2025 Chattanooga Summer Camp Guide

Wilderwood Summer Camp

Wilderwood Camps Chattanooga

Location: Pickup and drop off locations vary, check website for details

Email: [email protected] Phone: (423) 290-4552

Wilderwood offers incredible educational summer adventure camps for kids ages 3-5, ages 6-8, ages 9-12 and ages 13-15. Wilderwood is dedicated to giving every child a summer full of fun opportunities through our LittleWilder Camps, Guild Program, community service opportunities, and our legendary Quest Camp. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind adventure program for summer 2025 where kids can just be kids, you’ve found the right summer camp. With hands-on learning and exploring, a 2025 summer camp at Wilderwood is an experience you won’t wanna miss… and will never forget.

Summer camp programming runs Mondays through Fridays from 9:00AM to 2:00PM, with our Extended Camp program starting as early as 7:00AM and ending as late as 6:00PM. Summer camps start May 26th and run until August 22nd. YES we do offer camp on July 4th and Memorial Day. We hope you join our adventures for lots of fun this summer! For more information including dates, prices, and how to register, visit Wilderwood Camps website.

2025 Summer Camps

PRICING: $219 per camper per camp

Wilderness Camp | May 26th – May 30th, Space Camp | June 2nd – 6th, Escape Room/ Spy Camp| June 9th – 13th, Bounce and Jump Camp | June 16th – 20th , Knights and Princesses Camp | June 23rd- 27th, 

Good Ole Summer Days | June 30th- July 4th, Wilderwood Olympics | July 7th- 11th, Science and Experiments Camp | July 14th- 18th, Art Camp | July 21st- 25th, Engineering Camp | July 28th– August 1st,

Wilderwood’s Got Talent | August 4th – 8th, Splish Splash Water Week  | August 11th- 15th, Storybook Camp| August 18th- 22nd

With our Extended Camp program, you are able to drop off your child any time between 7:00AM and the start of Camp at 9:00AM, as well as pick your kid up any time from the end of Camp at 2:00PM until 6:00PM. SUMMER CAMPS: $219 per camper per camp EXTENDED CAMP: $15 per day per camper.

Tennessee Aquarium

TN Aquarium Summer Camp

Location: One Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN

Dive in for a summer of fun at the Tennessee Aquarium! Join us as we explore the world around us through hands-on exploration, animal encounters, tours, crafts, and so much more. Aqua camp offers a variety of camp themes for campers 4-16 years old. Registration opens for Aquarium Members on January 29 and opens February 3 for non-members. Aquarium Camp Scholarship Applications are open now! Please check our website for more information.

Our General and Pre-K camps are built for campers between the ages of 4-12 years old. The youngest of our campers stay on campus all day while our older campers may go on walking field trips to nearby locations. Specialty camps are structured for campers between the ages of 8-16 depending on the theme. All specialty camps will take at least 2 field trips by bus to outdoor locations to discover nature.

Please visit Educate · Tennessee Aquarium (tnaqua.org) for camp details, prices, and online registration.

Contact information:
[email protected] / 423-785-4093

Girls Preparatory School

Summer Camps at GPS

Location: 205 Island Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37405

Email: [email protected]

Boys | Girls: Both (but more for girls)
Ages: 3*-17 (*must be potty trained)
Programs: Day camps, sports clinics and camps, academic/enrichment camps, STEM camps, and arts/music camps

Cost: $250 and up

SUMMER AT GPS!

From the moment your camper arrives on our campus, she’ll feel right at home in a welcoming environment full of adventure and FUN! While she’s playing get-to-know-you games with her campmates, you can rest assured that her days of learning new things, touring the town, dancing, and swimming (just to name a few!) will leave her joyful—and probably a little tired! Fueled by delicious snacks and lunches, our campers enjoy action-packed days before heading home with huge smiles and full hearts, excited for another day of fun.

Of course fun is on the docket at GPS Summer Camp, but what sets us apart are the relationships formed between campers and counselors. Our counselors, many of whom attended GPS Summer Camp as kids themselves, are invested in your daughter’s development during her time on campus. As current GPS students and alumnae, they appreciate the value of girl-to-girl connections and work to provide big-sister moments all summer long. So many of our counselors return year after year and see their campers grow up!

