Camp Lakey Gap

OvernightSpecial needsNature & outdoors

Residential camp for autistic campers with visually structured activities and individualized staff support. Activities include arts and crafts, hiking, creek games, swimming, music, and canoeing.

Website Registration page

Registration

2027 dates posted; registration date not posted yet

Opened Jan 1 last year

Last year it opened Jan 1, 2026“Registration for 2026 opens in January!” · camplakeygap.org

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Details

Who: Ages 4–17
Season: Jun 14. Weeks of June 14, 21, and 28 - Camp Lakey Gap for participants with autism
Price: $2,400/week2026
Price: $2,200/week (2nd camper in family)2026

Where

Christmount
222 Fern Way, Black Mountain, NC
About 25 min drive from downtownMap

Good to know

In the camp’s own words.

Financial aid: Yes. “Scholarships are available on a limited basis and are need-based.”
Special needs: Yes. “We provide 1:1 or 1:2 support for all campers to help make the transition to camp easier and to meet each camper where they are.”

Sources

Checked Oct 29, 2026.

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