Camp · Religious · Ages 7–16 · $1,775/week
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▌ Religious · Ages 7–16

Camp Crestridge for Girls

Ridgecrest, NC · $1,775/week · ★ 4.6 (70 reviews)

A two-week Christian summer camp for girls in the Blue Ridge Mountains, focused on adventure, responsibility, and...

▌ Editor's read Camp Crestridge for Girls is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, operating since 1929, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It is owned by Ridgecrest Summer Camps, which is a ministry of Lifeway Christian Resources, classifying it as a church-affiliated owner. The camp explicitly states a 1:4 camper-to-staff ratio on their 'Staff' page, and also mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Their program is clearly an overnight camp, and their social media handles are readily available on their website. The camp's mission is centered around Christian values and spiritual growth, offering a variety of activities within this framework.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 971929+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Crestridge 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. religious 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
97 (1929 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Religious
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: Overnight
  • Address: 1308 Camp Crestridge Rd, Ridgecrest, NC 28770
  • Phone: (828) 669-2759
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $3550 per two-week session.

Runs Overnight, 2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Jul 3.

2 waitlist

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 7 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550 Waitlist
  • Session 2 Jun 21 – Jul 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550 Waitlist

↗ What parents like

  • Christian-focused program
  • Two-week immersive sessions
  • Located in Blue Ridge Mountains

↘ Watch for

  • Two-week minimum stay
  • No single-week options

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Crestridge for Girls

What ages does Camp Crestridge for Girls accept?
Camp Crestridge for Girls is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Crestridge for Girls cost?
Camp Crestridge for Girls publishes $1,775/week for the standard session. $3550 per two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Crestridge for Girls's hours?
Camp Crestridge for Girls runs Overnight. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Crestridge for Girls accredited?
Yes — Camp Crestridge for Girls is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1929 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 Crestridge for Girls?
Camp Crestridge for Girls is operated by a faith-based organization, with 1929 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 Crestridge for Girls provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Crestridge 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.

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