Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $1,708/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp

North Carolina · $1,708/week · ★ 4.1 (77 reviews)

Traditional overnight camp offering a variety of activities for children aged 7-15 in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

▌ Editor's read Camp Kanuga is an ACA-accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, operating for over 90 years according to its 'About Us' page. It is owned and operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina, classifying it as a church-affiliated organization. The camp maintains a favorable staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, as stated on their 'Staff' page, which is beneficial for supervision and individualized attention. The camp explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks, as detailed on their 'Staff' page. Social media presence is active with Instagram (@campkanuga) and Facebook (@campkanuga) accounts.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 1600 Kanuga Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28739
  • Phone: (828) 692-9136
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: 9-day session costs $2195. Weekly cost is calculated from this.

↗ What parents like

  • Episcopal Church affiliation
  • Focus on community and faith
  • Variety of session lengths

↘ Watch for

  • Higher cost for longer sessions

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp

What ages does Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp accept?
Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Kanuga - Overnight Camp cost?
Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp publishes $1,708/week for the standard session. 9-day session costs $2195. Weekly cost is calculated from this. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp accredited?
Yes — Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Kanuga - Overnight Camp?
Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp is operated by a faith-based organization, with 90 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 Kanuga - Overnight Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp 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 Kanuga - Overnight Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville?
Camp Kanuga - Overnight Camp is one of 19 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville 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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