What ages does Camp Timberlake accept?

Camp Timberlake is open to children ages 6–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Camp Timberlake cost?

Camp Timberlake publishes $2,675/week for the standard session. USD. Two-week sessions are $5,350. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Timberlake's hours?

Camp Timberlake runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is Camp Timberlake accredited?

Yes — Camp Timberlake is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.

Who runs Camp Timberlake?

Camp Timberlake is operated by a private business, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Camp Timberlake provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Timberlake includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ Adventure · Ages 6–17

Camp Timberlake

Camp Timberlake · $2,675/week

Camp Timberlake is an ACA-accredited Christian overnight summer camp for boys in Black Mountain, NC, offering a wide...

▌ Editor's read Camp Timberlake's website loads as a real camp site, offering extensive information about its programs and philosophy. It is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2024, indicating adherence to industry safety and quality standards. The camp, founded in 1964 by Frank and Anne Bell, has been operating for 60 years and is a for-profit entity. They explicitly state a camper-to-staff ratio of 4:1 and mention that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Timberlake is an overnight camp for boys, emphasizing Christian values and a wide variety of activities. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons and the caring staff.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 196660+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–17

Camp Timberlake is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1966 (60 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Adventure
Ages: 6–17
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 1123 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711, USA
Phone: (828) 669-8766
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD. Two-week sessions are $5,350.

Runs 24-hour residential, 6 sessions (0 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 1 to Aug 6.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 1 – 26, 2026 · 4 weeks · $9,150
Session 1A Jun 1 – 13, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,350
Session 1B Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,350
Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,350
Session 3A Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,350
Session 3B Jul 25 – Aug 6, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,350

↗ What parents like

Christian camp
All-boys camp

↘ Watch for

Expensive

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Timberlake

What ages does Camp Timberlake accept?: Camp Timberlake is open to children ages 6–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Timberlake cost?: Camp Timberlake publishes $2,675/week for the standard session. USD. Two-week sessions are $5,350. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Timberlake's hours?: Camp Timberlake runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Timberlake accredited?: Yes — Camp Timberlake is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Timberlake?: Camp Timberlake is operated by a private business, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Timberlake provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Timberlake includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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Camp Crestridge - Roan · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 13–14 · $1,775/week