Summer Camp Guide: Faith-based summer camps

Faith-based summer camps offer a mix of classic camp fun and values-based programming, with options across Asheville and Western North Carolina. Below is a roundup of faith-based summer camp opportunities, including each camp’s location, session dates, and a link to registration or more details. Camps often add sessions or update schedules throughout the spring and early summer, so check back as this list is refreshed.

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Asheville Jewish Community Center

236 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801 | 828-253-0701

Campers become strong, confident community members while gaining new abilities and having fulfilling experiences.

Camp Ruach

June 22-26: Chayot (animals)
June 29-July 3: Kehilah (community)
July 6-10: Mazon (Food)
July 13-17: Harpatkah (Adventure)
July 20-24: Limud (Learning)
July 27-31: Teva (Nature)
August 3-7: Tikkun Olam (Repair the World)
August 10-14: Simcha (Joy)

Camp Cedar Cliff

Camp Cedar Cliff, PO Box 9036, Asheville, NC 28815 | 828-450-3331

Faith based outdoor camp. The camp approach to recreation helps campers to cooperate with others, manage their fears, build confidence, learn new skills, and develop a greater appreciation for their environment and the beauty in nature.

Trailblazers

June 7-10
June 14-17
June 21-24
June 28-July 1
July 5-8
July 12-15
July 12-17
July 19-22
July 26-29

Pioneers/Explorers

June 7-12
June 14-19
June 21-26
June 28-July 3
July 5-10
July 12-17
July 19-24
July 19-31

Mountaineers

June 7-19
June 21-July 3
July 5-17
July 20-Aug. 1

Day Camp

June 8-12
June 15-19
June 22-26
June 29-July 3
July 6-10
July 13-17
July 20-24
July 27-31
Aug. 3-7

Camp Grier

985 Camp Grier Rd., Old Fort, NC 28762 | 828-668-7793

An outdoor ministry of the Presbyterian Church, Camp Grier summer camps reconnects youth to the wonders of nature with hundreds of acres filled with mountains, trails, waterfalls, a lake, and views for miles.

Explorers – Develop curiosity, calculate risk, and learn to trust themselves and others.

June 14-19
July 5-10
July 19-24
July 26 – 31

Discoverers – Camp one night away from their cabin on our 650-acre campus and enjoy a week of worship, art, canoeing, hiking, swimming, and games throughout the week.

June 14-19
June 21-26
June 28 – July 3
July 12-17
July 19-24
July 27-31

Adventurers – Paddle a river or rock climb in the Pisgah National Forest.

June 14-19
June 21 – 26
June 28 – July 3
July 12 -17
July 19-24
July 26-31

Camp Henry

25 Wormy Chestnut Lane, Canton, NC, 28716 | 828-646-0095

Camp Henry is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina and is located at Lake Logan, just 40 minutes west of Asheville. They offer sessions for all ages and interests.

Traditional Camp

Family Camp, June 11-13
Sr. High, June 14-20
7th-9th, June 21-27
4th-6th, June 28 – July 4
Mini Camp, July 8 – 11
Butterfly Camp, July 12-18
6th – 8th, July 19-25
3rd-5th, July 26 – August 1

Camp Henry Outdoor School

7th – 9th, June 14-20
Sr. High, June 21-27
7th – 9th, June 28 – July 4
Amplified, July 8-18
Sr. High, July 26-August 1

Leadership, Adventure, Mission Program

LAMP 1, June 21 -July 4
LAMP 2, July 19 – August 1

Camp Rockmont for Boys

375 Lake Eden Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711 | 828-686-3885

Camp Rockmont is an interdenominational Christian summer camp for boys, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Black Mountain, North Carolina. Their mission is to cultivate adventure, friendship, and fun while fostering individual growth and a deeper sense of self-worth in every camper.

Main Camp, June 28 – July 4
June Camp, June 7-26
Two-Week Camp, four sessions available
Mini Camp, June 7-12

Camp Tekoa

211 Thomas Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739 | 828-692-6516

Camp Tekoa is built on Christian principles and believes every child is valued and belongs. From the adventure trips off-site to their weekly talent show, they strive to help each camper step into who God is calling them to be.

Day Camp