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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16

Camp Illahee

North Carolina

A traditional overnight summer camp for girls in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.

▌ Editor's read Camp Illahee is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid until 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their website. The camp has a long history, founded in 1921 by Frances and Fred Whitmire, indicating over a century of operation. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, demonstrating a commitment to supervision. The camp also clearly states that all staff undergo background checks, which is a significant safety measure. Their program type is overnight, as indicated by the 'Overnight/Sleepaway' category provided. They maintain active social media presences on Instagram (@campillahee) and Facebook (campillahee).
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1051921+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Illahee sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
105 (1921 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–16
  • Address: 500 Illahee Rd, Brevard, NC 28712
  • Phone: (828) 883-2161
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: See individual sessions for pricing

6 sessions (1 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Aug 14.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 7 – 26, 2026 · 3 weeks · $7,300
  • Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 24, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,850
  • Session 3 Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,400
  • Session 4 Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,400
  • Session 5 Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,400
  • Session 6 Aug 9 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $2,350

↗ What parents like

  • Beautiful mountain setting
  • Long-standing history

↘ Watch for

  • Pricing not upfront
  • No email on contact page

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Illahee

What ages does Camp Illahee accept?
Camp Illahee is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Illahee cost?
Camp Illahee doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. See individual sessions for pricing Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Is Camp Illahee accredited?
Yes — Camp Illahee is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1921 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 Illahee?
Camp Illahee is operated by a private business, with 1921 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 Illahee provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Illahee 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 Illahee compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Brevard?
Camp Illahee 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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