Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16 · $2,350/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16

Camp Ton-A-Wandah

North Carolina · $2,350/week

A traditional summer camp for girls in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, offering sessions from one to...

▌ Editor's read Camp Ton-A-Wandah is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid through 2025, as stated on their website's 'About Us' page. The camp has a long history, operating for over 90 years, founded by Mrs. G.L. Green. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is clearly listed on their 'Dates & Rates' page. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, as found in their 'Staff' section. Their social media presence includes an active Instagram (@camptonawandah) and Facebook (@camptonawandah) account. The camp's website provides detailed information about their programs and history, indicating a well-established and transparent operation.
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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 6–16

Camp Ton-A-Wandah 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
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–16
  • Address: 200 W Ton-A-Wandah Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28739, USA
  • Phone: 828-692-7728
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: One week sessions cost $2,350.

9 sessions (3 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • One Week - Session 1 Jun 7 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,350
  • Two Week - Session 1 Jun 7 – 20, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
  • Three Week - Session 1 Jun 7 – 26, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,050
  • One Week - Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 5, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,350
  • Two Week - Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
  • Three Week - Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 17, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,050
  • One Week - Session 3 Jul 19 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,350
  • Two Week - Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
  • Three Week - Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 7, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,050

↗ What parents like

  • Girls-only camp
  • Long-standing tradition since 1933
  • Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains

↘ Watch for

  • Some sessions have waitlists
  • Deposit is non-refundable after Feb 1st

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ton-A-Wandah

What ages does Camp Ton-A-Wandah accept?
Camp Ton-A-Wandah is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Ton-A-Wandah cost?
Camp Ton-A-Wandah publishes $2,350/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Ton-A-Wandah accredited?
Yes — Camp Ton-A-Wandah 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.
Does Camp Ton-A-Wandah provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Ton-A-Wandah 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 Ton-A-Wandah compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville?
Camp Ton-A-Wandah 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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