Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16 · $2,637/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Camp Highlander - Session BC

Horse Shoe, NC · $2,637/week

A traditional, co-ed, overnight camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina.

▌ Editor's read Camp Highlander's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health and safety. The camp, founded by Gay and Millard Humphries, has been operating for 68 years, since 1956, suggesting a well-established program. The program type is clearly overnight, catering to both boys and girls. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, which is a positive safety measure. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 145 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the caring staff. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@camphighlander) and Facebook (camphighlander) page.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195868+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Highlander - Session BC 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
1958 (68 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 42 Dalton Road, Horse Shoe, NC 28742
  • Phone: (828) 891-7721
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $11,300 for 30 nights

Runs 24-hour residential, 5 sessions (1 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 6 to Jul 28.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 6 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $2,750
  • Session 2 Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,950
  • Session 3 Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,950
  • Session 5 Jun 28 – Jul 28, 2026 · 5 weeks · $11,300
  • Session 4 Jul 12 – 28, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,150

↗ What parents like

  • Electronics-free environment
  • Builds character and confidence
  • Lifelong memories and friendships

↘ Watch for

  • Girls waitlisted for some sessions

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Highlander - Session BC

What ages does Camp Highlander - Session BC accept?
Camp Highlander - Session BC is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Highlander - Session BC cost?
Camp Highlander - Session BC publishes $2,637/week for the standard session. $11,300 for 30 nights Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Highlander - Session BC's hours?
Camp Highlander - Session BC runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Highlander - Session BC accredited?
Yes — Camp Highlander - Session BC is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 68 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 Highlander - Session BC?
Camp Highlander - Session BC is operated by a private business, with 68 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 Highlander - Session BC provide lunch?
Camp Highlander - Session BC 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 Highlander - Session BC compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Horse Shoe?
Camp Highlander - Session BC is one of 11 overnight/sleepaway camps in Horse Shoe 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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