We know schedules can be challenging to navigate at times. To make it simple to plan your daughter’s camp adventures, we offer both half-day and full-day camps, as well as before- and aftercare options, to give you flexibility as you plan your summer.

Camp Lookout

Camp Lookout Summer Camp

Location: 3130 Highway 157, Rising Fawn, GA

What if the best week of your child’s summer also brought out the best in them? At Camp Lookout, we’ve been helping kids and youth grow into who they are meant to be since 1959. Whether at the chapel or in the creek, 30 feet in the air or around the dinner table, our focus is on faith, friendships, and fun.

Join us for one of our week-long or half-week overnight experiences for 1st-12th graders, with activity options including archery, caving, crafts, high ropes, horseback riding, kayaking, swimming, and much more. For a limited time, the first 400 campers save $75 with code FIRST400. Visit camplookout.com to register and give your child the best week of their summer!

Who: boys and girls, rising grades 1-12

When: multiple 3-day & 5-day options from June 2nd – July 25th

Where: ~20 minutes from Chattanooga on Lookout Mountain

Cost: 3-day options from $320, 5-day options from $625 (save $75 using code “FIRST400” – some sessions eligible for additional discounts)

Learn more about scholarships and discount options, explore programs, and register today at camplookout.com!

Chattanooga Zoo

Chattanooga Zoo Summer CampLocation: Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave Chattanooga, TN 37404

Rising 1st-12th graders will meet wildlife from around the globe at Zoo Camp! With specific programs tailored to each age group, campers will enjoy up-close animal encounters, educational experiences with zookeepers, scientific discoveries, fun games and new best friends of all different species!

Rising 1st-5th graders will become Junior Zookeepers of the World! Each week of camp focuses on animals from different continents, so campers can sign up for multiple sessions to enjoy entirely different experiences!

Rising 6th-12th graders learn alongside Zoo staff with Animal Care 101 and Conservation Action 101! Middle and high schoolers will explore animal husbandry, feeding, training, enrichment and more while developing an appreciation for conservation.

Summer Camp sessions run from June 2 to August 1! Camp is $300 per week for Zoo members and $350 for non-members. Limited scholarship opportunities are available.

Please visit https://www.chattzoo.org/education/camps to register! Don’t delay – spots fill up quickly!

Young Explorers Society

Young Explorers SocietyLocation: Chattanooga, TN 

Phone: (423) 284-2868

Give your child summer adventures with our staff of local experts! The Young Explorers Society’s mission is to inspire and enable kids and their families to enjoy creation together, and we believe that experiencing wonder, building friendships, cultivating character, and stewarding places are the best reasons to pursue adventure! We leverage expertise from our year-round homeschool program to offer epic multi-sport and single-sport summer day camps for rising 2nd-9th grade students. Multi-sport camps provide a sampler of age-appropriate skill instruction in canoeing or kayaking (depending on age group), rock climbing, rappelling, creek exploring, and Leave No Trace principles. Single-sport Rock Climbing and Whitewater Canoeing camps go deeper into those specific skill sets. Activities take place at a wide variety of incredible locations around Chattanooga, with transportation and all sport-specific gear provided. Come join the Young Explorers Society!

UTC Campus Recreation - Mocs Adventure Camp

Mocs Adventure Summer CampLocation: UTC Aquatic and Recreation Center
601 East 5th Street 

Phone: 423-425-4213

Email: [email protected]

Join the Adventure – Mocs Adventure Camp Registration is Now Open!

Looking for an action-packed summer experience for your child? Mocs Adventure Camp at UTC offers an exciting mix of outdoor adventures, team-building activities, and fun-filled games designed to keep kids active and engaged! Our experienced staff creates a safe and supportive environment where campers can develop new skills, build friendships, and make lifelong memories. With activities ranging from swimming and sports to arts and exploration, there’s something for everyone! Spots are limited, so don’t wait—secure your child’s spot today! Register Now and give them a summer they’ll never forget!

