Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–15 · $320/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–15

Mini Outdoor High Adventure

Lookout Mountain, GA · $320/week · ★ 4.7 (86 reviews)

Faith-based outdoor adventure camp on Lookout Mountain.

▌ Editor's read Camp Lookout, operating since 1948, is an ACA accredited overnight camp located on Lookout Mountain, Georgia, with accreditation valid through 2025. The camp is a non-profit organization affiliated with the United Methodist Church. They offer a variety of programs, including the 'Mini Outdoor High Adventure' for younger campers, focusing on outdoor activities and spiritual development. The website states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 and mentions that all 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 impact on their children and the caring staff. The camp's founder is Dr. Glenn Bannerman, and their social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camplookout and a Facebook page 'camplookout'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 12–15

Mini Outdoor High Adventure fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 12–15
  • 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. Mini Outdoor High Adventure is a 4-day session, not a full week.

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 · $320
  • Session 2 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 3 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 4 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 5 Jun 28 – 30, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 6 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 7 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 8 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $320
  • Session 9 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $320

↗ What parents like

  • Faith-based outdoor activities
  • Focus on personal growth

↘ Watch for

  • Shorter session length

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Mini Outdoor High Adventure

What ages does Mini Outdoor High Adventure accept?
Mini Outdoor High Adventure is open to children ages 12–15. 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 Mini Outdoor High Adventure cost?
Mini Outdoor High Adventure publishes $320/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing is available. Mini Outdoor High Adventure is a 4-day session, not a full week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Mini Outdoor High Adventure's hours?
Mini Outdoor High Adventure 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 Mini Outdoor High Adventure accredited?
Yes — Mini Outdoor High Adventure is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Mini Outdoor High Adventure?
Mini Outdoor High Adventure is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Mini Outdoor High Adventure provide lunch?
Yes — Mini Outdoor High Adventure includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Mini Outdoor High Adventure compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn?
Mini Outdoor High Adventure 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.

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