Camp Longhorn
Camp Longhorn offers a traditional overnight summer camp experience in Texas, focusing on outdoor activities, skill development, and fostering independence f...
▌ Editor's read Camp Longhorn's website loads successfully and presents a comprehensive overview of their overnight summer camp program. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The 'About Us' section states the camp was founded in 1939 by Tex and Pat Robertson, meaning it has been operating for 80 years. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio isn't explicitly listed, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp offers a wide array of activities including water sports, horseback riding, and various land sports, emphasizing skill development and fun. Google reviews average 4.8 stars from over 200 reviews, with many parents praising the traditional camp experience and positive impact on their children. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity, given its long-standing operation and clear business model.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Camp Longhorn is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure 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
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1 Camp Longhorn Rd, Burnet, TX 78611, USA
- Cost notes: USD. 2-week session is $4,678, 3-week session is $6,164.70. A $500 deposit is required.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Longhorn
- What ages does Camp Longhorn accept?
- Camp Longhorn is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Longhorn cost?
- Camp Longhorn publishes $2,339/week for the standard session. USD. 2-week session is $4,678, 3-week session is $6,164.70. A $500 deposit is required. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Longhorn's hours?
- Camp Longhorn 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 Camp Longhorn accredited?
- Yes — Camp Longhorn is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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 Camp Longhorn?
- Camp Longhorn is operated by a private business, with 80 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 Camp Longhorn provide lunch?
- Camp Longhorn 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Longhorn.
- Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs · Burnet, TX · Ages 15–16 · $2,129/week
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- Camp Longhorn - Inks Lake/Indian Springs · Burnet, TX · Ages 7–17 · $2,339/week