Camp Maranatha

Camp MaranathaLocation: 1091 Jeffery Rd Scottsboro, AL 35769

Phone: (256)-574-4539

Camp Maranatha is an independent Christian Summer Camp located on beautiful lake Guntersville in Scottsboro, AL. Locally owned and operated for more than 50 years, Maranatha offers a variety of amazing programs for children ranging from K-12 with age-focused Day Camp, Overnight sleep-away Camp, Adventure Camp, and Leadership Training opportunities. Your camper will enjoy confidence-building activities like canoeing, kayaking, crafts, high-ropes, games, and other fun overseen by our certified staff, and our convenient busses will handle daycamper pickup and return trips from Huntsville and Madison! Book your child’s summer adventure today!

 

Girl Scout Summer Camp

Girls Scouts Summer Camp

Location: 123 Dark Hollow Rd North Andersonville, TN 37706

There’s more to Girl Scouts than just cookies! Since 1912, Girl Scouts has been a driving force in introducing girls to the outdoors; our Girl Scout Summer Overnight and Day Camps are a continuation of this strong tradition. Camp is where girls can be themselves, try new things, pick up some skills, make new friends, and discover what’s so great about the “great outdoors”!

For Summer 2025, we are offering five different ways for girls to get up, get out, and get to camp: Overnight Camp and Day Camp at Camp Tanasi in Andersonville, Shero’s Journey Day Camp at Camp Wildwood in Johnson City, Camp Iris Day Camp in Chattanooga, and Camp Kiwanis Day Camp in Knoxville. We offer programming for rising 1st-12th graders; see individual camp programs for the age range accepted.

Home of our Overnight summer programming, Camp Tanasi is located on Norris Lake with 461 acres of wooded property, cabins, and tents. Programs and activities are offered all across our camp property, including the climbing tower, swimming pool, archery range, Norris Lake waterfront, craft cabin, dining hall, and amphitheater. PLUS, Tanasi is accredited by the American Camp Association!

 

St. Peter's Episcopal School Camp Twister

Camp TwisterLocation: 848 Ashland Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37415

Phone: (423) 870-1794

Get ready for the ultimate summer blast with Camp Twister! Dive into 8 weeks of non-stop fun at St. Peter’s School, where each week is a new adventure packed with excitement and enrichment.

Join us in a whirlwind of activities that go beyond the ordinary – make friends, unleash your creativity, and embark on thrilling themed camps that will leave you buzzing with joy! Our team of super-friendly and super-energetic counselors is here to make sure you have a blast, providing personalized interactions and support every step of the way.

From Monday to Friday (except July 28-30), immerse yourself in the summer vibes from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with extended care available until 5:30 PM for those who just can’t get enough. Camp Twister is open to kids aged 3 to 11, with two special camps tailored for the awesome 3rd-5th graders. Click here to find out more or scan the QR code.

Don’t miss out on the summer extravaganza – let the good times roll at Camp Twister!

For more information including dates, pricing, and how to register, visit our website at www.saintpetersschool.net.

St. Nicholas School

St. Nicholas Summer Camp GuideLocation: 7525 Min Tom Drive Chattanooga, TN 

Phone Number: Camp office: 423.894.6485 –  School office: 423.899.1999

Camp director: Kevin Leckenby: [email protected]

Camps run M-F from 7am to 6pm May 27-July 25
ONLINE REGISTRATION!
Boys | Girls: both
Ages: 3–12 (Day and Enrichment Camp)
Ages: 13–15 (Junior Counselor)

Phone Number: Camp office: 423.894.6485 –  School office: 423.899.1999

Cost: See website, sibling discounts available.

The St. Nicholas Summer Camp is offered for kids ages 3-15. You don’t have to be a St. Nicholas student to join us! Our campus includes acres of green outdoor space, an outdoor pool, trails, gymnasium, and five playground areas. Activities include art, music, sports, games, and lots of outdoor fun. Campers make take-home treasures in arts and crafts classes.

Dayplayers Summer Camp

Dayplayers Summer CampLocation: First Cumberland Presbyterian Church
1505 North Moore Road
Chattanooga, TN 37411

Phone Number: 423-698-2556

Established in 1958, Dayplayers Summer Camp is an affordable, outdoor, device-free, Christian environment for your school-aged child.  Daily chapel and weekly character trait activities provide children with the opportunity for personal and spiritual development throughout the summer.  In addition, we offer daily swimming in our on-site Olympic-size pool, outdoor games under our covered pavilion, and on the grounds which include a ball field and 8 tennis courts.  We also offer participation in a summer musical experience for interested campers.  Experience summer the way it should be… Experience Dayplayers!

