Our 15-bed Health Cabin is staffed 24/7 and built to handle the full range of camp needs. The Health Cabin includes patient rooms, a full exam room, and a resident medical team that includes five licensed nurses, a physician, and an administrator who also serves as the medical driver. If a camper ever needs care beyond camp, Berkshire Medical Center and an urgent care facility are about 15 miles away.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗Lower Camp is where the Lenox journey often begins. For many campers, it's their first time away from home, and we take that seriously. In Lower Camp, supervision is more hands-on, routines are more structured, and staff focus heavily on helping campers feel safe, successful, and happy. The youngest Lenoxites — Braves (boys) and Explorers (girls) entering 3rd–4th grade — get a strong foundation with plenty of structure and encouragement. Campers learn the rhythm of camp, build friendships quickly, and grow comfortable being away from home in a supportive environment.
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