Discovery Place Nature

If your child's a fan of nature and wildlife, then Discovery Place Nature is one of the most suitable places in all of North Carolina. The camp aims to inspire kids to create a stronger connection with nature by getting them involved in exciting hikes and outdoor recreation activities. But, the highlight for most children is the close encounters with animals!

Discovery Place Nature offers half-day and full-day camps, depending on the child's age. The half-day camps run from 9:00 am to noon or 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, while the all day camps run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

These summer camps include Backyard Buddies, Underwater Wonders, Wild, Wild Woods, and CSI: Critter Scene Investigation. They also run the Queen City Critters camp, another popular option! They can do everything from stargazing, hiking, observing animals, birdwatching, and creating things.

Discovery Place Nature offers the perfect environment for your child to get involved with the outdoors, with its many hiking trails and landscapes like Little Sugar Creek and Freedom Park.