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Chimney Corners Camp YMCA

★★★★½ 4.936 reviewsBecket, MA

Private

Chimney Corners Camp is a YMCA overnight (and some day) camp for girls and gender-nonbinary campers who prefer female housing, set on 1,400 acres in the Berkshire hills of Becket and operating since 1931. The traditional program runs four-week sessions for ages 7-15, grouped into Junior, Intermediate, and Senior units, with a two-week starter option for the youngest. Activities include waterfront (swimming, sailing, kayaking), horseback riding, performing and visual arts, outdoor adventure, farm and garden, and woodworking.

The practical details

Environment
Indoor/Outdoor
Operator
Private
Before you register

We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Chimney Corners Camp YMCA directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.

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Meets the American Camp Association's health, safety, and program standards, reviewed on a recurring accreditation cycle.

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★★★★★Will & Marcy Hasenplaugh

Our daughter loves Chimney Corners - it’s been a safe place for her to grow, become more independent and thrive. She’s entering her 4th year at camp and can’t wait to go.

★★★★★Mandy Thomas

This camp has changed my life and my daughter's life. Being an angsty teenager myself and having a daughter managing ADHD and depression, this camp has saved us in many ways. Each summer my daughter returns home as a more confident, wise, and happy person! She has experienced everything being in a riding cabin, traveling to Peru and will spend this summer as an AIDE. Chimney Corners has supported us in so many ways! They have so many programs to offer, AMAZING staff and will help your child grow in only the most positive ways. I wish I could go back and have a summer to disconnect from technology, reconnect with friends and enjoy the love of outdoors and just laugh! I can't say enough good things about Chimney Corners!!!!

★★★★★Jo Hastings

Fantastic, magic

★★★★★Regina Varga

Had the best summer of my life here as a staff member. For anyone who is hesitating, this is the most amazing camp. Couldn't recommend it more.

★★★★★Guy Nerad

The best possible environment for developing leadership, social awareness, and sensitivity to the natural world. We are dedicated lifetime supporters of the camp and its year long outdoor center programming. This is a truly special place.

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