Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17 · $2,000/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–17

Camp Kahdalea

North Carolina · $2,000/week

Christian overnight summer camp for girls in Brevard, North Carolina.

▌ Editor's read Camp Kahdalea is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid through August 2025. The camp has been operating for 70 years, founded in 1953 by Alfred and Eugenia Clark, and is currently directed by their grandchildren. It maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. The camp has a strong online reputation, with a 4.9-star rating from 103 Google reviews, frequently praised for its positive environment, caring staff, and diverse activities. Program offerings include traditional camp activities, outdoor adventures, and a focus on Christian values. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campkahdalea and a Facebook page @CampKahdalea.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Camp Kahdalea 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
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Address: 2500 Morgan Mill Rd, Brevard, NC 28712
  • Phone: (828) 884-6834
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: See individual sessions for pricing

8 sessions (2 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 4 to Aug 2.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 4 – 26, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,645
  • Session 3 Jun 4 – Aug 2, 2026 · 9 weeks · $11,845
  • Session 4 Jun 4 – 9, 2026 · 1 week · $2,000
  • Session 6 Jun 13 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,300
  • Session 2 Jun 30 – Aug 2, 2026 · 5 weeks · $7,725
  • Session 7 Jun 30 – Jul 13, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,300
  • Session 5 Jul 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $2,000
  • Session 8 Jul 20 – Aug 2, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,300

↗ What parents like

  • Christian-focused camp
  • Activities like climbing and canoeing

↘ Watch for

  • Only for girls

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Kahdalea

What ages does Camp Kahdalea accept?
Camp Kahdalea 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 Kahdalea cost?
Camp Kahdalea publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. See individual sessions for pricing Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Kahdalea accredited?
Yes — Camp Kahdalea is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Kahdalea?
Camp Kahdalea is operated by a private business, with 70 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 Kahdalea provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Kahdalea 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 Kahdalea compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Brevard?
Camp Kahdalea 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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