Camp Cherokee

Camp Cherokee is Upper Palmetto YMCA’s resident camp. It offers summer camp for children ages 6 to 14.

Programs

• Camp Cherokee — 6 to 14 · Upper Palmetto YMCA’s Resident Camp. Established in 1945. Located in Kings Mountain State Park in Blacksburg, South Carolina.
• Summer Camps — grades K-8th · Summer camp program at the YMCA of Upper Palmetto.
• Summer Day Camps — grades K-8th
• Indian Land Summer Sports Camp
• Indian Land Dance Camp
• Indian Land Wet'N'Wacky Camp
• Indian Land Summer Explorers Camp
• Baxter Close Wet'N'Wacky Camp
• Baxter Close Summer Explorers Camp
• Baxter Close Teen Camp
• Baxter Close Summer Sports Camp

At a glance

• Ages: 6–14 years old
• General schedule: Summer camp program serves children in grades K-8th.

About the provider

Camp Cherokee was established in 1945. Its leadership team includes Will Gilmore, Camp Director; Ian Estes, Associate Camp Director; and Amy Counterman Parker, Camp Administrator. Cherokee Conservation Corps works directly with YMCA Camp Cherokee to preserve its legacy, prepare its future, bring awareness to the camp, fund capital projects, and reconnect with camp.

Cancellation and refund policies apply. A non-refundable $25 deposit for each week of camp is mentioned. The remainder is due the Saturday prior to the week of camp. Two week written or electronic notification is required to withdraw from a week of day camp with no payment penalty. Changes to enrollment may result in a $10 change fee. Financial assistance is available.

Last updated October 16, 2026.