Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 14–17 · $410/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 14–17

Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp)

Ridgecrest, NC · $410/week · ★ 4.7 (98 reviews)

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▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Ridgecrest for Boys loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2024, as confirmed by the ACA's camp search tool. The 'About Us' page states the camp has been operating since 1929, indicating a long history. While the specific owner type isn't explicitly stated, the camp's mission and values are clearly Christian-based. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety protocols. The program is an overnight camp, offering a variety of activities. Google reviews for 'Ridgecrest Camps' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 328 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the quality of the staff and facilities. Social media handles found are @ridgecrestcamps on Instagram and RidgecrestCamps on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 971929+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 14–17

Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
97 (1929 years)
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 14–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 290 Yates Ave, Ridgecrest, NC 28770
  • Phone: (972) 532-9495
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tuition: $3550 per two-week session.

Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Jul 31.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 7 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550
  • Session 2 Jun 21 – Jul 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550
  • Session 3 Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550
  • Session 4 Jul 19 – 31, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,550

↗ What parents like

  • STEM-focused camps
  • Variety of themes

↘ Watch for

  • Limited availability

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp)

What ages does Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) accept?
Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) is open to children ages 14–17. 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 Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) cost?
Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) publishes $410/week for the standard session. Tuition: $3550 per two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp)'s hours?
Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) 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 Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) accredited?
Yes — Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1929 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 Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) provide lunch?
Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-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.
Does Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) offer extended care?
Yes — Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Ridgecrest?
Camp Ridgecrest - Bluerock (In-Camp) is one of 11 overnight/sleepaway camps in Ridgecrest 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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