Camp Ton-A-Wandah
A traditional summer camp for girls in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, offering sessions from one to...
▌ Editor's read Camp Ton-A-Wandah is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid through 2025, as stated on their website's 'About Us' page. The camp has a long history, operating for over 90 years, founded by Mrs. G.L. Green. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is clearly listed on their 'Dates & Rates' page. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, as found in their 'Staff' section. Their social media presence includes an active Instagram (@camptonawandah) and Facebook (@camptonawandah) account. The camp's website provides detailed information about their programs and history, indicating a well-established and transparent operation.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1936 (90 years)
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–16
- Address: 200 W Ton-A-Wandah Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28739, USA
- Phone: 828-692-7728
- Email: info@camptonawandah.com
- Cost notes: One week sessions cost $2,350.
9 sessions (3 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Aug 7.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- One Week - Session 1 Jun 7 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,350
- Two Week - Session 1 Jun 7 – 20, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
- Three Week - Session 1 Jun 7 – 26, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,050
- One Week - Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 5, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,350
- Two Week - Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
- Three Week - Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 17, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,050
- One Week - Session 3 Jul 19 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,350
- Two Week - Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
- Three Week - Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 7, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,050
↗ What parents like
- Girls-only camp
- Long-standing tradition since 1933
- Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains
↘ Watch for
- Some sessions have waitlists
- Deposit is non-refundable after Feb 1st
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Ton-A-Wandah
- What ages does Camp Ton-A-Wandah accept?
- Camp Ton-A-Wandah is open to children ages 6–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Ton-A-Wandah cost?
- Camp Ton-A-Wandah publishes $2,350/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Ton-A-Wandah accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ton-A-Wandah is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Does Camp Ton-A-Wandah provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Ton-A-Wandah includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does Camp Ton-A-Wandah compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville?
- Camp Ton-A-Wandah is one of 19 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hendersonville that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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