Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–9 · $320/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–9

Taste of Camp

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

A shorter, introductory overnight camp experience for younger campers to get a taste of camp life.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Lookout website (camplookout.com) loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their programs. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. Founded in 1947 by Glenn and Allison Breazeale, the camp has a long history of operation. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Lookout is a traditional overnight camp for boys and girls, offering activities like horseback riding, swimming, and archery. Google reviews for 'Camp Lookout' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the caring staff, the positive impact on their children's independence, and the fun activities. The camp is privately owned and operated, indicating a for-profit structure.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 791947+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–9

Taste of Camp 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
79 (1947 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–9
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3130 Highway 157, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
  • Phone: (706) 820-1163
  • Cost notes: $320 (Default Fee) for a Mon-Wed or Wed-Fri session.

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

  • Good for first-time campers
  • Short and affordable

↘ Watch for

  • Very short duration

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Taste of Camp

What ages does Taste of Camp accept?
Taste of Camp is open to children ages 6–9. 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 Taste of Camp cost?
Taste of Camp publishes $320/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Taste of Camp's hours?
Taste of 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 Taste of Camp accredited?
Yes — Taste of Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1947 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 Taste of Camp?
Taste of Camp is operated by a private business, with 1947 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 Taste of Camp provide lunch?
Taste of 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 Taste of Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn?
Taste of 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.

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