Camp Ridgecrest
A Christian summer camp for boys in the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a traditional camp experience with a focus on...
▌ Editor's read Camp Ridgecrest for Boys is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with accreditation valid through 2025, demonstrating a commitment to industry standards. The camp, founded by Dr. J.R. Black, has been operating for 100 years, indicating a strong legacy and experience in youth development. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks, prioritizing camper safety. The website details a wide range of activities including watersports, adventure sports, and creative arts, all within a Christian framework. Google reviews for 'Ridgecrest Camps' show an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 200 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons' character and spiritual growth.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1926100+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–17
Camp Ridgecrest 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
- 1926 (100 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 290 Yates Ave, Ridgecrest, NC 28770
- Phone: (828) 669-8051
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tuition: $3550 per two-week session.
Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Jul 31.
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
- Session 2 Jun 21 – Jul 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550
- Session 3 Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550
- Session 4 Jul 19 – 31, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550
↗ What parents like
- Christian summer camp
- Sister camp nearby
↘ Watch for
- Campers cannot stay between sessions
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Ridgecrest
- What ages does Camp Ridgecrest accept?
- Camp Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest cost?
- Camp Ridgecrest publishes $1,775/week for the standard session. Tuition: $3550 per two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Ridgecrest's hours?
- Camp Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ridgecrest is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 100 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 Ridgecrest?
- Camp Ridgecrest is operated by a private business, with 100 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 Ridgecrest provide lunch?
- Camp Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Ridgecrest?
- Camp Ridgecrest is one of 11 overnight/sleepaway camps in Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest.
- Camp Crestridge for Girls · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 7–16 · $1,775/week
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- Camp Ridgecrest - Hawksbill · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 11–12 · $360/week
- Camp Ridgecrest - Hemlock · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 10–11 · $450/week
- Camp Ridgecrest - Highland Outpost · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 14–17 · $8/week
- Camp Ridgecrest - Pisgah Trailblazers · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 14–17 · $100/week
- Camp Ridgecrest - Roan · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 13–14 · $250/week
- Camp Ridgecrest - Wolf Den · Ridgecrest, NC · Ages 9–10 · $1,000/week