About Camp Judaea

Established in 1961, Camp Judaea is a Jewish, Israel-centered summer camp community for children ages 7-15 located in Hendersonville, NC.

At Camp Judaea, we offer a wide variety of fun activities in a loving family atmosphere. This allows campers to grow and even transform themselves every summer they return.

Camp Judaea allows campers to explore, learn and grow while being surrounded by unconditional love and acceptance. We know and understand each child individually and embrace them in a caring summer family where life-long friendships develop and are nurtured.

Located on 158 acres in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, our setting inspires campers to embrace nature, take positive risks and become more independent.

Our Mission

Camp Judaea’s mission is to provide a safe, fun, nurturing community where children, teens, and young adults grow as individuals, build lifelong friendships, develop leadership skills, and establish enduring connections with Judaism, Israel, and the natural environment.

Our Values

Camp Judaea is a pluralist Jewish community that celebrates the diversity of Jewish life around the world. We bring together campers and staff from every denomination. A stronger Jewish identity and deeper connection with Israel are core products of our program. For three generations, Camp Judaea has produced alumni who lead their communities in many ways, including through Tikkun Olam, “repairing the world,” and that continues today.

Our Kehilah (Community)

Camp Judaea is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all campers and staff.  We are deeply invested in building a vibrant community rooted in Jewish values and bringing the transformative power of Jewish summer camp to every child and family who comes through our gates.

Our approach is to understand each situation from multiple perspectives (e.g., Jewish, practical, emotional) on a case-by-case basis. Doing so enables us to think flexibly and responsibly about how we can best meet the needs of our community. These conversations are personal, private, and confidential. Know that we are dedicated to ongoing education, training, and resource development for our staff to ensure that we continue to grow. 

While we respect the privacy of our campers and staff, we also encourage open communication. Families are welcome to reach out to us with any questions or concerns, and we are here to engage in supportive and respectful dialogue about the well-being of everyone at Camp. Thank you for helping us ensure a culture of respect for everyone at camp.