Experience the Blue Ridge Difference
We are thrilled to invite you to join us in celebrating 75 years as the largest council-owned Scout Reservation in the US! Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Blue Ridge Scout Reservation spans 14,000 acres of cool, shaded woodlands, flowing rivers, and over 100 miles of scenic hiking trails. Enjoy our temperate mountain climate while exploring exceptional camping, high adventure programs, and opportunities for scouting advancement. Come experience the difference—where the beauty of nature and the thrill of adventure meet!
Why choose us?
Gorgeous Weather!
Fall asleep to the whipporwill serenade in the cool, fresh mountain air. With summer highs in the 80's and lows in the 50's, days are perfect for swimming and nights make for the best sleep you'll ever have!
EAT!... EAT AGAIN!
There's always room for seconds! At BRSR's summer camping programs, we offer Appalachian hospitality at its finest with catered family-style dining. Home-style cookin' and heapin' helpings at every meal!
Experience!
As the largest council-owned camp in the US, with over 14,000 acres to explore among three base camps and four high-adventure camps, there is a program for scouts of every age and experience level.
HIKE!
With over 80 miles of trail on our reservation and only 20 miles from the nearest Appalachian Trail trailhead, the BRSR is perfect for Philmont shakedowns, earning the 50-Miler Award, or a family weekend getaway.
Rank Up!
Merit Badges! Merit Badges! Merit Badges! Robust catalog of Merit Badge offerings, including the Eagle's Nest - specifically for Eagle-required badges and Brown Sea Island for first-year campers.
PLAY!
Full days of scheduled programming and evenings tailored to showcase program areas: Nature Show, Open Shoot, Waterfront's Beach Party, Handicraft Art Show- there is ALWAYS more fun to be had!
Something For Everyone
BRSR Summer Camping Programs
Shelby’s DreamYear Round Camping Opportunities
The Blue Ridge Scout Reservation provides camping opportunities all year long for our scouting units, as well as for families and groups. Come hike our trails, work on unit advancement, or simply relax and enjoy the scenery! BRSR has the perfect accommodations for you!
Facility Rentals
Come one, come all! Whether you are looking for a Corporate Retreat space or for the perfect backdrop for a wedding or family or class reunion, the Blue Ridge Scout Reservation invites you to come enjoy all that our property has to offer.
Brownsea Island
Created in the spirit of the original Brownsea Island Camp established by Lord Baden-Powell, BSI is the nation’s premier first-year camper program.
Working together in the patrol method, BSI participants will learn essential scouting skills to give them a positive and lasting start in the scouting program.
Lord Robert Baden-Powell
Scouter / 1st Chief Scout / Lieutenant-General
Featured Highlights
Be The Difference Maker
Imagine spending your summer making a real difference in the lives of Scouts from all over the country. At Blue Ridge Scout Reservation, one of the nation’s top youth camps, you’ll be part of a tradition that builds character, leadership, and lifelong memories.
Do you have a passion for working with youth? Are you looking for a fun, rewarding, and unforgettable summer job?
Join us and be the difference! Apply now to make this your best summer yet!
Ways to Volunteer!
Wilderness Crew
Work alongside our many dedicated volunteers to help make the Blue Ridge Scout Reservation a better place to camp for our Scouting family!
Membership in the Wilderness Crew is open to all!
Campmaster Program
The Campmaster Program is dedicated to ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for scouts enjoying the Reservation throughout the year.
Interested in serving as a Campmaster? Learn more here!
National Youth Leadership Training
Join us for this exciting and powerful program designed to provide members of Scouts BSA with the necessary leadership skills and experience they can use to leaf themselves and others throughout their lives.
This week-long outdoor experience (July 23-28, 2023) for Scouts who are 13 or older and are at least First Class represents a month in the life of a typical Scout unit.