Camp Kahdalea for Girls
Christian overnight summer camp for girls in Brevard, North Carolina.
▌ Editor's read Camp Kahdalea is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for girls, with its accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has been operating for over 80 years, founded by Alfred and Catherine Clark, and is currently directed by their grandchildren. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Kahdalea show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's positive impact on their daughters' confidence and spiritual development. The camp offers a full summer session, indicating a longer, immersive experience for campers. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campkahdalea and a Facebook handle 'campkahdalea'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 8–17
Camp Kahdalea for Girls 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
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–17
- Address: 2500 Kahdalea Rd, Brevard, NC 28712, USA
- Phone: (828) 884-6834
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Total cost $11,845.00 for 8 weeks
↗ 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 for Girls
- What ages does Camp Kahdalea for Girls accept?
- Camp Kahdalea for Girls is open to children ages 8–17. 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 for Girls cost?
- Camp Kahdalea for Girls publishes $1,481/week for the standard session. Total cost $11,845.00 for 8 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Kahdalea for Girls accredited?
- Yes — Camp Kahdalea for Girls is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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 for Girls?
- Camp Kahdalea for Girls is operated by a private business, with 80 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 for Girls provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Kahdalea for Girls 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 for Girls compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Brevard?
- Camp Kahdalea for Girls 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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