Camp John J. Barnhardt is a premier Boy Scouts of America residential camp located in the scenic Uwharrie Mountains of North Carolina, offering comprehensive programs for Scouts of all levels from rising 2nd graders through older teens. The camp features an impressive array of activities including water sports, shooting sports, climbing (with the highest tower in the area), archery, canoeing, mountain biking, ATVs, and merit badge instruction. All programs are led by highly trained staff who comCamp John J. Barnhardt is a premier Boy Scouts of America residential camp located in the scenic Uwharrie Mountains of North Carolina, offering comprehensive programs for Scouts of all levels from rising 2nd graders through older teens. The camp features an impressive array of activities including water sports, shooting sports, climbing (with the highest tower in the area), archery, canoeing, mountain biking, ATVs, and merit badge instruction. All programs are led by highly trained staff who complete extensive training specific to each age group, ensuring age-appropriate activities and instruction.
The camp operates multiple specialized programs throughout the year: the Scouts BSA/Venturing Summer Camp runs four one-week sessions in June-July 2026, allowing Scouts to earn 6-7 merit badges while participating in themed campwide activities and competitions. The Cub & Webelos Adventure Camp serves younger Scouts with modified activities, offering rising 2nd-3rd graders a three-night parent-attended experience and rising 4th-5th graders a full camp experience with Pack leadership. Additionally, the camp offers a Winter Camp experience in December for cold-weather camping enthusiasts and specialty programs like the Camp Master Program for advanced Scouts.
With a maximum capacity of 200 campers, the camp maintains low staff-to-camper ratios and capped activity sessions to ensure quality instruction and personal attention. The facility boasts modern amenities including a dining hall, chapel, swimming pool, campsites with shelters and private bathhouses, two lakes for boating and fishing, multiple shooting ranges, a low ropes COPE course, and handicraft facilities. All programs require BSA membership and include comprehensive health and safety protocols.
Activities
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7-18 years (rising 2nd graders through Scouts BSA)
Cost:
$435 per youth (includes t-shirt and patch); $100 per adult leader. Payment plan available with installments due February 1, April 15, and May 15, 2025. Late fees apply if not paid in full by May 15.
Location:
44184 Cannon Rd, New London, NC 28127
Schedule:
Year-round programs: Scouts BSA/Venturing Summer Camp – four one-week sessions June 14-July 11, 2026 (Week 1: June 14-20; Week 2: June 21-27; Week 3: June 28-July 4; Week 4: July 5-11). Cub & Webelos Adventure Camp – summer sessions. Winter Camp – December 27-30 (8th annual). Registration opens with $150 deposit due by February 1, 2025; merit badge registration opens February 8, 2025.
