Firefly Camp

July 6, 2027 - July 9, 2027 | 4-8 with accompanying adult(s)​​ | $110​

Share the magic of summer camp with your child during this special one-, two-, or three-night family adventure in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Designed for children ages 4–8 and their grown-ups, Firefly Camp is the perfect way to introduce kids to the joy of camp life in a safe and welcoming setting.

Each day is full of discovery and delight: playing games that build confidence and imagination, exploring the forest and its creatures, and wading together in a cool mountain stream. Evenings bring songs, stories, and laughter around the campfire – with the highlight of watching fireflies light up the night sky before bedtime.

Firefly Camp is intentionally flexible. Families can choose the length of their stay, making it “just right” for younger children who may be experiencing camp for the first time. Meals, lodging, and age-appropriate activities are all included, and Tremont’s caring educators guide each activity to ensure that both kids and adults feel supported and inspired.

It’s a chance to bond, explore, and create memories together – and to give your child a joyful first taste of summer camp that they’ll never forget.

Register for one night: Choose from July 6-7, July 7-8, or July 8-9
Register for two nights:
Choose from July 6-8 or July 7-9
Register for all three nights: July 6-9

Registration includes instruction, food, and lodging in our dorm inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park.​

Photos by Jackie Harp, Logan Rosenberg, and Erin Rosolina.​​

Cover photo by Erin Rosolina.​

Already Registered? Check out the welcome letter​​ for a tentative schedule, packing information, and other essential details for your Tremont program.

Lindsey Nguyen

Youth Summer Programs Coordinator

Here to help you get ready for camp

Sending your child to camp is an exciting adventure for campers and their grown-ups! Whether it’s their first overnight experience or they’re returning for another summer, we want you to feel confident and prepared.

Meet Lindsey Nguyen, Tremont’s Youth Summer Programs Coordinator. A lifelong lover of the Smokies, Lindsey is here to help answer your questions about camp life, preparing for your child’s stay, and what to expect along the way. Don’t hesitate to reach out!

Explore our Summer Camp FAQ or email Lindsey with your camp questions.

YOUR HOME BASE IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS

At Tremont, the setting is part of the experience. Nestled inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our Walker Valley campus is surrounded by forest, mountain streams, and opportunities for discovery around every corner. From shared meals and cozy accommodations to spaces for learning and gathering, get a feel for the place before you arrive.

The Friendship Circle at Tremont Institute

YOUR HOME BASE IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS

At Tremont, the setting is part of the experience. Nestled inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our Walker Valley campus is surrounded by forest, mountain streams, and opportunities for discovery around every corner. From shared meals and cozy accommodations to spaces for learning and gathering, get a feel for the place before you arrive.