2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Cheley Colorado Camps

Estes Park, Colorado

Cheley Colorado Camps

Spend 27 days with Rocky Mountain hiking, riding and outdoor living, with time to settle into camp life.

Cheley groups regular campers into age-based units for mountain activities, shared living and progressive challenges. Its core stay is 27 days; ages 8–10 can also consider the 5-day Quarter B-4 introduction. Full-session attendance is central to the format.

ACA-accredited
Rocky Mountain overnight27 daysRiding & hikingIntro ages 8–10

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Cheley Family Camp: covered-wagon accommodation among the trees.
Cheley Family Camp: covered-wagon accommodation among the trees.View past-program photos (4)

Courses & activities

Mountain hiking

Hike mountain routes and join age-appropriate backpacking and campouts.

Western riding

Western riding is a central outdoor activity.

Climbing & challenges

Climbing, ropes and team challenges encourage gradual progress.

Arts & water activities

Crafts, woodworking and age-suitable rafting or paddleboarding add variety.

Camp features & life

Complete 27-day terms

Core terms have a defined beginning, settling-in period and conclusion.

Younger-camper introduction

Quarter B-4 is for ages 8–10; it is not offered to older campers.

Airport arrival support

The camp can meet campers at Denver airport and arrange onward travel.

Who might enjoy this camp?

  • For children who enjoy mountain activities and can stay nearly a month.
  • For families exploring a short first stay for an 8–10-year-old.
  • For international families planning flights, gear and adjustment time early.

Regular eligibility is ages 9–17 by August 15, 2027; Quarter B-4 uses age 8–10 by its last day. Confirm mountain readiness, English and international admission.

2027 dates & tuition

2027 dates & tuition

2027-06-15 to 2027-07-11First Term · Ages 9–17 by August 15, 2027
27 days
US$7,900 per camperDeposit: USD 1,000
2027-07-13 to 2027-08-08Second Term · Ages 9–17 by August 15, 2027
27 days
US$7,900 per camperDeposit: USD 1,000
2027-08-10 to 2027-08-14Quarter B-4 Pikas · Age 8 by final day
5 days, 4 nights
US$1,650 per camperDeposit: USD 500
2027-08-10 to 2027-08-14Quarter B-4 Marmots · Ages 9–10 by final day
5 days, 4 nights
US$1,650 per camperDeposit: USD 500

Deposits of US$1,000 regular or US$500 introductory count toward tuition; credit cards add 2.8%.

Balance is due May 1, 2027; cancellation from April 1, 2027 forfeits full tuition.

Travel & participation

Denver arrivals normally use a 9 am–1 pm window; confirm 2027 transfers before booking.

Bring the specified mountain and camping equipment.

Lodging, meals and activities are included; store purchases, some communications and transport are extra.

Plan full attendance rather than an early departure for travel.

Past-program photos (4)

Cheley Family Camp: beds and storage inside a covered wagon.
Cheley Family Camp: a horseback-riding group crossing a shallow stream.
Cheley Family Camp: making a colorful friendship bracelet outside a cabin.
Cheley Family Camp: adult participants on an outdoor rock-climbing activity.

Enquiries & Applications

Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.

Enquiries & Applications