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Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center

Sharon

Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center offers overnight summer camp programs for youth in a Christian setting, focusing on spiritual growth, community, and outdoo...

▌ Editor's read Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center's website, silverlakect.org, loads successfully and provides detailed information about its programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, ensuring adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. The website explicitly states that staff undergo background checks. The camp has been operating for 75 years, indicating a strong history and experience in youth camping. It is owned and operated by the Connecticut Conference of the United Church of Christ, making it a church-affiliated organization. Programs offered are primarily overnight camps for various age groups, including traditional camp, adventure camp, and leadership development. Google reviews show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 107 reviews, with many reviewers praising the supportive staff, beautiful location, and positive impact on campers' spiritual and personal growth. Social media handles include @silverlakect on Instagram and 'silverlakect' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 223 Low Rd, Sharon, CT 06069
  • Phone: (860) 364-5526
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center

What ages does Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center accept?
Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center cost?
Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center's hours?
Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center accredited?
Yes — Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center?
Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center is operated by a faith-based organization, with 75 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 Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center provide lunch?
Silver Lake Camp & Retreat Center 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.

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