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Camp Canaan

Camp Canaan

Coed sleepaway camp · Rock Hill, South Carolina · Since 2004

★ 4.8 222 Google reviewsNonprofitPhone-freeWinter camp tooChristian
Ages
5–17
Campers
Coed
From
$1,014/wk
Sessions
1-week
Staff ratio
1 : 8
Campers per session
176
Nearest airport
CLT · 14 mi

Camp Canaan is a Christian, coed nonprofit camp in Rock Hill, SC, founded in 2004 for ages 5-17. It offers both day and overnight sessions with a faith-based traditional outdoor adventure focus, including activities such as ziplines, high ropes, kayaking, and swimming. The listed staff ratio is 1:8, and a nurse/health center is available.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 10, 2026 on campcanaan.org

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Good fit for
  • Christian families seeking a faith-based outdoor camp
  • Families with children ages 5-17 who want day or overnight camp options
  • Coed families interested in outdoor adventure activities like ziplines, ropes, kayaking, and swimming
Worth knowing
  • Electronics and direct contact are limited: no cell phones/electronics for campers, no camper phone calls, and visitation only for emergencies
  • Budget for extras and non-refundable deposits; optional electives, canteen, late stay, and care packages/merch cost extra, and session deposits are non-refundable
  • Camp is not peanut-free; check allergy accommodations with the third-party caterer

2027 sessions and prices

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 11 week · Ages 10-13May 31 – Jun 5$869$1,014Waitlist
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 21 week · Ages 10-13Jun 7 – Jun 12$869$1,014Waitlist
Journey Overnight Camp Session 31 week · Ages 8-9 · lowest weekly priceJun 14 – Jun 19$869$1,014Waitlist
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 41 week · Ages 10-13Jun 21 – Jun 26$869$1,014Waitlist
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 51 week · Ages 10-13Jun 28 – Jul 3$869$1,014Waitlist
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 61 week · Ages 10-13Jul 5 – Jul 10$869$1,014Waitlist
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 71 week · Ages 10-13Jul 12 – Jul 17$869$1,014Waitlist
Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 81 week · Ages 10-13Jul 19 – Jul 24$869$1,014Waitlist
Plus fees: Canteen account; Late Stay $25 per child per week; optional electives such as paintball, wakeboard/wakesurf; care packages/merchSource: camp’s dates and rates

Winter camp

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Winter Camp · Ages 10-13Dec 11 – Dec 13$199–Open

What it really costs

Tuition$869

Fees we could read from the camp’s fee list are added. Travel, gear and optional trips are not.

Deposit and paymentsNon-refundable deposit: Day Camps $50; Overnight Camps $100; CIT $100; TLC $100. Balance auto-drafted first Tuesday in May. Source
RefundsSession deposits are non-refundable. Medical cancellations before first Tuesday in May refund tuition minus deposit; after that, 50% tuition. Other cancellations before first Tuesday in May lose deposit; after, full tuition. Source
Financial aidNeed-based scholarships for ages 5-15; one week; 50%, 60%, or 75% of tuition; application Oct 31-Mar 27 while funds last. Source
Discounts$10 sibling discount on second and subsequent children’s registrations, per session. Source
Extra feesCanteen account; Late Stay $25 per child per week; optional electives such as paintball, wakeboard/wakesurf; care packages/merch Source

Camp life

Daily schedule
mixed; campers have activity blocks plus adventure electives Source
Waterfront
Junior Olympic-sized pool, Lake Canaan, Catawba River access, and Lake Wylie trips Source
Phones
No cell phones, electronics, smart watches, tablets, or cameras for campers. Source
Staying in touch
Campers may not make or receive phone calls; visitation only for emergencies. Source
Visiting day
No visiting day; visitation is not allowed except in emergencies. Source
First-time campers
Spring Open House and camp tours help new families; first-time registrants create a new account. Source
Health care
Nurse/health center; medications stored in locked nurse’s room; volunteer camp nurses; staff CPR/First Aid certified. Source
Food and allergies
Third-party caterer can accommodate gluten, dairy, and peanut allergies; camp is not peanut-free; vegetarian/vegan requests by email with possible food substitute. Source
Staff checks
References and background checks before hiring; staff trained on child abuse prevention; staff never alone with a child. Source
Staff ratio
1:8 Source
Staff return rate
45% average counselor return rate Source
Directors
Matt Harper, Executive Director Source
Who runs it
nonprofit Source
Faith
Christian Source
Visit or tour
Spring Open House with music, camp tours, and pre-summer fun; tours can be arranged. Source

Getting there

Address
3111 Sand Island Road Source
Nearest airports
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT, 14 mi); Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (USA, 31 mi)
Phone
803-327-6932 Source
Charlotte17 mi
Raleigh143 mi
Charleston, South Carolina166 mi
Atlanta212 mi

Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.

parent · ★★★★★
“Just picked my son up from his first time at Camp Canaan. He attended session 8, and it was his first overnight camp experience. He LOVED it and can't wait to go back next year. He made so many new friends and enjoyed all of the activities. He…”
Kristin F. · via Google
parent · ★★★★★
“This was our first summer with Camp Canaan and my kiddo is already looking forward to 2027. We did two weeks of junior day camp, one in June and one in July. Both weeks were superb and my kid came home each day happy, filthy, and tired. Just what a…”
Kelly M. · via Google
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In the news

Questions about Camp Canaan

How much does Camp Canaan cost in 2027?

2027 tuition at Camp Canaan runs from $869 (Journey Overnight Camp Session 3, 1 week). The lowest weekly price is $1,014. Extra fees: Canteen account; Late Stay $25 per child per week; optional electives such as paintball, wakeboard/wakesurf; care packages/merch

What ages does Camp Canaan take?

Camp Canaan takes campers from 5 to 17.

When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Canaan?

Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 1: May 31 to Jun 5. Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 2: Jun 7 to Jun 12. Journey Overnight Camp Session 3: Jun 14 to Jun 19. Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 4: Jun 21 to Jun 26. Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 5: Jun 28 to Jul 3. Co-ed Overnight Camp Session 6: Jul 5 to Jul 10.

Does Camp Canaan run a winter camp?

Yes. Camp Canaan also runs winter sessions: Winter Camp: Dec 11, 2026 to Dec 13.

Can campers bring phones?

No cell phones, electronics, smart watches, tablets, or cameras for campers.

Is there a visiting day?

No visiting day; visitation is not allowed except in emergencies.

Is it good for first-time campers?

Spring Open House and camp tours help new families; first-time registrants create a new account.

What is the refund policy?

Session deposits are non-refundable. Medical cancellations before first Tuesday in May refund tuition minus deposit; after that, 50% tuition. Other cancellations before first Tuesday in May lose deposit; after, full tuition.

Is financial aid available?

Need-based scholarships for ages 5-15; one week; 50%, 60%, or 75% of tuition; application Oct 31-Mar 27 while funds last.

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