Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–9 · $725/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–9

Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp

North Carolina · $725/week

Overnight camp program at Camp Tekoa for younger campers.

▌ Editor's read Camp Tekoa's website loads successfully and provides information on its Discovery Camp and other programs. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. Google reviews for Camp Tekoa show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 239 reviews, with common themes praising the positive environment, caring staff, and diverse activities. The camp, founded in 1964, has been operating for 60 years and is owned by the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Social media handles @camptekoa on Instagram and 'camptekoa' on Facebook are active. The Discovery Camp is an overnight program designed for younger campers.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 196660+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–9

Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–9
  • Address: 211 Thomas Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28739, USA
  • Phone: (828) 692-6516
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Total cost $725 for 1 week for Discovery Camp.

8 sessions (8 one-week), from Jun 7 to Aug 1.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 7 – 13, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 2 Jun 14 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 3 Jun 21 – 27, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 4 Jun 28 – Jul 4, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 5 Jul 5 – 11, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 6 Jul 12 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 7 Jul 19 – 25, 2026 · 1 week · $825
  • Session 8 Jul 26 – Aug 1, 2026 · 1 week · $825

↗ What parents like

  • Designed for younger campers
  • Focus on exploration

↘ Watch for

  • Limited information on website

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp

What ages does Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp accept?
Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp is open to children ages 6–9. 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 Tekoa - Discovery Camp cost?
Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp publishes $725/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp accredited?
Yes — Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Tekoa - Discovery Camp?
Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp is operated by a faith-based organization, with 60 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 Tekoa - Discovery Camp provide lunch?
Camp Tekoa - Discovery Camp 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 Tekoa - Discovery Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville?
Camp Tekoa - Discovery 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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