Visiting HVC
2026 Visiting Days
July 4th
July 11th
August 1st
August 8th
Visiting is between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Lunch is included.
While At Hidden Valley
We hope your reunion will provide an occasion to celebrate both family relationships and individual accomplishments. It will be wonderful for your child to share camp with you.
We encourage you to observe classes. Please introduce yourself to teachers and other campers
Siblings must be supervised by parents
No mobile device use
Dogs must be leashed at all times
Please do not enter camper cabins
HVC Local Travel Guide
Find a place to stay, explore our local towns, and grab a bite to eat! Please make sure to check the opening hours and availability directly with the businesses before finalizing plans.
Where to Stay: Belfast Area
Alden Inn Bed & Breakfast
Classic architecture, quiet and relaxing, farm-to-table breakfast, reasonable rates. Near town (207) 338-2151
The Jeweled Turret Inn Bed & Breakfast
Elegant Victorian rooms, private baths, delightful breakfast, a favorite for years. 16 Pearl Street, (207) 338-2304
Colonial Gables Efficiency Cottages
Studios, 1 and 2 bedrooms, clean and inexpensive, on a beach by the ocean. North of town and recommended by parents (207) 338-4000
Belfast Harbor Inn
Popular motel with HVC families, six acres on ocean, moorings. Pool, cable, restaurant. Route 1 north of town (800) 545-8576, (207) 338-2740
Fireside Inn (formerly Comfort Inn)
Game room, indoor pool, cable. Route 1 north of town (207) 338-2090, (800) 228-5150
Places to Visit
Belfast
Cozy Maine coastal town; antique stores and galleries; restaurants, gift shops, waterfront, parks, etc. Not as "touristy" as Camden. 17 miles from camp.
Camden
Picturesque harbor town, popular with tourists; art galleries, some high-end shops, sail cruises. 30 miles from camp.
Rockport
Lovely old fishing village. Home of Andre the Seal, the Vesper Gardens at the Children's Chapel, and belted Galloway cows. 35 miles from camp.
Bar Harbor
Busy tourist town near Acadia National Park. Stay at The Ivy Manor or explore smaller towns (Southwest or Bass Harbor, etc) nearby. 2 hours from camp.
Freeport
Home of the L.L. Bean and 100 outlets. Shopping for the most committed, 1.5 hours from camp.
Liberty Village
Home of renowned Liberty Tool, the famous octagonal post office, the Davistown Museum, and the Liberty Graphics T-Shirt Outlet, a staff favorite. It's not Freeport, but it's only 12 minutes away!
Where to Stay: Camden Area
Youngtown Inn B & B
"Casual elegance with genuine French country charm." Lovely atmosphere and fine dining. Off the beaten path on Route 52, inland from Camden. (207) 763-4290
Birchwood Sustainable Lodging
Roadside eco-inn and farmette. Clean, green and a gorgeous bay view. Owned and operated by HVC Alums! (207) 236-4204
The Inn at Ocean's Edge
Luxurious lodging on 22 waterfront acres, vanishing edge heated pool, elegant dining, and small hotel amenities. Route 1 five miles north of town. (207) 236- 0945
Bay Leaf Cottages & Bistro
Located between Camden and Belfast overlooking the Penobscot Bay. Bay Leaf designer cottages and theme motel rooms offer all the charm of a B&B without the cost.(207) 706-7929 or 1-888-902-7929.
Hawthorn Inn B & B
Recommended, classy range of accommodations, short walk to town, afternoon tea. Route 1 north of town. (207) 236- 8842
Norumbega B & B
Top-of-the-line accommodations, ocean views, owner was an instructor at Culinary Inst. and committed to fresh cuisine. Route 1 north of town. (207) 236-4646
Places to Eat
LOCAL
John's Ice Cream
Homemade and delicious. Fresh fruit ingredients, amazing quadruple chocolate and lemon ice. 12 minutes away on Route 3 West in Liberty.
Lori's Cafe
Great diner, homemade and tasty. 12 minutes away next to John's Ice Cream on Route 3 West, in Liberty.
Lost Kitchen
Renowned fresh seasonal cuisine from Maine's Chef of the Year. Make rez's by postcard! 10 min. away in "downtown" Freedom. (207) 382-3333
BELFAST
Young's Lobster Pound
Bring your own appetizers and beverages, watch the sun set from the dock at the bay. Basic, the Kassens' outdoor favorite. North of Belfast on Route 1. (207) 338-1160
Bay Wraps
Owned by a former camp parent, a happy, tasty spot for a fresh, multi-cultural lunch to-go. (207) 338-9757
Harborwalk Restaurant
Crab cakes, chowders and more. Eat indoors or out near the water. (207) 338-0488
Chase's Daily
Fresh vegetarian breakfast, lunches with local produce, a staff favorite. Great baked goods to go. (207) 338-0555 >> May be closed this summer!
Alexia's Pizza
In downtown Belfast at the traffic light. (207) 338-9676
Nautilus Seafood and Grill
Traditional American cuisine, lobster and seafood. Public landing. (207) 218-4218
Darby's
Popular, varied menu for families, low-key atmosphere. (207) 338-2339
CAMDEN
Youngtown Inn
Casual elegance with genuine French country charm. Lovely atmosphere and fine dining. Off the beaten path on Route 52, inland from Camden, in Lincolnville center. (207) 763-4290
Long Grain
Asian street food done simply and elegantly with fresh ingredients. Peter and Meg's favorite indoor spot. (207) 236-9001 Washington Street, Camden. Call ahead.
Suzuki Sushi
World-class sushi including fascinating and fresh local catches. 20 minutes south of Camden in Rockland. (207) 596-7447
Primo
Chef Melissa Kelly's treasure. Just south of Rockland. (207) 596-0770 (Call ahead).