Camp · Specialty · Ages 5–12
▌ Specialty · Ages 5–12

Camp Indigo

Austin

An affirming and inclusive summer day camp for transgender, gender-expansive, and LGBTQ+ youth.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Indigo website (thecampindigo.org) loads successfully and presents as a legitimate day camp for transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender questioning youth in Oakland, California. The camp is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The founder is Dr. Sarah K. Johnson, a clinical psychologist. The website explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks and are trained in gender diversity and youth development. The camp has a 5.0-star rating on Google Reviews based on 10 reviews, with reviewers praising its inclusive and supportive environment. Social media handles found are @campindigo on Instagram and 'thecampindigo' on Facebook. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The program is clearly defined as a day camp, offering activities like arts and crafts, sports, and community building.
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Indigo 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 specialty program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 1000 W 41st St, Austin, TX 78756
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Sliding scale available with discount codes. In 2025, $165,000 in discounts were provided.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Indigo

What ages does Camp Indigo accept?
Camp Indigo is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Camp Indigo cost?
Camp Indigo doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Sliding scale available with discount codes. In 2025, $165,000 in discounts were provided. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Camp Indigo?
Camp Indigo is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Indigo provide lunch?
Camp Indigo 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 Camp Indigo compare to other specialty camps in Austin?
Camp Indigo is one of 11 specialty camps in Austin 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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