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Ridge Haven

Ridge Haven

Sleepaway camp · Brevard, North Carolina · Since 1978

Winter camp
Ages
8–18
From
$455/wk
Sessions
0.7-week
Staff ratio
1 : 9
Nearest airport
AVL · 18 mi

Ridge Haven is a Christian overnight camp in Brevard, NC, operated as a Presbyterian Church in America ministry for ages 8–18. It offers traditional faith-based camp activities and lake/pool waterfront features, plus family camp and winter camp sessions.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 11, 2026 on ridgehaven.org

Photos

Photos from Ridge Haven’s own website and materials.

Videos

Winter Camp at Ridge Haven 2020
Winter Retreat at Ridge Haven 2020
Sledding at Ridge Haven Winter Retreat 2022

Videos from the camp’s own website, played from YouTube or Vimeo.

Good fit for
  • Christian families seeking a faith-based traditional overnight camp
  • Children ages 8–18 who like active traditional camp activities and waterfront options
  • Families with children across age ranges, through all-ages family camp sessions
Worth knowing
  • Campers are technology-free, with parent updates through Waldo Photos and email
  • The deposit is nonrefundable, and there is no refund within 3 weeks of camp
  • Asthma and diabetes action plans are required three weeks before camp

Winter sessions and prices

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Winter Camp5 days · 6th – 12th graders · lowest weekly priceDec 28 – Jan 1$325$455Open
Plus fees: Camp store purchases (The Haven)Source: camp’s dates and rates

What it really costs

Tuition$325

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

Deposit and payments$100 minimum deposit; final payment due 3 weeks before camp Source
RefundsFull refund minus nonrefundable deposit if canceled at least 3 weeks before camp; no refund within 3 weeks Source
Financial aidNeed-based scholarships available; application on site Source
DiscountsEarly registration discounts; youth groups bringing own counselors receive $40 off per camper; group leader ratios Source
Extra feesCamp store purchases (The Haven) Source

Activities

Obstacle CourseGaga BallAngle BallArchery TagBattle BallJuggernautSoda ShoppeCampfiresKeyes Summit OverlookMud PitPool9 SquareSlip n' SlideBubble SoccerGame Room and Camp StoreClimbing TowerVolleyballPickleball

Camp life

Waterfront
Lake and pool; swimming, water slide, water bouncer, rope swing, jumping platform Source
Phones
Technology-free for campers; Wifi available for adult leaders Source
Staying in touch
Photos posted via Waldo Photos with weekly join code; parents emailed Source
Health care
Healthcare Coordinator on staff; volunteer RNs serve at summer camps Source
Food and allergies
Families can list medically diagnosed food allergies on the Additional Information Form Source
Staff ratio
1:8-10 (recommended) Source
Directors
Cameron Anderson (Executive Director); Hannah Hodge (Camp Director); Wallace Anderson (Cono Director) Source
Who runs it
Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) ministry Source
Faith
Christian (Presbyterian Church in America) Source

Getting there

Address
215 Ridge Haven Rd, Brevard, NC 28712 Source
Nearest airports
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL, 18 mi); Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP, 37 mi)
Phone
828-862-3916 Source
Charlotte107 mi
Atlanta139 mi
Raleigh233 mi
Charleston, South Carolina234 mi

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

In the news

Questions about Ridge Haven

How much does Ridge Haven cost in 2027?

2027 tuition at Ridge Haven runs from $325 (Winter Camp, 5 days). The lowest weekly price is $455. Extra fees: Camp store purchases (The Haven)

What ages does Ridge Haven take?

Ridge Haven takes campers from 8 to 18.

When are the 2027 sessions at Ridge Haven?

Winter Camp: Dec 28 to Jan 1.

Can campers bring phones?

Technology-free for campers; Wifi available for adult leaders

What is the refund policy?

Full refund minus nonrefundable deposit if canceled at least 3 weeks before camp; no refund within 3 weeks

Is financial aid available?

Need-based scholarships available; application on site

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