Creative Discovery Museum

Creative Discovery MuseumLocation: Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402

Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with adventure, creativity, and discovery at Creative Discovery Museum! Our camps offer developmentally appropriate activities designed to spark curiosity and build social skills through hands-on exploration. Preschool campers (ages 4-5) enjoy half-day themed adventures, while lower (1st-2nd grade) and upper grade (3rd-5th grade) campers dive into full-day experiences that foster creativity and teamwork. From time travel and space exploration to building fairy tale worlds and solving mysteries, each camp is packed with engaging challenges and imaginative play. Plus, Friends’ Discovery Camp provides an inclusive environment where campers of all abilities can create lasting friendships. With exciting themes, caring staff, and plenty of Museum time, summer at CDM is all about learning through play and making memories that last a lifetime!

Dates & Themes:

Pre-K

  • June 2-6: Fairy Tale Builders
    June 16-20: Superhero Academy
    July 7-11: Sensory Science
    July 21-25: Pirates on the High Seas

Lower Grades

  • June 9-13: Time Travelers’ Quest
    July 7-11: Story Expedition
    June 23-27: NASA Discovery Camp
    July 14-18: Boom! Pop! Science
    July 28-August 1: Masterpieces in the Making

Upper Grades

  • June 16-20: Game Masters
    June 23-27: Dragons, Legends, and Kingdoms
    July 21-25: Case Closed
    July 28-August 1: Mission: Space Exploration

Friends’ Discovery Camp

  • June 2-6: Rising 1st-2nd Graders
    June 9-13: Rising 3rd-5th Graders
    July 14-18: Rising 6th-8th Graders

Camp Woodmont

Camp WoodmontLocation: 381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA 30731 on Lookout Mountain

Imagine a Home Away from Home where your child feels secure, welcome and re-assured!  That’s Camp Woodmont! Located ½ hour SOUTH of Chattanooga, Camp Woodmont is a small, traditional, overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6 – 15. It features horseback riding, high-ropes courses, climbing, sports, dance, drama, crafts, canoeing, archery, swimming, fishing, ultimate Frisbee, disc golf, & more by carefully-chosen, dedicated staff!  Accreditation by the American Camp Association (ACA) and two generations of family management/ownership (70+ years combined experience) gives campers a highly supervised program. Counselors are college-age and live in the cabins with the campers.  Staff to camper ratio averages 1:5. Enrollment averages around 85 campers per week.

Dates:  June 1 – July 25, 2025
Ages:  6 – 15
Price:  $1500 for 1 week to $2300 for 2 weeks

Camp Juliette LowCamp Juliette Low Georgia

Location: Cloudland, GA on Lookout Mt. | 321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, GA 30731

Website – cjl.org
Dates – June 1, 2025 – July 27, 2025

Camp Juliette Low (CJL) is a private, residential summer camp for girls, located on Lookout Mountain in Cloudland, Georgia. CJL celebrates outdoor living and recreation through fun and challenging programs like archery, horseback riding, canoeing, ropes course, climbing wall, camp-outs, fire building, outdoor cooking, hiking and backpacking. CJL campers live in 4-person platform tents, where they can enjoy the outdoors, grow in confidence, develop independence, and form life-long friendships. One-week, two-week and mini-sessions are available throughout the summer for girls ages 8-15. Sessions fill quickly, so register soon!

Privateer Sail Camp

Location: Privateer Yacht Club, 4713 Privateer Rd, Hixson TN 

Phone: 423-718-3704

Website

June 2nd -July 25. Monday-Friday 8:45-4:00. (No camp June 30-July 4)

Students are taught to sail in boats ranging in size from 8 to 13 feet. The main emphasis of the camp is fun and safety. Campers will learn to speak the language of sailing, how to rig their own boat, use the wind to sail in any direction, how to right the boat when it tips over, then put away the boat at day’s end. While on shore, campers meet new friends while being taught care of their boat, the rules of safe boating, how to tie useful knots, they will do some swimming, paddling, hiking, and much more. Learning to sail their boat across the lake and safely returning to shore gives your child increased self-esteem and confidence in their abilities, many campers return year after year.

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