Camp Pinnacle
Camp Pinnacle
Currently recruiting for the season from May 22nd, 2027 to August 14th, 2027.
Camp Pinnacle is a co-ed, residential summer camp for children ages 7-17 from about 35 states and 16 countries. Summers are packed with growth opportunities for both staff and campers, with the hopes that everyone leaves camp with new experiences, friendships, and a greater love for the outdoors!
We are located in Flat Rock, North Carolina - just a short drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest, Ride Kanuga, and Dupont State Forest.
- Location
- North Carolina
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 100-120
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Shared housing and bathrooms
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
About Camp Pinnacle
Working at Camp Pinnacle is one of the most rewarding, challenging, and enjoyable ways to spend your summer. You will make a difference in the lives of children while building life skills in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.
Camp Pinnacle is unique in that we perfectly blend more than 50 traditional in-camp activities with off-camp outdoor adventures that expose campers to the incredible natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. While we are not a hardcore wilderness camp, all of our campers will have the chance to raft a river, witness astounding views from atop a mountain, and camp out overnight (with s’mores, of course!)—and all outdoor adventures are age-appropriate, where we work with kids at their own comfort and skill levels. Our goal is to fully engage campers as we introduce them to activities that can’t be easily done at home. We build a lifetime love of outdoor activities and for living in a community filled with friends.
The Employee Experience
Camp Pinnacle offers more than just a summer job – it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives while developing leadership skills and lifelong friendships.
Every staff member receives a CPR and Wilderness First Aid certification. You are also able to receive a Red Cross Lifeguard, Challenge Course, Riflery, or Archery certification during our staff orientation - free of charge!
For all Trip Leaders leading overnight backpacking trips, we require a Wilderness First Responder. If you currently hold this certification, you'll receive a very competitive bonus from us, and if you are looking to receive one, Camp Pinnacle overs roughly 60% of your tuition if you complete a contract with us!
Join a team of passionate individuals who share your commitment to creating exceptional experiences for children. When our staff feel valued, connected, and have fun, our campers feel it too!
Ideal Candidate
All applicants undergo an intensive interview process, including three director interviews. Our goal is not only to find out if you are the best fit for camp, but also to ensure that Camp Pinnacle is the best fit for you.
We collect three references and complete a background check. All of our staff members must be at least 18 years old, been a part of a gap year, or completed a year of college. We are looking for applicants who are passionate about working with children, have a love and appreciation for the outdoors, and are able to thrive in an inclusive community with little time off and limited personal time!
Room and Board
We provide Room & Board and all meals while working for Camp Pinnacle.
Employee Perks
We offer industry competitive salaries, access to pro deals, housing, meals, certifications, and valuable work experience to all our staff members.
You'll also access everything our campers pay to experience! White water rafting, backpacking, outdoor gear, and use of our activity areas, everything is open to our staff members.
Getting Here and Getting Around
Upon arrival, we will pick you up from the nearby airports if you choose to fly. If you choose to bring a vehicle for the summer, we have our own parking lot you will park in, and are free to use it on off-days to explore everything Western North Carolina has to offer.
For Fun
Western North Carolina has plenty to offer. Camp Pinnacle is a short drive away from places like DuPont State Forest, Pisgah National Forest, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and much more! We are also located near Hendersonville, Asheville, and Greenville, all areas to find good food, drinks, and activities.
Current Job Openings
Competitive Bonus given to those who currently hold a Wilderness First Responder certificate
Assistance in paying for a Wilderness First Responder certification
15-passenger van driver training
A three-week long staff orientation prior to camp starting focused on learning the local area and receiving training in off-camp activities
Access to outdoor industry pro-deals
Free room and board
Industry-competitive salary
Opportunities to connect with industry professionals
21+ Years Old and must have a clean driving record
Previous experience in the field of outdoor education/recreation
Passion for changing the lives of campers through outdoor education and adventure
Current Wilderness First Responder required for all Overnight Trips
Passion for getting kids outside required for all Day Trips and White Water Rafting
Trip Leader
A Trip Leader's primary focus is to further the mission of Camp Pinnacle by providing safe leadership for our adventure activities for campers ages 7-17. Activities include hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, canoeing, climbing tower, water zip line, team building/group initiative games, and bouldering. Trip Leaders facilitate these activities by ensuring campers understand the basic skills required and helping campers achieve success in each area!
Trip Leaders are responsible for the planning, implementing, and leading of fun and safe backpacking, day hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, rafting, and climbing trips, alongside the Director of Adventure Programming and the Head of Trips.
While leading trips off-camp is a huge part, our trip leaders are a big part of our camp community! Trip Leaders are often helping with evening activities, helping out with cabins, and creating magical moments for campers on and off camp property.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
Requirements:
Cabin Counselor
Live in a cabin with 8-10 campers and a co-counselor! While cabin counselors are in-cabin with campers, they may also be responsible for teaching activities. Some activities at camp include: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, archery, riflery, mountain biking, rock climbing, high ropes course, ecology, arts and crafts, theater, team sports, and/or pickleball.
Requirements: 18 years or older, having completed at least one year of college or one year in the workforce.
Media Team Member
The media team members are be responsible for managing all media outlets for the summer months! This includes, but is not limited to, documenting the summer via video and photo, uploading daily photo logs for parents, posting daily blogs for parents, managing all social media outlets, and creating videos for marketing purposes. A media team member should be proficient in/willing to learn writing, editing, Photoshop, Adobe Premiere and social media.
Camp Nanny
Camp Pinnacle is seeking a mature, fun, responsible and caring individual to act as a camp nanny to care for our Directors' children.
Children are 7 yrs, 4 yrs, 2yrs , & 6-months of age. Responsibilities include providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment, as well as preparing bottles/meals, feeding, bathing, dressing, changing diapers, and other usual nanny duties. Candidates must be flexible, adaptable, and happy to step in as required. Previous childcare experience and a valid driver's license are required.
While the main purpose is to care for the Director’s children, there will be opportunities for the camp nannies to join in during camp activities, evening programs, and some special events. Required dates are mid-May through mid-August. Ideal candidate is available to live on site and excited about being involved in all aspects of camp. There will be a total of three nannies hired to care for these children!
How to Apply
You can find our application link below, please take the time to apply and a director will be in touch!
Contact Info
- Rylie Young - Program Director
- rylie@camppinnacle.com
- (828) 692-2677
- camppinnacle.com
