Camp Grimes Summer Camp

OvernightNature & outdoorsSportsSTEMArts

Scouts practice outdoor living skills and work on merit badges. Activities include boating, swimming, fishing, climbing, range and target activities, and crafts.

Website

Registration

2027 registration open

“April 14, 2027 — Campership Applications Due. Camperships are for Mecklenburg County Council Scouts only.”
Apr 14, 2027 · mycampgrimes.org

Availability: Open“We are now accepting reservations for the 2027 Summer Camp season!”

Details

Who: Ages not stated
Season: Jun 13 – Jul 10
Price: $475/week (in-council and out-of-council Scouts)
Price: $460/week (early)

Weeks and sessions

As the camp lists them. A blank means the camp’s general details apply.

Week / theme	Dates
Week 1	Jun 13 – Jun 19
Week 2	Jun 20 – Jun 26
Week 3	Jun 27 – Jul 3
Week 4	Jul 4 – Jul 10

Where

Camp Grimes
383 Vein Mountain Rd, Nebo, NC
About 55 min drive from downtownMap

Good to know

In the camp’s own words.

Financial aid: Case by case. “For those families in Mecklenburg County Council that can’t afford the full rate, camperships may be available.”
Special needs: Case by case. “Those requiring transportation around camp due to a disability can apply for permission to have a golf cart in camp.”
Lunch: Yes. “The dining hall plans well balanced meals that provide for the needs of active Scouts and leaders.”

Sources

Checked Oct 29, 2026.

Mecklenburg County Council, Scouting America
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YMCA of Western North Carolina
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N.C. Cooperative Extension — McDowell County 4-H
4-H Summer Discovery
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Piedmont Council, Scouting America
Cub Scout Resident Camp
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2027 dates posted; registration date not posted yet