Summer Camps on the Farm: Hands-On Fun for Kids Across North Carolina
Farm-based summer camps are growing in popularity across North Carolina. They’re offering a fun, screen-free option for families looking to keep kids active and learning this summer.
If you’re juggling work while the kids are on summer break (we get it), finding something active, local, and enriching can make all the difference. That’s where our state’s agritourism farms come in.
Farms across the state are hosting summer camps that give kids the chance to explore nature, care for animals, get their hands dirty in the garden, and spend time outside — away from screens and in tune with the land.
Whether your child loves animals, crafts, or simply running around outdoors, there’s likely a camp nearby that still has space.
What to Expect
Each farm offers something different. Most include:
Animal interactions, and gardening
Creative outdoor activities
Simple lessons in sustainability
A safe place to build confidence and explore
See Our Featured Summer Camps at North Carolina Farms
Ruby Ranch- Asheville, NC
Open to ages 6-16, Summer Break Pottery Camp at Ruby Ranch, in collaboration with Firefly Valley Pottery, is perfect for kiddos who are always creating and love farm life!Camp dates: July 21-25, July 28-August 1, August 11—15
B&B Farm Summer Camps – Lincolnton, NC
Week-long sessions focused on animal care, gardening, and farm life skills.
Sonridge Farms - Kings Mountain, NC
Through character building & team work activities, forge memories & friendships that last a lifetime. Kids enjoy goat milking, horseback riding, and bottle-feeding baby goats. Register for camp, tell your friends, pack your bags, and we'll see you this summer!
Patterson Farm Summer Fun Camp – Mount Ulla, NC
3 Bluebirds Farm- Raleigh, NC
Summer farm day camps for all ages. Participants gain hands-on experience in:
• Life skills & vocational tasks
• Interviewing skills
• Social and communication growth
• Animal care & outdoor learning
• Building independence and community
We strongly encourage prospective campers to apply independently, with minimal support as needed. Their voice, goals, and perspective matter.
Fairytale Farm Camp- Colfax, NC
Learn about animals, explore the outdoors, tend the garden, care for small animals and help rescued animals get adopted. Ages 6-12, June 23-27 & July 7-11
Sun Star Farm Summer Camps – Apex, NC
Day camps, toddler classes, and birthday parties in a peaceful farm setting.
Blackberry Ridge Farm Camp – Zebulon, NC
Sustainable farming, animal care, and lots of time outside.
Woodcrest Farm & Forge Camps – Hillsborough, NC
AAA Therapeutic Farm - Charlotte, NC
A 5-day farm camp experience for ages 3-7, focused on arts and crafts, gardening, and animal care in a natural setting. Our program is inclusive, welcoming campers of all abilities to enjoy and learn. Join us for an enriching experience in nature where kids can thrive.
AAA Therapeutic Farm- Summer Camps
Long Acres Farm Day Camp – Graham, NC
Horseback riding, animal time, crafts, and farm adventures.
Sunrise Community Farm Center- Chapel Hill, NC Enjoy horse lessons, gardening, harvesting fresh produce, and farm-to-table cooking. Learn how to prepare delicious meals using ingredients from the farm!
Hubb’s Farm- Clinton, NC
Welcomes all groups, families, and individuals to enjoy some of their most popular activities including giant tube slides, jump pillow, and mini zip line.
Plan Your Visit!
Explore Our Farms to see what activities are happening near you!
Stay Connected
Follow @VisitNCFarms on Instagram and Facebook to see more family-friendly events, farm fun, and seasonal updates all summer long.