We emphasize personal growth and confidence building through a non-competitive, self-directed program that centers on outdoor skill development and wilderness trips.

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SOAR offers high adventure summer camps designed specifically for youth and young adults between the ages of 8 and 25 diagnosed with ADHD and LD. Each of our summer camp programs promotes friendships, increase self-confidence, and develop life skills.

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Located in the Mountains of Western North Carolina for 78 years, we emphasize canoeing and kayaking, sailing, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, horseback riding, and wilderness trips. The program is non-competitive, to reduce pressure and encourage experimentation with new ideas and skills.

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Camp Pinewood
Hendersonville, NC
Inclusive Summer Horse Camp
Mebane, NC

Children with and without disabilities will enjoy a week of riding, learning about horses, arts and crafts, and playing indoors and out!

URJ 6 Points Sports Academy
Asheville, NC

Got Game? So do we! This Union for Reform Judaism camp, located in Asheville, NC, offers intensive high quality sports instruction while providing individualized attention to each athlete. We are the premiere Jewish Sports Camp in North America.

Green River Preserve
Cedar Mountain, NC

Green River Preserve is a co-ed summer camp connecting children with nature. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, Green River Preserve has one, two, and three week camp sessions for children in the rising 2nd - 9th grades and two-four week expeditions for campers in the rising 9th grade through college freshmen.

Victory Junction
Randleman, NC

Victory Junction Mission: To enrich the lives of children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses by creating camping experiences that are memorable, exciting, fun, empowering, physically safe and medically sound.

2026 - Willie Parker Youth & High School Football Camp - North Carolina (Wake Forest University, June 12-14, 2026)
Winston-Salem, NC

Founded in 1983, we have the best teaching football programs in the nation having graduated over 107,000 athletes, many currently playing at the college level. This will be our 43rd successful year of football instruction.

Camp Purpose - "Where Innovation & Adventure Awaits"
Durham, NC

Ready to Push your child to think outside the box???? Well look no further Camp Purposeis ready to blow your child’s mind with S.T.E.M & innovation projects paired with a summer filled with adventure.

Camp Illahee
Brevard, NC

Camp Illahee strives to develop self-esteem, friendships, strength of character, and a love for nature. A strong, enthusiastic staff and a top notch facility offer campers the chance of a lifetime!

Precision Instruction Summer Camps at Stoney Creek
Stoney Creek, NC

Precision Instruction is offering summer camps for all ages looking to play sports, we have camps that are Sport Specific (Golf and Tennis) as well as an all- around sports camp

Keystone Camp
Brevard, NC

Steeped in a long family tradition, Keystone Camp encourages girls to learn life-long skills and values in a fun and nurturing environment. Best known for our daily program of horseback riding and wide variety of activities that appeal to all interests.

Camp Chosatonga for Boys
Brevard, NC

An awesome experience in a traditional North Carolina camp with Christian Ideals. In the Blue Ridge Mountains we offer lifetime friendships, adventure and quality teaching. Incredible Quality Staff & 3:1 ratio. Sister camp, Camp Kahdalea for Girls, is a mile away. Email us for info & we'll email back. Video on request by phone or letter.

Camp Merrie-Woode
Sapphire, NC

Founded in 1919, located in the mountains 1 1/2 hour SW of Asheville NC. Listed in Family Life as 1 of ten best camps in nation.

Charlotte Music & Art Camps!
Matthews, NC

Whether you are a beginner or advanced music student, you'll find exciting camps and classes at Charlotte Acadmey of Music. Now enrolling!

Oak Ridge Military Academy Leadership/Adventure Camp and Summer Academic Camp
Oak Ridge, NC

Two separate summer programs offered; 5 week Summer Academic Camp (credit, accleration, enhancement, remediation, repeat), Two--2 week Leadership/Adventure Camp (leadership training, athletics, and recreational/outdoor activities).

Cheerio Adventures
Mouth of Wilson, VA
Other

Located in the mountains of SW Virginia along the New River, Cheerio Adventures is an adventure camp for boys and girls ages 9-16. Offering 1 week and 2 week sessions. Choose a session that does a little bit of everything. Beginners and experienced campers are welcome.

Precision Instruction Summer Camps
Greensboro, NC

Precision Instruction is offering summer camps for all ages looking to play sports, we have camps that are Sport Specific (Golf and Tennis) as well as an all- around sports camp

Camp Mary Atkinson
Selma, NC



North Carolina Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

NC Directory Overview

North Carolina camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic North Carolina % of Dir.
Total Listings883.9%
Day Camps483.3%
Resident Camps524.3%
Family Camps154.0%
Travel Camps155.7%
Coed Camps673.4%
All-Girls Camps206.4%
All-Boys Camps94.9%

Format counts may overlap.

Price Range and Age by Format

Listings offering that format exclusively. Fewer than 5 listings omitted. Prices reflect director-reported brackets.
Format Price/Wk Ages Coed%
DayUnder $100 - $5516 - 15100%
Resident$251 - $2,0006 - 1641%

Ages = median values. Prices = director-reported brackets.

Top specialty categories for North Carolina within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program4551.1%4.0%
Adventure Camps2123.9%7.2%
Travel Camps1517.0%6.3%
Family Camps1517.0%4.0%
Academic Camps1213.6%4.4%


General Notes About Camps in the State of North Carolina

North Carolina’s warm summer climate is perfect for outdoor activities, with sunny days that are ideal for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The mild evenings offer a comfortable environment for campfires, stargazing, and group activities, ensuring a balanced experience between exciting daytime adventures and relaxing nights. The climate is well-suited for a variety of camps, from sports programs to outdoor exploration, making it an ideal state for enjoying summer to the fullest.

North Carolina’s geography offers an incredible variety of environments that make it an ideal location for a wide range of summer camps. In urban centers like Charlotte and Raleigh, day camps thrive, focusing on arts, education, and sports, with easy access to local parks, museums, and cultural attractions. As you move toward the rural and natural areas of the state, the landscape shifts dramatically, providing ideal settings for outdoor adventure camps. The Blue Ridge Mountains offer breathtaking vistas, perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and wilderness exploration. Campers can immerse themselves in nature through outdoor programs that focus on conservation, environmental studies, and sustainable living. Further east, the Outer Banks provide stunning coastal landscapes, offering opportunities for water-based activities like kayaking, fishing, and environmental education focused on coastal ecosystems. North Carolina’s diverse landscapes—from mountains and forests to beaches and wetlands—ensure that every camper can find an ideal environment for exploration and learning.

The state’s diverse ecosystems, ranging from coastal wetlands to mountain forests, offer abundant opportunities for environmental education. Whether exploring the marine life of the Outer Banks or studying the flora and fauna of the Appalachian Mountains, New Carolina’s camps focus on ecological education, wildlife conservation, and sustainability. Campers engage in hands-on activities like habitat restoration, wildlife tracking, and water quality testing, all designed to help them understand the importance of preserving these unique ecosystems. North Carolina’s natural environments provide the perfect learning experiences for campers who want to connect with nature and gain a deeper understanding of environmental stewardship.