Give your Triangle-area child a summer of mountain adventure and growth! Camp Tekoa offers RTP families the perfect blend of outdoor exploration and character development in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.
A Mountain Escape from the Triangle
- Accessible Mountain Location: Just a 4-hour drive from the Triangle region to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains near Hendersonville, NC. Perfect for weekend preview visits and an ideal distance for a true camp experience.
- Digital Detox in Nature: Trading screens for streams, your child will experience:
- Problem-solving through adventure activities
- Real-world physics on our zipline courses
- Natural science exploration in mountain ecosystems
- Hands-on engineering challenges
- Leadership development through team activities
- Outdoor skills building
- Personal growth through supervised challenges
Programs Designed for Every Age
- Young Explorers:
- Mini Camp (Ages 7-9): Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday perfect for first-time overnight campers
- Elementary TKO (Ages 8-11): Full-week adventure with structured introduction to activities
- Middle School Discovery:
- Middle School TKO (Ages 11-14): Features off-site waterfall trips and shelter camping
- Adventure Camps (Ages 12-14): Specialized programs focusing on outdoor skills
- Teen Leadership & Adventure:
- High School TKO (Ages 14-17): Includes whitewater rafting and service projects
- Expedition Extreme (Ages 15-17): Two-week advanced adventure program
- Leadership development through specialized programs
Why Triangle Families Choose Camp Tekoa
- Research-Backed Benefits: Studies show our camp experience develops:
- Critical thinking skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Social-emotional growth
- Environmental awareness
- Leadership capabilities
- Faith development
- Independence and resilience
- Balanced Program Design:
- Structured skill development
- Free play and creativity
- Team building activities
- Individual growth opportunities
- Faith-based character development
Summer 2025 Program Features
- Nine weeks of programs from June through early August
- New "Quest" program combining adventure with experiential learning
- Traditional favorites like talent shows and evening campfires
- Weekly off-site expeditions
- Family-style cabin groups with professional staff
World-Class Facilities
- 3-acre lake for aquatic activities
- Professional zipline courses
- 40-foot climbing tower
- Extensive trail network
- Dining hall serving nutritious meals
- Safe, maintained equipment
Making Camp Accessible
- Multiple session options to fit academic schedules
- Financial assistance and scholarships available
- 2% Promise scholarship program
- Early registration recommended - spots fill quickly!
Easy Travel from the Triangle
- Direct route via I-40 and I-26
- Convenient Sunday check-in times
- Coordinated arrival and departure schedules
- Connect with other Triangle-area families
- Airport pickup available from Asheville Regional Airport
Opportunities for Triangle Teens
- Leaders in Training (LIT) program for rising high school seniors
- Summer staff positions ideal for university students
- Valuable experience for college applications
- Professional development opportunities
Start Your Mountain Adventure
View our 2025 Camp Guide Here!
Visit Before Summer
Many Triangle families combine a camp tour with a spring weekend in the mountains. Contact us about upcoming preview events and tours - we're perfect for a weekend getaway!
Camp Tekoa is accredited by the American Campers Association and has been transforming young lives through outdoor ministry since 1949. Join us for a summer of mountain adventures just a few hours from home!
