Looking for summer camps across North Carolina? Our North Carolina Summer Camp Directory is the ultimate resource for parents seeking fun, safe, and enriching programs for children of all ages. From toddlers and preschoolers to tweens and teens, the state offers a wide range of camps, including sports, arts, STEM, outdoor adventures, and specialty programs. Many camps fit into multiple categories, so even if you are searching for a camp for a younger child, don’t limit yourself to age-specific listings. Please note that not all camp dates and listings have been updated for 2026 yet, but we continually refresh this directory to provide the most accurate information for families.

Please note: Not all listings have been updated for 2026 yet, but we will continue to refresh this directory throughout the season. If you have a camp to add or updates to share, email us here to help keep it complete and accurate.

Start exploring today and find the North Carolina summer camp that will inspire creativity, build confidence, and create unforgettable memories this summer.

Summer Camps in North Carolina

 (Special Needs camps outside the Triad are marked with an *)

Camp Tekoa

Website: https://camptekoa.org/
Address: 211 Thomas Road Hendersonville, NC 28793
Contact: Holly Lane, Registrar
Description: Co-ed; weekly sessions June 7- August 1; overnight (ages 7-17) and day camp (ages 6-11). Where the Blue Ridge Mountains meet adventure, Camp Tekoa creates experiences that last a lifetime. Children experience their unique and loving Christian community, helping them to grow in faith, leadership and courage. The Hendersonville location combines the natural beauty of Western North Carolina with dynamic programming for both day and overnight campers.
Whether scaling their climbing walls, zipping through treetops, navigating challenge courses, scouting hiking trails, or exploring their 2-acre lake, each activity is thoughtfully designed to build confidence, create friendships, and allow young adventurers to experience God in nature.  

Arts Camp at NC Museum of Art

Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
Website: https://ncartmuseum.org/education/camps/
Contact: (919) 839-6262; help@ncartmuseum.org
Description: Ages 6 -14.

Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Educational Center*

Address: 804 Cedar Ln, Reidsville, NC, United States, North Carolina
Website: https://www.bjpenn4h.org/summer-camp/
Contact: zatate@ncsu.edu
Description: Ages 8 – 14.

Camp Carefree*

Address: 275 Carefree Ln, Stokesdale, NC
Website: https://www.campcarefree.org/
Contact: directors@campcarefree.org
Description: Ages 6 – 16 (For kids with chronic illnesses). Summer 2026 Applications will be available in early 2026. Stay tuned to our social media for the announcement!

Camp Cheerio & Cheerio on the New River

Address: Glade Valley, NC or Mouth of Wilson, VA
Website: https://campcheerio.org/
Contact: registration@campcheerio.org
Description: Rising 2nd graders – Rising 10th graders

Camp Cognition

Address: 119 N Salisbury St, Mocksville, NC 27028
Website: https://www.cognitiondavie.org/
Contact: info@cognitiondavie.org
Description: Contact for age guidelines.

Camp Ginger Cascades

Location: 2090 Scout Rd, Lenoir, NC 28645
Website: https://find.acacamps.org/camp_profile.php?camp_id=441
Contact: 828-758-5321
Description: Girl Scout camp open to all girls and Girl Scouts, rising 2nd – 12th Grade.

Camp Grier

Location: 985 Camp Grier Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762
Website: www.campgrier.org
Contact: Amy Vanden Heuvel at 828-678-1424
Description: You’re learning your place in the world. Who are you? What are your limits? What are you really made of? It’s time to DISCOVER that YOU can do INCREDIBLE things! Continue to build your confidence and step out of your comfort zone. Camp Grier’s developmental program targets young people who are ready to begin their Journey outside of Camp Grier. Campers will have a range of experiences inside of Camp Grier’s 650-acre campus and enjoy a week of worship, art, canoeing, hiking, swimming, and games throughout the week, as well as participating in off-site whitewater canoeing, rock climbing, and backpacking adventures. 

Camp Harrison

Location: 115 N Bissell Ln, Boomer, NC 28606
Website: https://www.ymcacharlotte.org/camps/camp-harrison
Contact: Michael Landry at campharrison@ymcacharlotte.org
Description: Ages 6-16.

Camp Highlander

Address: 42 Dalton Road, Horse Shoe, NC 28742
Website: https://www.camphighlander.com/
Contact: email@camphighlander.com
Description: Camp Highlander is a residential summer camp in Mills River, North Carolina, devoted to the growing and nurturing of boys and girls, ages 6-16, in a safe, fun-filled, and electronics-free environment. Since 1957, they have partnered with parents and families to build character and confidence in the lives of children as they provide lifelong memories, authentic friendships, and a camp family to come home to year after year.

