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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Camp Pinewood
Hendersonville, NC

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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PARI Summer STEM and Space Exploration Camps
Rosman, NC

PARI’s summer STEM and space exploration, and astronomy camp programming is designed to inspire your young scientist’s curiosity, passion, and confidence to discover something extraordinary. We give campers experiences that encourage deeper thinking and problem solving skills while finding opportunities for comradery, adventure, and fun in the incredible Pisgah Forest region.

Durham Players - Summer Acting Camp for Teenagers
Durham, NC

Intensive summer acting camp for teens ages 13-19 slated to begin July 11th, 2011 and run through August 5th. Youth will experience all aspects of the life of a performer, from auditioning to final performance.

YMCA Camp Harrison
Boomer, NC

YMCA Camp Harrison: Building Confidence, Character and Faith in every child.

Camp High Rocks
Cedar Mountain, NC

Camp High Rocks is a small camp for boys in the mountains of Western North Carolina. High Rocks is a place for fun and learning, for challenge and adventure, and for living in an environment that is geared to a camper's needs and 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.

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 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.

Gwynn Valley Camp
Brevard, NC

A traditional, farm and wilderness program for younger boys and girls that nurtures the child while fostering a connection with land and the simple joys of childhood. Established in 1935.

LKN Gym Academy & Dance Commotion Summer Camps
Denver, NC

Gymnastics, Dance & Cheerleading Camps! All levels can join in the FUN! Boys & Girls, Ages 3-15 Even if you've never tried these sports before, these camps are for you!

Abrakadoodle Mixed Media Art & Drawing Camps at Blessed Sacrament School
Burlington, NC

Mixed media, multicultural art camp for preschool & elementary. Drawing camps for elementary. Curriculum exceeds the National Standards for the Visual Arts.

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.

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.

Hickory Cove Bible Camp
Taylorsville, NC

Hickory Cove Bible Camp is a non-profit Christian ministry dedicated to discipleship for children and young adults.

Camp Crestridge for Girls
Ridgecrest, NC

Christian camping at its finest. ACA accredited. Overall staff to camper ratio of 1: 3. Our staff are strong Christian role models.

QORDS
Lenoir, NC

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

Engineering Camp Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Engineering Camp Charlotte gives campers fun and exciting engineering design challenges - allowing kids to work hands on every day to learn the engineering disciplines





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.