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Nestled in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke offers an incredibly diverse summer camp scene that perfectly blends outdoor adventure with enriching educational experiences. The city's unique location makes it a natural hub for outdoor programs, with standouts like Camp Roanoke and Explore Park offering everything from rock climbing to environmental science. While nature-focused activities are a major draw, what really sets Roanoke's camp landscape apart is its rich mix of options - from Mill Mountain Theatre's engaging performing arts programs to innovative STEM camps at local recreation centers.
Parents can find camps for every interest and age group, with most programs falling under $200 per week, making them surprisingly affordable compared to other cities. Whether your child wants to learn wilderness skills at James River Adventures or dive into theatrical productions at Mill Mountain, Roanoke's summer camps provide that perfect blend of fun and learning in a beautiful mountain setting.
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The average summer camp costs $195. We found that 177 camps cost under $200, 86 camps are between $201-$400, and 14 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Performing Arts. Variety camps make up 34% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 69 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 85 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 117 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 56 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 569 sessions, Full-Day camps have 180 sessions, Half-Day camps have 167 sessions.
Yes! 9 camps (2% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, February. The average camp session runs for 31 days.