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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–9

Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek

Ridgecrest, NC · $950/week · ★ 4.7 (98 reviews)

TIC Summer Camp offers a unique blend of technology and sports for campers to explore their interests.

▌ Editor's read Camp Ridgecrest for Boys, located in Ridgecrest, NC, is an ACA accredited overnight camp with accreditation valid through 2024. The website states the camp has been operating since 1929, founded by Dr. L.B. Greenwood, indicating a long-standing tradition. The camp emphasizes a Christian foundation, aiming for spiritual growth alongside physical activities and skill development. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks and that they strive for a 2:1 camper-to-staff ratio for their youngest campers (ages 7-9). Google reviews for 'Ridgecrest Camps' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 170 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons and the caring staff. The camp offers a wide range of activities including watersports, outdoor adventures, and creative arts. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @ridgecrestcamps and a Facebook page RidgecrestCamps.
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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 8–9

Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek 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
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: 8–9
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 290 Yates Ave, Ridgecrest, NC 28770
  • Phone: (703) 876-2868
  • 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

  • Technology and sports focus
  • Multiple locations

↘ Watch for

  • High cost

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek

What ages does Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek accept?
Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek is open to children ages 8–9. 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 Ridgecrest - Fox Creek cost?
Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek publishes $950/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 - Fox Creek's hours?
Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek 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 - Fox Creek accredited?
Yes — Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek 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 - Fox Creek provide lunch?
Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek 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 - Fox Creek offer extended care?
Yes — Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek 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 - Fox Creek compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Ridgecrest?
Camp Ridgecrest - Fox Creek 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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