Camp Jubilee*

Address: Reidsville, NC 27323
Website: https://mountjubilee.org/camp2025/
Contact: info@mountjubilee.org
Description: Camp for special needs children and adults ages 13 and up.

Camp Kesum*

Address: 3531 Centennial Knoll Cir, Raleigh, NC 27606
Website: https://getinvolved.ncsu.edu/organization/ncsukesem
Contact: ncsu@kesem.org
Description: For children impacted by a parent’s cancer diagnosis.

Camp Lakey Gap*

Location: 222 Fern Way, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Website: https://www.camplakeygap.org/
Contact: (828) 669-8977
Description: A sleep-away camp for young people with autism.

Camp Lurecrest

Address: 207 Charlotte Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746
Website: https://www.camplurecrest.org/
Contact: Email: admin@camplurecrest.org, Phone: 704-841-2701
Description: Camp Lurecrest is a Christian youth summer camp in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina on Lake Lure. For 75 years, Camp Lurecrest has been a place of joy and belonging for countless campers. Our summer camp community is relationally intentional and uniquely adventurous. We seek to embody the Gospel in an authentic and meaningful way, caring deeply about the safety of each camper. Our mission is to love God, love others, and make disciples of Jesus Christ through camping ministries.
Available Dates- Summer 2026:
Buffalo Creek 1 – June 21-24 – Rising 3rd-6th graders (boys & girls) – Price: $550
Buffalo Creek 2 – June 24-27 – Rising 3rd-6th graders (girls availability only) – Price: $550
Bearwallow 1 – June 28-July 4 – Rising 6th-8th graders (boys & girls) – Price: $1010
Pioneer – August 1-6 – Rising 3rd-5th graders (boys & girls) – Price: $880

Camp Mundo Vista

Address: 4756 Caraway Mountain Rd, Sophia, NC 27350
Website: https://caraway.org/our-camp-programs/
Contact: info@caraway.org
Description: Girls’ Overnight and Day Camp designed for 3rd grade – age 17.

Camp Pinnacle

Address: 1 Wolfe Lake Drive, Hendersonville, NC
Website: https://www.camppinnacle.com/
Contact: info@camppinnacle.com
Description: Ages 8-14.

Camp Pisgah

Address: 570 Girl Scout Rd, Brevard, NC
Website: https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/camp-and-outdoors.html
Contact: pisgah@girlscoutsp2p.org
Description: Girl Scout camp open to all girls and Girl Scouts rising 2nd – 12th Grade.

Camp Royall*

Address: 250 Bill Ash Rd, Moncure, NC 27559
Website: https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/camp-royall/
Contact: camproyall@autismsociety-nc.org
Description: For children with autism ages 4 and up.

Camp Tekoa*

Address: 211 Thomas Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Website: https://camptekoa.org/
Contact: 828-692-6516
Description: Co-ed, overnight (ages 7-17) and day camp (ages 6-11). Four-day and one-week sessions. Christian-based camp with a focus on growing closer to God in nature. Activities include swimming, zip line, arts and crafts, campouts, campfire, talent show and more. 

Cherokee Scout Reservation

Address: 3296 Boy Scout Camp Road, Yanceyville, NC 27379
Website: https://www.csr.camp/
Contact: Bud.Harrelson@scouting.org
Description: Choose the week that’s right for your troop.
Week 1: June 21 – 27; Week 2: June 28 – July 4; Week 3: July 5 – 11; Week 4: July
12– 18; Week 5: July 19 – 25; Week 6: July 26 – August 1

Chestnut Ridge Camp

Location: 4300 Camp Chestnut Ridge Rd, Efland, NC 27243
Website: https://www.campchestnutridge.org/
Contact: info@campchestnutridge.org, 919-304-2178
Description: Located 20 minutes from Durham and Chapel Hill and 45 minutes from Raleigh and Greensboro. Ages: Rising K – 11th grade.

Crankin’ Engines

Location: Nationwide, based in the Triad; Fall camps Oct-Nov anywhere in NC.
Website: CrankinEngines.CAMP
Contact: mandie@crankinengines.camp
Description: A 12-hour (over 3-days) camp where students disassemble and reassemble a push mower engine – learning proper tool usage, mechanics, physics, biology, mathematics, measurements, spelling, and more! All hands-on, no written work.

