Camp Tekoa
Christian summer camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains with various programs.
▌ Editor's read Camp Tekoa is an ACA-accredited overnight camp in Hendersonville, NC, with its accreditation expiring in 2025. The camp, which has been operating for 60 years since 1964, is owned by the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and drug screenings. Google reviews show a strong positive sentiment with a 4.9-star rating based on 306 reviews, frequently praising the camp's positive environment, engaging activities, and dedicated staff. The camp offers traditional overnight programs for various age groups, including adventure activities like ziplining and a ropes course. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camptekoa and a Facebook page /camptekoa.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–17
Camp Tekoa 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
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–17
- Address: 211 Thomas Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28739, USA
- Phone: (828) 692-6516
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Rates for 2026 vary by program. Elementary Adventure Camp is $915.
↗ What parents like
- Faith-based environment
- Variety of camp programs
↘ Watch for
- Website navigation is difficult
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Tekoa
- What ages does Camp Tekoa accept?
- Camp Tekoa is open to children ages 6–17. 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 Tekoa cost?
- Camp Tekoa publishes $915/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Tekoa accredited?
- Yes — Camp Tekoa is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Tekoa?
- Camp Tekoa is operated by a faith-based organization, with 60 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 Tekoa provide lunch?
- Camp Tekoa does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Camp Tekoa compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville?
- Camp Tekoa is one of 19 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Tekoa with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Tekoa.
- Camp Kanuga - Leadership Academy · North Carolina · Ages 16–17 · $608/week
- Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp · North Carolina · Ages 7–15 · $1,708/week
- Camp Kanuga - Starter Camp · North Carolina · Ages 7–9 · $1,395/week
- Camp Kanuga - Trailblazers · North Carolina · Ages 14–15 · $1,613/week
- Camp Pinnacle · North Carolina · Ages 6–16 · $2,598/week
- Camp Pinnacle · North Carolina · Ages 7–15 · $2,598/week
- Camp Pinnacle · Camp Pinnacle · Ages 6–17 · $2,500/week
- Camp Ton-A-Wandah · North Carolina · Ages 6–16 · $2,350/week