Camp Pinewood
Hendersonville, NC

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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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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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 Ginger Cascades
Lenoir, NC
School of Rock Performance Camp
Charlotte, NC

School of Rock Performance Camps are an ideal program for students who want to play in a band and gain professional experiences in the music industry. Camps end with a a LIVE rock concert for friends and family!

North Carolina Outward Bound
Asheville, NC

Take on real challenges, have real adventures and relate to real life with North Carolina Outward Bound. Navigate the wilderness, build technical outdoor skills, make new friends, challenge yourself and gain valuable leadership skills. Rock climbing, white water canoeing, backpacking and more. Scholarships available.

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.

Devine Farms Summer Day Camp
Newton, NC

Devine Farms summer camps will provide an engaging environment where campers will deepen their connection to the soil, plants, and animals that are the sources of their food. All camp sessions integrate hands-on farm and food activities, outdoor exploration, farm-based arts & crafts, and so much more.

Talisman Programs
Zirconia, NC

Our programs specifically address the needs of children with Aspergers, high functioning Autism, and ADD/ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome and other behavior related issues. Our activities are designed to build confidence, promote responsibility, and provide a fun and successful summer camp experience.

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).

WB Surf Camp Teen Costa Rica Surf Adventure
Wilmington, NC

Come join our Teen Costa Rica Surf & Adventure Camp for the two week surf experience of a lifetime!

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.

QORDS
Lenoir, NC

QORDS: Queer Oriented Rock/Rap Day School for LGBTQI Youth

Rockfish Camp and Retreat Center
Parkton, NC

Rockfish Camp and Retreat Center is a full service camp and retreat center located in Parkton, NC we have day, resident, and family camp options available.

Coach Conroy's All-Sports Camp at Chestnut Park
Indian Trail, NC

Enthusiastic instruction to help your child develop sports skills and a love of sports and sports activities. Each day, two different sports will be introduced. Do not miss the fun!!! Camp Dates: June 22-25, July 6-9, July 20-23, July 27-30

The Mountain Retreat & Learning Centers, Inc.
Highlands, NC

A unique center located in the southernmost section of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with spectacular views, nearby rivers, low and high challenge course and hiking trails galore!!

Dead Broke Farm Horse Camp
Raleigh, NC

Horseback Riding Lessons, Guided Trail Rides, Horse Care

After School Brilliance
Summerfield, NC

More Science - More Technology - More FUN!

Broadreach
Raleigh, NC

Broadreach offers educational summer adventures for teenagers with scuba, sailing, marine biology, language immersion, service and wilderness programs in the Caribbean, Central and South America, Iceland, Canada, South Africa, France, Fiji and India.




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 Camps524.4%
Family Camps154.0%
Travel Camps155.7%
Coed Camps673.4%
All-Girls Camps206.5%
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 - $2,0007 - 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 Camps2225.0%7.5%
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.