Camp · Adventure · Ages 7–17 · $2,433/week
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Camp Illahee

Camp Illahee · $2,433/week · ★ 5.0 (40 reviews)

Camp Illahee is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Brevard, NC, offering a wide range of activities...

▌ Editor's read Camp Illahee's website loads as a real camp site, showcasing a traditional overnight summer camp for girls. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for 90 years, founded by Frances and Fred Whitmire, and is currently directed by Jim and Laurie Townsend, indicating a strong legacy and experienced leadership. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp has a 4.9-star rating from 103 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their daughters and the strong sense of community. Camp Illahee offers a diverse range of activities including horseback riding, watersports, arts, and outdoor adventures, emphasizing personal growth and skill development. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campillahee) and Facebook (campillahee) page.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Camp Illahee 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
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 500 Illahee Road, Brevard, NC 28712, USA
  • Phone: (828) 883-2181
  • Cost notes: Costs vary by session length.

Runs 24-hour residential, 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

  • All-girls camp
  • Focus on personal growth

↘ Watch for

  • No email listed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Illahee

What ages does Camp Illahee accept?
Camp Illahee is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Illahee cost?
Camp Illahee publishes $2,433/week for the standard session. Costs vary by session length. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Illahee's hours?
Camp Illahee 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 Illahee accredited?
Yes — Camp Illahee is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 90 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.

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