What ages does Celebration Camp accept?

Celebration Camp is open to children ages 15–21. 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 Celebration Camp cost?

Celebration Camp publishes $575/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Celebration Camp's hours?

Celebration Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is Celebration Camp accredited?

Yes — Celebration Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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.

Does Celebration Camp provide lunch?

Celebration Camp 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.

How does Celebration Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn?

Celebration Camp is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 15–21

Celebration Camp

Lookout Mountain, GA · $575/week · ★ 4.7 (86 reviews)

An inclusive program designed for youth and adults with developmental disabilities.

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Lookout (camplookout.com) loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. The camp, founded by Dr. David and Mrs. Mary Sue Johnson, has been operating for 70 years, indicating a long-standing presence in youth development. The program is an overnight camp for boys and girls, offering activities like swimming, archery, and arts & crafts. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Lookout show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive environment and caring staff.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195670+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 15–21

Celebration Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1956 (70 years)
Operator: Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 15–21
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 3130 Highway 157, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
Phone: (706) 820-1163
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Tiered pricing is available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 1 to Jul 31.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

Session 1 Jun 1 – 5, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 2 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 3 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 4 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 5 Jun 28 – 30, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 6 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 7 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 8 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $575
Session 9 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $575

↗ What parents like

Inclusive program
Christ-centered community

↘ Watch for

No lunch provided

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Celebration Camp

What ages does Celebration Camp accept?: Celebration Camp is open to children ages 15–21. 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 Celebration Camp cost?: Celebration Camp publishes $575/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Celebration Camp's hours?: Celebration Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Celebration Camp accredited?: Yes — Celebration Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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.
Does Celebration Camp provide lunch?: Celebration Camp 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.
How does Celebration Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn?: Celebration Camp is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Celebration Camp with other camps.

How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.

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Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Celebration Camp.

Camp Lookout · Lookout Mountain, GA · Ages 6–18 · $625/week
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Junior High Camp · Lookout Mountain, GA · Ages 12–15 · $625/week
Junior High Service · Lookout Mountain, GA · Ages 12–15 · $510/week
Outdoor High Adventure · Lookout Mountain, GA · Ages 15–18 · $625/week
RISE Academy Training Week · Lookout Mountain, GA · Ages 15–18 · $300/week
RISE Service Week · Lookout Mountain, GA · Ages 15–18