Critter Camp*

Address: 1424 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625
Website: https://www.rescueranch.com/critter-camps
Contact: info@rescueranch.com
Description: Critter Camps are designed to be fun, educational camp experiences for children who love animals. Each day includes interactions with their animals, crafts, STEM activities, time on their 10,000 sq ft inclusive playground, and nature trails!

Davidson-Davie Summer Camps

Address: Thomasville & Mocksville, NC
Website: https://www.davidsondavie.edu/academics/continuing-education/camps/
Contact: Jenny_Varner@DavidsonDavie.edu
Description: Ages 8 – 14.

Discovery Point’s Wild Ride

Address: 126 Waterlynn Ridge Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117
Website: https://www.discoverypoint.com/centers/mooresville/
Contact: info@discoverypoint.com
Description: Ages 5-12.

Eagle’s Nest Camp

Address: 43 Hart Road, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Website: https://www.enf.org/
Contact: Ellen Fox (ellen@enf.org) or Molly Herrman (molly@enf.org)
Description: Overnight camp for K – rising 11th graders; they utilize experiential education to promote the outdoors and betterment of human character. Because one of their core values is community, they are particularly passionate about creating an environment where all children (and counselors!) can feel safe, seen, and heard as they experience joy, nature, and grow in confidence.

Green River Preserve

Address: 301 Green River Rd, Cedar Mountain, NC
Website: https://greenriverpreserve.org/
Contact: info@greenriverpreserve.org
Description: Green River Preserve is a non-profit coed summer camp connecting children with nature. Their mission is to inspire environmental stewards through a joyful connection to nature.

Heritage STEM Camps Foundation

Address: Various Locations
Website: https://www.hscamps.org/
Contact: info@hscamps.org
Description: Residential STEM camps in Chapel Hill, Rocky Mount, and South Africa.

Horses, Unicorns, & Llamas Oh My!

Address: True Hart Farm, 375 Harper Rd, Advance NC
Website: https://www.facebook.com/truehartfarm/
Contact: (336) 995-3138; truehart@yahoo.com
Description: They offer unicorn camp and/or horse camp on Fridays in the summer from 10am to 2 pm. Crafting, riding, lunch, water games and farm interaction are just a few of the things they do!

iD Tech Summer Camps in North Carolina

Address: Raleigh & Chapel Hill, NC
Website: https://www.idtech.com/locations/north-carolina-summer-camps/
Contact: hello@iDTech.com
Description: Ages 7-17.

Keyauwee Program Center

Address: 2574 Sweetbriar Rd, Sophia, NC 27350
Website: https://find.acacamps.org/camp_profile.php?camp_id=2765
Contact: keyauwee@girlscoutsp2p.org
Description: Girl Scout camp open to all girls and Girl Scouts rising 2nd – 12th Grade.

Mount Shepherd Retreat Center

Address: 1045 Mount Shepherd Road ext, Asheboro, NC
Website: https://www.mtshepherd.org/
Contact: office@mtshepherd.org
Description: This camp is for kids 1st – 12th grade, check specific sessions.

Mountain Top Youth Camp

Address: 1460 Mackay Ln, Pinnacle, NC 27043
Website: https://www.mountaintopyouthcamp.org/
Contact: (336) 351-3485
Description: Grades 1 – 12.

New Hope Camp & Conference Center

Address: 4805 NC-86, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Website: https://www.newhopeccc.org/
Contact: jessie@newhopeccc.org
Description: Day camp (rising K – 9th), Overnight (rising 4th – 9th).

Quaker Lake Camp

Address: 1503 NC Highway 62 E, Climax, NC
Website: www.quakerlakecamp.org
Contact: (336) 674-2321
Description: Ages 3 – 17.

Rowan Wild

Address: Dan Nicholas Park, Salisbury, NC
Website: https://www.rowancountync.gov/1628/Camps
Contact: 704-216-7800
Description: Ages 7 – 18.

Shelton Challenge at NC State University

Address: 1070 Partners Way, Suite 4100, Raleigh, NC 27606
Website: https://sheltonleadership.ncsu.edu/pre-college/shelton-challenge/
Contact: shelton_center@ncsu.edu
Description: Rising 9th – 12th graders.

Summer Connection

Address: Camp is in Western NC, but transportation provided to/from GSO.
Website: https://unityingreensboro.org/camps-retreats/
Contact: youth@unityingreensboro.org
Description: Rising Sophomores through 2025 Seniors.

