Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–17 · $2,954/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–17

Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3

North Carolina · $2,954/week

Traditional boys' overnight summer camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.

▌ Editor's read Camp Carolina is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has a rich history, operating since 1924, and is currently directed by Nathan Wilson, a third-generation owner. The website states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Carolina show an average rating of 4.9 stars based on 175 reviews, with many reviewers praising the variety of activities, the positive impact on their children, and the dedicated staff. The camp offers a wide array of activities including watersports, horseback riding, and adventure sports, emphasizing character development and outdoor skills. The program is exclusively overnight, with various session lengths available, including mini-sessions.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1021924+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–17

Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
102 (1924 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–17
  • Address: 1300 Camp Carolina Rd, Brevard, NC 28712, USA
  • Phone: 828-884-2414
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Total cost $5,500.00 for 13 days

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 12 to Jul 24.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 6 Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,500

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on outdoor activities
  • Father-son weekend available

↘ Watch for

  • Only for boys

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3

What ages does Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 accept?
Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 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 Carolina - Mini Session 3 cost?
Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 publishes $2,954/week for the standard session. Total cost $5,500.00 for 13 days Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 accredited?
Yes — Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1924 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 Carolina - Mini Session 3?
Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 is operated by a private business, with 1924 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 Carolina - Mini Session 3 provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 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.
How does Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Brevard?
Camp Carolina - Mini Session 3 is one of 44 overnight/sleepaway camps in Brevard that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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