GIRLS SUMMER CAMP IN NC
Every girl deserves a place to grow and thrive
At Camp Highlander, we offer a haven where girls are cherished and welcomed from their first step onto our mountain. Within our cabin groups, guided by dedicated female counselors who exemplify our core values, each camper becomes part of a supportive sisterhood that fosters courage, kindness, and genuine character.
We believe courage extends beyond conquering the Crow’s Nest, horseback riding, or paddling across the lake. We celebrate each girl’s journey as she perseveres through challenges, discovers hidden talents, and builds confidence by stepping beyond her comfort zone in our nurturing environment. Through these experiences, Camp Highlander helps young women develop strength of character, recognize their worth, make meaningful contributions to our camp community, and emerge as young women of principle.
We build young women of courage, honesty, and integrity.
HEY GIRLS, THIS IS FOR YOU!
Imagine waking up to mountain mist rising over the Blue Ridge Mountains, your cabin already buzzing with excitement about today’s adventure – will you conquer the Crow’s Nest, create something amazing in arts and crafts, or fly off the Blob into crystal clear water with your new best friends cheering you on?
At Camp Highlander, YOU choose your path, surrounded by friends who see the best in you — and awesome counselors who can’t wait to help you discover just how amazing you really are.
No phones. No pressure. No pretending. Just real friendships, incredible adventures, and the freedom to be the courageous, talented girl you were created to be. Don’t just dream about your best summer yet – come live it with us!
The Best Girls Camp in North Carolina
Our cabin unit intentionally fosters an environment of sisterhood. Ten girls and two counselors find acceptance and belonging without having to prove themselves, or fit a certain mold, or meet a list of superficial qualifications. Each girl is valued, loved and accepted into this sisterhood from day one of camp.
At Camp Highlander, we help girls develop the strength to live with courage and integrity in all they do.
Summer Camp Games & Activities for Girls
The last thing a girl wants from summer camp is a one-size-fits-all experience—because no two girls are the same, and no two journeys of growth should be either. At our camp, each girl is surrounded by friends, fun, and the freedom to explore her unique strengths and passions.
From sports and fine arts to outdoor adventures and late-night cabin laughter, camp is filled with joyful moments and meaningful connections. Guided by caring, inspiring counselors she can look up to, your daughter will build confidence, discover new talents, and experience the kind of personal growth that stays with her long after summer ends.
EXPLORE SUMMER CAMP ACTIVITIES
Explore ActivitiesThe Advantages of Sleepaway Summer Camps for Girls
There’s simply no way to overstate the benefits of sleepaway summer camp for girls.
Independence and Self-Reliance
Girls who attend summer camps learn the value of stepping out of their comfort zone and into a camp experience that’s designed to help them make friends, have fun, and connect with girls from all walks of life. Away from the familiar surroundings of home and the watchful eye of Mom and Dad, they develop an amazing sense of self that will serve them long beyond their time as a camper.
Social Skills and Lifetime Friendships
Our girls overnight summer camp is a communal experience that gives campers the opportunity to talk and connect with other campers and build lasting friendships. They’ll learn to cooperate with others, navigate team dynamics, and resolve conflict. The girls who attend summer camps with us year after year come back because of the fun they have - but also because of the friendships they build.
Exploring New Skill and Interests
Our summer girls camp in North Carolina is the perfect opportunity to try new things! Whether it’s discovering a new hobby or bonding with teammates during a challenging activity, our goal is to empower the young women by helping them explore everything our camp has to offer!
Kayaking to Woodworking: A Girl’s Day at Summer Camp
From the moment a camper steps onto our picturesque grounds, she’s found her home away from home. Our counselors are extensively trained and extremely helpful, ready to guide girls through a summer they’ll remember forever. Our wide range of activities is one of the reasons we’re the best summer camp for girls in North Carolina!
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES IN THE NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS
At Camp Highlander, girls are encouraged to embrace the great outdoors and are able to explore the breathtaking natural beauty that Western North Carolina has to offer. Whether they’re learning outdoor survival skills, taking a nature hike to the lake, or simply stargazing with her cabin mates after evening programs, our girls soak in the natural beauty that surrounds them at our summer camp for girls empowerment.
DISCOVERING TALENTS FROM SPORTS TO ARTS
Every day at Camp Highlander gives girls a new opportunity to discover or dive deeper into a talent. Whether it’s facing her fear and scaling the rock climbing wall, creating a beautiful necklace during crafting time, making a pizza from scratch in our outdoor pizza oven, or heading out to the three-story high challenge course, the Crow’s Nest with her cabin mates and counselor, there’s something for every interest. The camp’s age-specific activities make sure your daughter has just the right balance of fun and challenge.
MAKING A SPLASH AT THE WATERFRONT
There’s nothing more fun than the waterfront at camp. Girls are able to swim, kayak, and slide to their heart’s content on our private lake. They can try our water slides, swim in natural swimming holes, or just relax by the water. Our staff keep a close watch on everyone’s safety and all campers wear life jackets full time in the water, so if you’re feeling particularly bold, try out the water slides and Blob launch! If girls need a little help in the water, camp counselors are always on hand to help build water confidence.
What Makes Camp Highlander Different from Traditional Overnight Summer Camp for Girls?
At Camp Highlander, we deeply believe in nurturing young girls to grow into the strong and confident individuals they’re created to be. Our programming focuses on building confidence, resilience, and character skills rooted in the timeless principles of courage, honesty, integrity, and fatih. We foster an environment where girls can take healthy risks, learn from mistakes, and grow in their relationships with one another. Girls leave with a strong sense of identity and a shared bond of sisterhood after their time here.
ADVENTURE AWAITS
Camp Highlander offers incredible outdoor adventures set in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Girls can go hiking, zip lining, horseback riding, climbing, kayaking and more during their stay. One highlight is the overnight camping trip where girls experience the beauty and wonder of the outdoors up close!
Connecting with nature helps build confidence and self-reliance in our campers while deepening their confidence in themselves. Our skilled instructors guide experiences that challenge girls to step outside their comfort zones in a safe, supportive way. Learning outdoor skills empowers girls to appreciate the world around them and discover their inner strength.
NORTH CAROLINA SUMMER CAMP FOR GIRLS OF ALL AGES
Whether you’re searching for the perfect first summer experience for elementary school-aged girls or the best overnight summer camp for teen girls, Camp Highlander offers age-specific programming that meets each girl where she is at. We’re a piece of the puzzle of growing up, and we exist to help campers discover who they were created to be!
Age Specific ProgrammingQuestions about Sleepaway Camp?
We’re including some answers to popular questions about girls’ sleepaway camp in North Carolina, but you can find even more questions and answers here.
HOW CAN PARENTS CONTACT CAMPERS?
Campanion keeps you connected to your child’s summer camp experience! Through the app you will receive fun photos of your camper and be able to write emails to your camper. We also upload handwritten messages from your camper! We’ve got more information on this page about how you can stay connected to your child while she’s with us at camp.
WHAT SUMMER CAMP SUPPLIES FOR GIRLS SHOULD I PACK?
We’ve compiled handy packing lists here! You can find exactly what you need based on camp session and duration.