About This Camp

Camp Canaan is a premier Christian summer camp located on a unique 100-acre private island in the Catawba River near Rock Hill, South Carolina, just 25 minutes south of Charlotte, NC. The camp’s mission is to provide specialized outdoor experiences that encourage spiritual growth and deeper relationships with Christ and others through a diverse range of summer camps, retreats, and adventure programs. With programs designed for children ages 5-16, Camp Canaan offers something for every age and in

Special Features

  • Located on 100-acre private island in Catawba River
  • Christian faith-based programming
  • Age-segregated programs for optimal peer interaction
  • Detailed packing lists provided for each program type
  • All items must be labeled
  • All medications registered with camp nurse
  • Electronics, weapons, cash, and gum prohibited
  • Cell phones collected for CIT/AC programs and TLC
  • Themed weekly sessions for day camps
  • Multiple session options throughout summer
  • Winter retreat program available

Activities

KayakingHigh Ropes CourseArchery TagClimbingDisc GolfZiplinesTeam BuildingBazooka BallLake & Pool activitiesThemed activitiesEvening devotionsInside Out Time (IOT) Devotions

Parent Considerations

  • Strict electronics policy – cell phones collected for certain programs
  • Detailed packing requirements with mandatory item labeling
  • All medications must be registered with camp nurse
  • Prohibited items include weapons, cash, and gum
  • Christian/faith-based environment (Bible required for overnight campers)
  • 8-day overnight program duration for most overnight camps
  • Multiple weekly session options available
  • Clear special requirements and restrictions communicated upfront
  • Counselor ratios not specified in available data
  • Requires athletic clothing and swimsuit for all programs