Summer Camps in Pickens County

Foothills offers exciting, age-appropriate summer camps designed to build confidence, skills, and friendships in a fun, supportive environment.

Tiny Tot Camps (Ages 3–5) meet for 2 hours daily and introduce young children to movement through gymnastics, ninja, cheer, tumbling, and imaginative play. Campers climb, jump, roll, balance, and explore obstacle courses while developing coordination, listening skills, independence, and social confidence. Specialty themes like Cheer & Tumble and Camp Happily Ever After add music, mini cheers, creative play, and princess fun to basic gymnastics instruction. These camps are perfect for first-time campers who love to move and play.

Camps for Ages 6 & Up meet for 3 hours daily and are designed for both beginners and experienced athletes. Gymnastics Camp focuses on skill development across events, strength, flexibility, and technique. Cheer Camp teaches cheers, jumps, stunts, tumbling, choreography, and teamwork, ending with a performance. Ninja Camp challenges campers with climbing, agility courses, and strength-building obstacles. Great Adventure Camp combines gymnastics, obstacle challenges, outdoor exploration, and a Water Day finale.

All camps are led by experienced coaches who provide positive instruction and individualized support, ensuring every child grows in skill, confidence, and love for movement.

One Summer. Endless Returns.

Your search for an overnight camp experience that blends learning with real adventure ends here. YLI Camps offers a full spectrum of camp experiences, with five distinct programs across two breathtaking South Carolina locations, so every camper can find their perfect fit.

From a first overnight camp experience at 4-H Camp to hands-on marine science at Camp Sewee and personalized shooting instruction at Camp Wildlife, the Lowcountry offers a wide range of experiences to match any camper’s interests.

In the Upstate, campers can explore STEM-focused learning at Camp Voyager or take on high-adrenaline mountain excursions at Adventure Camp, designed to challenge and excite thrill seekers of all levels.

YLI Camps provides a clear pathway for every interest and every stage of growth. Campers do more than try new things. They push boundaries, build confidence, and discover what they are capable of in environments intentionally designed to foster independence and personal growth. Each YLI Camp is rooted in intentional fun, immersive learning, and meaningful connection, all within a safe, energizing setting led by experienced, caring staff.

Since 1934, YLI Camps has created unforgettable adventures that build character, spark curiosity, and form lifelong friendships, giving parents peace of mind and campers experiences that last far beyond summer.

Unlock a Summer of Fun at Next Level Adventure Camp at the Sunshine House

Get ready for a summer packed with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable memories! At Next Level Adventure Camp, each week brings a brand-new adventure with unique themes designed to inspire curiosity and confidence.

Camp highlights include:

• Exciting field trips

• Adventurous outdoor play & NFL Play 60 activities

• Hands-on projects & special guest experiences

• Safe, licensed, and secure environment

• Healthy meals and snacks included

• Led by experienced educators and childcare professionals

Every camper receives a FREE swag bag featuring a camp t-shirt, reusable water bottle, and matching backpack – perfect for summer adventures!

Designed for children ages 5–12. Junior Camp options for younger children are available at select locations.

Themed adventures include:

🎧 Sound City

💡 Kidpreneurs

🌱 Food Lab

✈️ Makers in Motion

Limited space available. With 11 convenient Upstate locations, there’s a camp near you – book a tour today!

Education and Field Trips: Hagood Mill offers tours of the 176-year-old mill, the Hagood Creek Petroglyph Site, blacksmith shop, and moonshine still. Children may watch demonstrations by local artisans, participate in hands-on activities, and experience workshops. There are several field trip options including one-day or multi-day trips, traveling field trip shows, and virtual field trips.

Summer Camp Offers: Camp Hagood offers summer camps annually
Ages: 3rd grade – 9th grade are welcome
There will be outdoor adventures, storytelling, craft demonstrations, arts, music camps, and more.
2026 summer camp dates TBD

Field Trips & School Programs: The South Carolina Botanical Garden at Clemson offers 45-60 minute school programs intended to support your curriculum and grade level. Homeschool groups can visit as well. Fee is $5 per student. They also offer classes that are perfect for homeschooling families.

Summer Camp Offers: The SC Botanical Garden at Clemson offers week-long summer camps in June and July for kids aged 6 – 12 (8:30 – 3)
2026 Summer Camps in June and July TBD

Designed for children ages 6-14, campers will learn about life on a farm, including the responsibility of animal care, and engage in farm games, farm animal activities, and growing food and plants.

Camp dates: June 8th & 9th or June 15th and 16th, 2026
Text 864-908-8640 to sign up

Classes | After School | Summer Camp

We are a karate school teaching Okinawa Kenpo and ishinryu, and after-school care.

After school: They offer activities, homework help, and a snack. They do offer after-school transportation.
Cost: $85 per week

Full-day nature-themed day camp.
Creek play, pottery, cooking, crafts, exploring, games, hiking, and much more! 8-5:30 daily throughout the summer.
June 1st – July 31st, 2026
Ages: 6 – 12
Pricing: $135/wk or $25/day

Wanna have your child ‘try on’ Clemson for a week this summer? Give them a sneak peek at college life. Check out Summer Scholars!

Offers: Week-long course in a field of interest with a university instructor. Current Clemson students serve as mentors who guide Scholars through the week.

AGE: Rising 7th – 12th grade

Offers: Art camps for kids in mediums such as film, drawing, clay, fibers, music, and more!
Ages: 3-12
Half Day & Full Day Options
2026 Registration opens on 2/2/2026.

Offers full day summer day camp at all three branches of the YMCA Easley, Pickens, and Powdersville. Along with games and activities, day campers will enjoy an age-appropriate and high-quality summer experience.
Ages: K – 8th grade

2026 Summer Camp registration opens for Y members on March 1, 2026 and March 15, 2026 for non-members. 

Financial assistance is available.

Offers: Adventure and recreation camps for boys, rising 1st-12th grade.

Camp McCall offers Lad Camp, Alpha Camp, Crusader Camp, and Adventure Trip Camp
June and July offerings
$170-$350 per camp

The Clemson University Science Outreach Center summer day camps are a blend of STEM adventure and education designed for campers.

Ages: 8 – 12
Full Day and Half Day camp available

2026 summer camp registration coming soon!

Camp Voyager Summer 2026
Overnight tech/outdoor camp for ages 9–15 at Camp Hannon (Sunset, SC). Week-long sessions June–July. Trained staff, unplugged confidence-building fun, t-shirt included.
Limited space, registration is now open.
Price: $945–$995.

Registration for 2026 Camp Voyager Summer Camp is now open!

Art studio that offers painting events, painting kits, and summer camps.

Summer art camp located at the Fine Arts Center of Easley, SC

Learn forward/backward skating, spins, and balance in small groups. Fun games included, with a family performance Friday to showcase new skills. 🛼
Ages: K4 – 5th Grade
Cost: $190 per student
Dates: June 22 – 26, 2026

Offers summer camp for ages 4 and older, all skill levels welcome.

Offers an array of different weekly drama camps for different age ranges and levels.
Ages: 6+
8 am – 3 pm