Nature Camps in Raleigh, NC

72-acre faith-based outdoor camp with adventure activities, swimming, and overnight programs.

Science-focused camps at Raleigh's downtown Natural Sciences museum. Field investigations and hands-on labs.

Dance, art, theater, and nature-integrated camps in Raleigh. June 15–August 14.

Equestrian camp introducing riders to whole-horse care including special needs campers

Horseback riding camp days at Dead Broke Farm for all skill levels

Therapeutic horseback riding camp for ages 7-12 including adaptive options

Dairy farm camp experience at NC State University facility

Garden-based camps loved by Triangle families with insects

Nature-focused preschool summer camp in Raleigh

Horseback riding for beginner to advanced beginner riders

No-experience-needed livestock science overnight camp for teens

Nature-based summer camp at the JC Raulston Arboretum where kids explore plants, gardens, and the natural world through hands-on activities.

Learn by Doing 4-H program developing leadership and productive life skills

Hands-on life sciences camps through NC State's CALS programs, exploring biology, agriculture, and natural systems for youth through high school.

Traditional 4-H camp with canoeing archery horseback riding swimming climbing and team challenges

High-adventure teen camp combining gym climbing with outdoor field trips including hiking, paddling, and kayaking across the Triangle.

Themed weekly museum camp using natural materials for art exploration; full-day $360/wk non-members, half-day $195/wk for ages 3-4.

Outdoor nature exploration camp discovering birds, plants, and trees through hands-on activities at and around the museum.

Small-group wildlife camp at the Pittsboro sanctuary (14 campers max) — daily animal visits, wildcat veterinary skills, and wildlife biology practice ($350+/wk).

3-day project-based conservation camp for high schoolers at the Carolina Tiger Rescue wildlife sanctuary in Pittsboro.

Specialized science camps (June 22-July 31) covering mammalogy, paleontology, ornithology, City Scientist, and climate resilience for rising K-12.

9-week outdoor adventure day camp with sports, teambuilding, ATV rides, and reptile science; full-day $349/wk, half-day $249/wk.

Outdoor adventure camp at TreeRunner's North Raleigh aerial park (at the JCC campus) building confidence through ziplines, climbing, and small-group friendships.