Camp · Equestrian · Ages 6–16 · $1,370/week
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▌ Equestrian · Ages 6–16

Camp Chatuga

Camp Chatuga · $1,370/week

Camp Chatuga is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls aged 6-16, focusing on horseback riding and a variety of other activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Chatuga's website indicates it is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls, established in 1963, making it over 60 years old. The camp is located in the mountains of North Carolina and offers a strong equestrian program, including English and Western riding, trail rides, and horse care. Beyond riding, activities include watersports, arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, and team sports. The camp's 'About Us' page highlights its history and philosophy of fostering independence and friendship. Social media links for Instagram (@campchatuga) and Facebook (CampChatuga) are present on the website, showing active engagement. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on their website, nor is there explicit language regarding staff background checks or specific staff-to-camper ratios.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Chatuga 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 equestrian 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
Not accredited or not found
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Equestrian
  • Ages: 6–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 291 Camp Chatuga Rd, Mountain Rest, SC 29664, USA
  • Phone: (864) 638-3761
  • Cost notes: USD. Sibling and referral discounts available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Chatuga

What ages does Camp Chatuga accept?
Camp Chatuga 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 Chatuga cost?
Camp Chatuga publishes $1,370/week for the standard session. USD. Sibling and referral discounts available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Chatuga's hours?
Camp Chatuga 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 Chatuga accredited?
Camp Chatuga is not currently ACA-accredited, but has been operating for 60 years. Many long-running camps choose not to pursue ACA accreditation, which is a paid voluntary process — check the camp's published staff training and safety policies directly.
Who runs Camp Chatuga?
Camp Chatuga is operated by a private business, 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 Chatuga provide lunch?
Camp Chatuga 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.

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