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

Photo 1: Camp-Mondamin-for-boys Photo 2: Camp-Mondamin-for-boys
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.

Photo 1: SOAR-Summer-Camp-Boarding-School-and-GAP- Photo 2: SOAR-Summer-Camp-Boarding-School-and-GAP-

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.

Photo 1: Camp-Green-Cove-for-girls Photo 2: Camp-Green-Cove-for-girls
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!

Precision Golf Premier Camp
Brown Summit, NC

This is a 5-day intensive program for developing and tournament players

Falling Creek Camp
Tuxedo, NC

We are a traditional boys summer camp founded on Christian values. Falling Creek is a community of 262 campers and over 90 dedicated staff, located in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Sessions range from 1 week to 4 weeks, for boys 6 to 16 years old.

Sacred Grove Retreat Center
Gold Hill, NC , NC

Sacred Grove is the premiere retreat center in the Piedmont of North Carolina for local, national, and international gatherings.

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.

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.

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!

Acting Camp
Charlotte, NC

1 Week Acting & Scene Study Camp Intensive, 3 hour daily sessions for Ages 10-16. Offered in Charlotte.

Camp Kahdalea for Girls
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. Brother camp, Chosatonga for boys, is a mile away. Email us for info & we'll e-mail back. Video on request by phone or letter.

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).

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.

iLIVE Fitness Boot Camp for Kids
Winston Salem, NC

iLIVE Fitness Sports for youth athletes is a highly-energized program that will motivate and teach participants how to live a healthy and fit lifestyle. Athletic program includes Body Diagnostics Tests, Performance Evaluation, Fitness Education, C.A.R.S. Training and a Weekly Fitness Routine.

Archaeology Adventurers Summer Camps
Morganton, NC

Archaeology Adventurers campers work with professional archaeologists to uncover the buried remains of a 16th-century Spanish colony that mysteriously disappeared more than 400 years ago.

Smoky Mountain Adventure Camp
Cosby, TN
Other

Our Camp is a relatively small-group camp situated next to the Great Smoky Mountains and National Forests. Our programs are tailored to the individual skills & ability levels of the campers so all can enjoy the high-adventure activities.

Dead Broke Farm Horse Camp
Raleigh, NC

Horseback Riding Lessons, Guided Trail Rides, Horse Care

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.




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.