Out-of-Camp Trips
Our camp property is beautiful and it’s surrounded by some of the most majestic forests, rivers, and mountains in the South.
From rafting the Ocoee River to exploring Rock City and the Tennessee Aquarium, DeSoto girls get to experience the stunning natural beauty of Lookout Mountain and the surrounding area. Trip Day is one of the most anticipated events each term!
Trip Day
2nd & 3rd Grades: Rock City, Tennessee Aquarium, and Clumpies Ice Cream
4th Grade: Tennessee Aquarium, Imax Theater, Coolidge Park, and Clumpies Ice Cream
5th Grade: Dollywood Theme Park
6th Grade: Rafting on the Hiwassee River
7th Grade: Rafting on the Nantahala River
8th-10th Grade: Rafting on the Ocoee River
Each age-group is also offered an additional adventure trip during the month, introducing girls to new and fun ways to enjoy the outdoors. Because these trips are unique to a specific age group, girls have something to look forward to and grow into each year of Camp.
Age Group Trips
Juniors: an overnight camp out
6th Grade: a day trip to swim in Little River Canyon
7th Grade: rappelling near DeSoto Falls
9th Grade: a 5 mile bike lunch trip
10th Grade: a day trip rock climbing and an overnight camp out
Other Trips
Campers also get a chance to go on the Canoe Breakfast Trip to DeSoto Falls or on a Horseback overnight, depending on their skill level in each of these activities.
