Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–17 · $2,167/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–17

Camp Mondamin for Boys

Zirconia, North Carolina · $2,167/week

A traditional boys' overnight camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains offering a wide range of outdoor activities and skill...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a profile page for Camp Mondamin for Boys on summercamps.com, which links to their official website, campmondamin.com. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2024, as confirmed by the ACA directory. Founded in 1922 by Frank Bell, the camp has been operating for 99 years, indicating a long-standing tradition. It is a for-profit organization. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Mondamin offers an overnight program focused on outdoor activities like sailing, kayaking, climbing, and horseback riding. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive impact on their sons' independence and skill development.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192799+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–17

Camp Mondamin for Boys 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
1927 (99 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 32 Water Wheel Ln, Zirconia, NC 28790, USA
  • Phone: 828-693-7446
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $6500 for a 3-week session. Price converted to weekly.

Runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 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

  • Wilderness trips offered
  • Non-competitive environment

↘ Watch for

  • Only for boys

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Mondamin for Boys

What ages does Camp Mondamin for Boys accept?
Camp Mondamin for Boys 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 for Boys cost?
Camp Mondamin for Boys publishes $2,167/week for the standard session. $6500 for a 3-week session. Price converted to weekly. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Mondamin for Boys's hours?
Camp Mondamin for Boys runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Mondamin for Boys accredited?
Yes — Camp Mondamin for Boys is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 99 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 for Boys?
Camp Mondamin for Boys is operated by a private business, with 99 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 for Boys provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Mondamin for Boys 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 for Boys compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Zirconia?
Camp Mondamin for Boys 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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