Crowders Ridge Camp is a faith-based summer camp located at the base of Crowders Mountain near Charlotte, NC, offering action-packed programs for children from kindergarten through 6th grade. The camp features multiple program options including traditional day camps (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm) and a new overnight sleepover experience for rising 3rd-6th graders with cozy cabin lodging and evening activities. All programs emphasize a secure, safe environment with trained and certified leaders (CPR, FCrowders Ridge Camp is a faith-based summer camp located at the base of Crowders Mountain near Charlotte, NC, offering action-packed programs for children from kindergarten through 6th grade. The camp features multiple program options including traditional day camps (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm) and a new overnight sleepover experience for rising 3rd-6th graders with cozy cabin lodging and evening activities. All programs emphasize a secure, safe environment with trained and certified leaders (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding certified), combining outdoor adventure with faith-based discipleship and team-building activities.
The camp offers an impressive array of activities across its 57-acre property and partner locations, including archery, waterfront and pool activities, aerial park adventures, zipline courses, gem mining, horseback riding, arts and crafts, and recreational games. Beyond outdoor activities, the camp incorporates services, quiet times, team building exercises, and discipleship components to create a well-rounded experience. The 2025 season features a creative retro video game theme integrated with faith messaging, making the camp experience both fun and spiritually enriching.
In addition to summer day and sleepover camps, Crowders Ridge Camp also offers specialized programs including Kindergarten Camp for younger learners, Student and Kids Conferences/Retreats, and Camp Days sessions running January-April. Scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis, and sibling discounts of $35 off are provided for second and subsequent siblings registered at the same time, making the camp accessible to families of various sizes and financial situations.
Key Highlights
Action-packed week with 13+ different activities including zipline, aerial park, and horseback riding
Faith-based camp with trained certified leaders in a secure, safe environment
Flexible options: day camp, sleepover camp, and year-round conference programs for K-6th grade
Affordable pricing with scholarships and sibling discounts available
Special Features
Faith-based programming with discipleship focus
57-acre property at base of Crowders Mountain
Trained and certified staff (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding)
New sleepover camp option with cabin lodging for 3rd-6th graders
Multiple activity locations with transportation provided
Horseback riding at partner ranch (Bit of Hope Ranch)
2025 retro video game theme integrated with faith
Camp Store available (cash $2-4 items)
Scholarships available
Sibling discounts offered
Activities
Rec GamesArcheryArchery TagWaterfront and Pool activitiesAerial ParkXtreme ZiplineGem MiningArts and CraftsFoam ChutesHorseback RidingServices/Quiet TimesTeam BuildingDiscipleship
$349 per camper for Day Camp, $399 per camper for Sleepover Camp. Sibling discount: $35 off second and subsequent siblings. Scholarships available on case-by-case basis.
Location:
130 Camp Rotary Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052
Schedule:
June-August for summer camps (weekly Monday-Friday sessions, 8:00am drop-off, 5:00pm pick-up); January-April for Camp Days; year-round conference/retreat programs available