What ages does Camp Mondamin accept?

Camp Mondamin 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 Mondamin cost?

Camp Mondamin publishes $2,450/week for the standard session. August Camp is a 2-week session for ages 7-13. Other sessions are available at different rates. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Mondamin accredited?

Yes — Camp Mondamin is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 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 Mondamin?

Camp Mondamin is operated by a private business, with 1922 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 Mondamin provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Mondamin 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 Mondamin compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Tuxedo?

Camp Mondamin is one of 19 overnight/sleepaway camps in Tuxedo 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–17

Camp Mondamin

North Carolina · $2,450/week · ★ 4.9 (165 reviews)

Traditional boys' overnight camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, focusing on outdoor adventure and skill.

▌ Editor's read Camp Mondamin is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid until 2025, as indicated on their website. The camp has a long history, operating since 1922, founded by Frank Bell. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mention that all staff undergo background checks, demonstrating a commitment to safety and supervision. The camp's program focuses on a wide range of outdoor activities and skill development, as evidenced by their activity descriptions. While the specific ownership structure isn't explicitly stated as non-profit, the long-standing family ownership and traditional camp model suggest a for-profit entity. Social media presence on Instagram and Facebook is active, indicating engagement with their community.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1041922+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–17

Camp Mondamin 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: 104 (1922 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–17
Address: 100 Mondamin Rd, Tuxedo, NC 28784
Phone: (828) 693-7445
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: August Camp is a 2-week session for ages 7-13. Other sessions are available at different rates.

3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from May 31 to Aug 14.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 May 31 – Jun 19, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,500
Session 2 Jun 23 – Jul 28, 2026 · 6 weeks · $9,100
Session 3 Aug 1 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,900

↗ What parents like

Focus on non-competitive activities
Wide range of outdoor adventures
Long-standing history since 1922

↘ Watch for

Registration link is not working
No shorter than 2-week sessions

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Mondamin

What ages does Camp Mondamin accept?: Camp Mondamin 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 Mondamin cost?: Camp Mondamin publishes $2,450/week for the standard session. August Camp is a 2-week session for ages 7-13. Other sessions are available at different rates. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Mondamin accredited?: Yes — Camp Mondamin is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 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 Mondamin?: Camp Mondamin is operated by a private business, with 1922 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 Mondamin provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Mondamin 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 Mondamin compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Tuxedo?: Camp Mondamin is one of 19 overnight/sleepaway camps in Tuxedo 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 Mondamin 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 Mondamin.

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Camp Falling Creek - June Camp · North Carolina · Ages 7–16 · $2,538/week
Camp Falling Creek - Junior Camp · North Carolina · Ages 7–10 · $2,625/week
Camp Falling Creek - Main Camp · North Carolina · Ages 7–16 · $2,294/week
Camp Falling Creek - STEEL Program · North Carolina · Ages 14–16 · $2,294/week
Camp Green Cove · Tuxedo, NC · Ages 6–17 · $2,167/week
Camp Green Cove - August Camp · Tuxedo, NC · Ages 7–12 · $2,450/week