About This Camp

Camp LUCK is a unique specialty medical camp designed exclusively for children with congenital heart disease and their families. Located at the beautiful Camp Cherokee within Kings Mountain State Park’s 7,000 acres, this medically supervised camp provides a safe and supportive environment where heart kids can experience traditional camp activities alongside peers who understand their journey. The camp’s mission is to help every camper reach their potential by building self-esteem, friendships, a

Key Highlights

  • Only camp specifically designed for children with congenital heart disease
  • All programs are free with medical supervision provided
  • Beautiful 7,000-acre state park setting with comprehensive outdoor activities

Special Features

  • Medically supervised environment specifically for children with congenital heart disease
  • Requires patients to be from specific partner medical centers and have undergone open heart surgery
  • Siblings aged 7-14 can attend with heart kids
  • Located in 7,000-acre Kings Mountain State Park
  • Leadership training programs available
  • Lottery-based registration system for popular programs
  • Full weekend commitment required for residential programs

Activities

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