Talisman Summer Camp

Address: 64 Gap Creek Road, Zirconia NC 28790
Website: www.talismancamps.com
Contact: Josh Gunalda, 828-412-1385, josh@talismancamps.com
Description: Talisman Summer Camp offers youth and young adults ages 6-22 with neurodiverse conditions—such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum, and learning differences—opportunities to build life skills and develop confidence. Their summer camp programs focus on emotional awareness, decision-making, and practical skill application through community living and group activities. Campers learn to make positive choices, reflect on mistakes, and strengthen relationships at home and school. Above all, Talisman provides a supportive, enjoyable environment where campers feel accepted and successful. Talisman offers summer camp sessions ranging from one to four weeks.

US National Whitewater Center

Address: Charlotte, NC
Website: https://pisgah.whitewater.org/
Contact: info@usnwc.org
Description: Ages 8 – 18.

Victory Junction*

Address: 4500 Adams Way, Randleman, NC
Website: https://victoryjunction.org/schedule/
Contact: info@victoryjunction.org
Description: This camp is for kids with chronic medical conditions who are aged 6 – 16.
 Spring 2026:
VJ Family Weekend (General Session): February 27 – March 1*
Golden Ticket Family Weekend #1: March 6-8*†
Trillium Weekend #1: March 27-29
Golden Ticket Family Weekend #2: April 10-12†
Autism Family Weekend: April 17-19
Trillium Weekend #2: April 24-26
Summer 2026:
Session 1 – Bleeding/GI: June 14-18
Session 2 – Cerebral Palsy: June 21-25
Session 3 – Sickle Cell/Oncology/Immunology: June 28 – July 2
Session 4 – Neuro/Genetics/Autism: July 5-8
Session 5 – Physical Disability/Achondroplasia/Cranio Facial/Spina Bifida: July 12-16
Session 6 – Heart, Lung, Kidney Diagnoses & Rheumatology: July 19-23
Session 7 – Siblings Week: July 26-30
Session 8 – Diabetes Week in Partnership with American Diabetes Association (Camp Carolina Trails): August 2-6*

WE ARE NC

Website: https://www.weare-nc.org/children-families
Contact: admin@weare-nc.org
Description: WE ARE sponsors two summer camps in Durham and Greensboro for children in rising 1st-5th grade every year. Using literacy-based strategies and hands-on activities, kids are engaged in a number of learning experiences related to promoting anti-racism.  The goals of the camps are to foster healthy racial identities in children, build a historical understanding of race and racism, equip families with tools and resources which extend anti-racist practices in the home and community, and establish a shared anti-racist vocabulary.

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Summer Camp FAQ: How to Find the Right Fit for Your Child

Q: How do I know which summer camp is right for my child?
A: Start by considering your child’s interests, personality, and age. Think about whether they enjoy sports, arts, STEM, outdoor adventures, or social activities. Reading camp descriptions, visiting websites, and asking for references can help you find a program that matches their passions and energy level.

Q: What age should my child be to attend summer camp?
A: Summer camps are available for children of all ages, from toddlers and preschoolers to tweens and teens. Many camps also offer programs for older teens, including leadership training and counselor-in-training opportunities.

Q: Should I choose a full-day or half-day camp?
A: It depends on your child’s stamina, interests, and your family schedule. Full-day camps often provide a broader range of activities and social opportunities, while half-day camps can be a good introduction for younger children or those new to camp.

Q: How can I prepare my child for summer camp?
A: Talk with your child about what to expect, practice routines like packing their backpack or eating lunch, and encourage independence. Make sure they know camp rules and procedures, and discuss any anxieties they may have so they feel confident and excited.

Q: What should I look for in a safe and high-quality camp?
A: Check for proper licensing or accreditation, staff qualifications, safety protocols, and clear communication with parents. Reading reviews and asking about camper-to-staff ratios can also help ensure your child will be in a supportive and secure environment.

Q: Can summer camps help my child learn new skills?
A: Absolutely! Camps are designed to help children explore new interests, build confidence, develop social skills, and try activities they might not experience during the school year. Whether it’s sports, arts, STEM, or outdoor adventures, camps provide a fun learning environment.

Q: How early should I register for summer camp?
A: Many popular camps fill quickly, so it’s best to research and register early, often starting in late winter or early spring. Early registration increases your chances of securing your child’s spot and preferred schedule.

Q: How do I know if my child will make friends at camp?
A: Camps are structured to encourage group activities, teamwork, and social interaction. Camp staff are trained to help children build friendships, and kids are often grouped by age or skill level to ensure a positive social experience.

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