Bravo Nantahala Adventure Camp

OvernightNature & outdoorsSpecial needs

Campers hike, raft the Nantahala River, climb, swim and complete a zipline canopy tour. This four-night outdoor adventure camp serves youth with blindness or low vision.

Website Registration page

Registration

Opened Feb 1 last year

Last year it opened Feb 1, 2026“Registration opens on February 1 and closes on May 1, 2026, or sooner if the camp slots fill up.” · blueridgebravo.org

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Details

Who: Rising 9th–12th grade
Season: Jul 12 – Jul 162026
Price: Free (Minimum tuition, depending on ability to pay)2026
Price: $1,500 (Maximum tuition, depending on ability to pay)2026

Where

Wildwater Nantahala Group Lodge
10345 Highway 19 South/74 West, Bryson City, NC
~80 min drive from downtown (from town)Map

Good to know

In the camp’s own words.

Financial aid: Yes. “No camper will be turned away due to lack of funds.”
Special needs: Yes. “Bravo Adventure Camp is open to rising 9-12th graders who are blind or visually impaired.”
Lunch: Yes. “Food will be provided by our outfitters, with cafeteria-style service and an on-site dining room.”
Transportation: Case by case. “We ask families to meet us at camp if possible; if not, give me a ring and we’ll see what we can work out.”

Sources

Checked Oct 29, 2026.

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