YMCA CAMP KIRKWOOD
Where Lifelong Memories are Made
For more than 50 years, YMCA Camp Kirkwood has welcomed campers, providing a chance to escape the distraction of modern life and experience God’s breathtaking natural world through exploration and adventure. At YMCA Camp Kirkwood, the Y is able to create a one-of-a-kind opportunity for kids to build character, develop self-confidence and encourage self expression.
Did you know? YMCA of Southeastern NC members enjoy a 10% discount on camp.
Come Find Your Place at Camp Summer!
Summer camp is just the beginning. Whether you’re here for an overnight adventure, a weekend retreat, an Outdoor Education experience, Community Day, or something entirely new, there’s a place for you at Camp Kirkwood. Check out what’s coming up and save your spot!
Camp Kirkwood Family Camp
Experience all the fun of a classic fall camping weekend without the stress of planning every detail. We'll take care of the meals, activities, and programming so your family can focus on making memories together. Choose the experience that fits your family: Full Weekend: Friday-Sunday One Night Stay: Saturday-Sunday Children 3 years and younger are free but must still be registered. Cabin Stay Information -Heating and air conditioning -Electricity --hot showers Cabins are shared accommodations designed to foster the community spirit of camp. Families are welcome to request to share a cabin with another registered family, and we will do our best to honor those requests. Cabin assignments are based on registration numbers and availability, so we cannot guarantee that individual families will be assigned a cabin to themselves. Tent Camping Information - Families provide and set up their own tent. - RVs, campers, and utility hookups are prohibited/not available. -A nearby bathhouse with running water, restrooms, and hot showers is available for all tent campers. Full Weekend (Friday-Sunday) -Check-in: Friday, 4:00-5:30 PM -Check-out: Sunday, 10:00 AM One Night Stay (Saturday-Sunday) -Check-in: Saturday, 8:00-9:30 AM -Check-out: Sunday, 10:00 AM An adult (18+) must attend with all children throughout the weekend- this is a family experience, not a drop-off program.
Camp Kirkwood Christmas Camp
Join us for a festive weekend at Camp Kirkwood filled with holiday cheer, camp traditions, and all your favorite camp activities with a Christmas twist! This overnight experience is the perfect chance for campers to return to their favorite place or try overnight camp before summer! Campers will stay overnight in our cabins, enjoy meals together in the dining hall, and spend the weekend participating in classic Kirkwood activities like archery, ziplining, ropes course challenges, camp games, campfires, crafts, and more, all with a festive holiday twist! Drop-off: Friday, December 11; 5-6pm Pick-Up: Sunday, December 13; Following our closing ceremony at 11am.
Your Next Adventure Starts Here
Laugh, Play, and Explore at Camp Kirkwood
From sun-up to sundown, there’s something for everyone at Camp Kirkwood! Our sparkling 10-acre lake is perfect for fishing, canoeing, paddleboarding, kayaking, or just splashing around on the lake rafts.
On land, the fun never stops—take a dip in our outdoor pool, hike scenic trails, tackle the high and low ropes courses, soar on the zip-line, aim for bullseyes at our archery and BB gun ranges, or test your courage on the Swing By Choice and power pole.
Looking for teamwork and skill-building? We offer outdoor education and team-building classes for school groups and retreats.
Reach out today to plan your adventure!
My Place to Make Memories
Watch Nurse Maggie's Y Story!
"We love coming to Camp Kirkwood, and that's why we do keep coming back every year. When the week wraps up, we're already planning and marking our calendar for the next year."
— Maggie Consey
Camp Nurse & Parent
Where we're located
Located 40 minutes north of Wilmington, NC, we're conveniently right off of highway US 40 in the town of Watha.
Our Address:
2015 Camp Kirkwood Rd.
Watha, NC 28478
