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CAMP WAYFARER IS A CO-ED OVERNIGHT SUMMER CAMP IN THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS FOR AGES 5-16.

Tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains, Camp Wayfarer sits just 30 minutes from Asheville, NC — and within easy reach of families across the Southeast. Whether you’re driving up from Greenville, SC (about 1.5 hours), over from Knoxville (about 2 hours), down from Charlotte (about 2 hours), or making the trip from Atlanta or Raleigh (about 2.5–3 hours), a summer at Wayfarer is never far away. Drop-off day is just the beginning of the adventure — and pick-up day always comes too soon.

We host campers in grades K-Rising 11th each summer with camp sessions ranging from 1 to 5 weeks. Families choose Wayfarer for the close-knit community, the choice in daily schedules, and an atmosphere that builds independence and confidence.

If you’re looking for a summer in camp in North Carolina with a family atmosphere, tons of activities and an unforgettable overnight camp experience, please be in touch.

Wayfarer’s strong camp community and traditions allow each child to gain independence within a healthy, active program. Each day offers a variety of programs supporting skills development and decision-making that build self-confidence.

Together our Wayfarer family is building a wonderful home away from home.

We consider ourselves one of the few remaining “mom and pop” summer camps. As a result of our size and key values, Camp Wayfarer has been able to retain the spirit and intention set forth during our very first summer in 1991.

We know all of our families by name, not by number, and we always cater to the individual needs of our campers. We’ve never forgotten why we’re in this business and we strive to show this through every aspect of our operation.

Please call or email us to let us know a good time to visit! You can also schedule a call with a director using the link below.

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Camp Wayfarer is a co-ed overnight summer camp on 60 acres for ages 5-16 with 30+ activities. Please click on the session name for a detailed overview of each session. Note that the grades listed are the camper’s rising grade at the start of camp.

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“Camp exists in this kind of bubble where you can just be who you want to be. From jumping in Lake Chamois every morning, to cabin campfires under the stars, every day at camp is full of magic with my best friends.”