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▌ Specialty · Ages 7–17

Roundup River Ranch - Session 1

Gypsum, CO · ★ 4.8 (58 reviews)

Roundup River Ranch provides free, medically-supported camp experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families in a safe and joyful environment.

▌ Editor's read Roundup River Ranch is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with accreditation valid through 2025, specifically designed for children with serious illnesses and their families. The camp has been operating for 15 years, providing free, medically-supported experiences. Their website explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks. Google reviews indicate a strong positive reputation with a 4.9-star rating based on 150 reviews, frequently praising the compassionate staff and the life-changing impact on campers. The camp is a nonprofit organization, as evidenced by its mission and 'Donate' section. They offer various programs including summer camp sessions, family camps, and sibling camps, all tailored to their specific camper population.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 201115+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
2011 (15 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Address: 8333 Colorado River Road, Gypsum, CO 81637
  • Cost notes: All programs are FREE of charge.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Roundup River Ranch - Session 1

What ages does Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 accept?
Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 is open to children ages 7–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 cost?
Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. All programs are FREE of charge. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Is Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 accredited?
Yes — Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 15 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Roundup River Ranch - Session 1?
Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 15 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 provide lunch?
Roundup River Ranch - Session 1 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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