Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–17 · $1,820/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–17

Camp Mondamin

Tuxedo, NC · $1,820/week · ★ 4.9 (165 reviews)

Camp Mondamin is a traditional boys' overnight camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, focusing on...

▌ Editor's read Camp Mondamin is a long-standing boys' overnight camp, established in 1922, as indicated on their 'About Us' page. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed by the ACA's search tool. The camp maintains a favorable camper-to-staff ratio of 1:4, as stated on their 'Staff' page. They explicitly mention conducting background checks for all staff members on their 'Staff' page. The camp offers a wide range of outdoor activities including climbing, paddling, and horseback riding, with a focus on skill development and progression. Their website provides extensive information about their philosophy, activities, and safety measures.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1041922+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–17

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
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 413 Mondamin Rd, Zirconia, NC 28784
  • Phone: (828) 693-7446
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Main Camp (5 weeks) is $9100. Other sessions have different weekly costs.

Runs 24-hour residential, 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

  • Emphasis on outdoor activities
  • Non-competitive environment

↘ Watch for

  • No shorter sessions for older kids

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • 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 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 Mondamin cost?
Camp Mondamin publishes $1,820/week for the standard session. Main Camp (5 weeks) is $9100. Other sessions have different weekly costs. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Mondamin's hours?
Camp Mondamin 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 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?
Camp Mondamin 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 Mondamin compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Zirconia?
Camp Mondamin is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway camps in Zirconia 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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