Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2
Riverside RS2 is a 3-week overnight camp for girls grades 8-9 at Camp Gwynn Valley, focusing on outdoor activities...
▌ Editor's read Camp Gwynn Valley's website loads successfully and provides detailed information about its programs, dates, and rates. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The website states the camp has been operating for 87 years, founded by Mary Gwynn, and is a for-profit entity. They explicitly mention a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and that all staff undergo background checks. The program type is overnight, catering to campers aged 6-15. On Google, Camp Gwynn Valley has a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 176 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the camp's nurturing environment, diverse activities, and positive impact on their children. Social media handles found on the site include @campgwynnvalley for Instagram and 'campgwynnvalley' for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193987+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 11–13
Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 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
- 1939 (87 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 11–13
- Address: 3000 Gwynn Valley Rd, Brevard, NC 28712
- Phone: (828) 885-2900
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Total cost $6,375 for 3 weeks
↗ What parents like
- Focus on leadership skills
- Girls-only environment
↘ Watch for
- High cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2
- What ages does Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 accept?
- Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 is open to children ages 11–13. 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 Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 cost?
- Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 publishes $2,125/week for the standard session. Total cost $6,375 for 3 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 accredited?
- Yes — Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 87 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 Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2?
- Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 is operated by a private business, with 87 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 Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 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 Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Brevard?
- Camp Gwynn Valley - Riverside RS2 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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