Camp Longhorn - C3
A traditional Texas summer camp with over 85 years of history, offering a wide range of activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Longhorn's website loads successfully and presents a comprehensive overview of its traditional overnight camp programs for boys and girls. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2024, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for 80 years, founded by Tex Robertson, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It holds a Texas state license number 59500. Google reviews for Camp Longhorn show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 320 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive impact on their children's independence and confidence. The camp offers a wide range of activities including sports, water activities on Inks Lake, and arts and crafts, emphasizing character building and fun. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff.
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Longhorn - C3 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1000 Indian Springs Road, Burnet, TX 78611
- Phone: (512) 793-2490
- Cost notes: $2409.70 for 1-week session, $4678 for 2-week session
Runs 24-hour residential, 7 sessions (5 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from May 31 to Aug 1.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 May 31 – Jun 13, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,678
- Session 2 Jun 14 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $2,410
- Session 3 Jun 21 – 27, 2026 · 1 week · $2,410
- Session 4 Jun 28 – Jul 4, 2026 · 1 week · $2,410
- Session 5 Jul 5 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,678
- Session 6 Jul 19 – 25, 2026 · 1 week · $2,410
- Session 7 Jul 26 – Aug 1, 2026 · 1 week · $2,410
↗ What parents like
- Over 85 years of experience
- Wide range of activities
- Lifelong friendships
↘ Watch for
- No email address listed
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Longhorn - C3
- What ages does Camp Longhorn - C3 accept?
- Camp Longhorn - C3 is open to children ages 7–17. 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 - C3 cost?
- Camp Longhorn - C3 publishes $2,410/week for the standard session. $2409.70 for 1-week session, $4678 for 2-week session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Longhorn - C3's hours?
- Camp Longhorn - C3 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 - C3 accredited?
- Yes — Camp Longhorn - C3 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 - C3?
- Camp Longhorn - C3 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 - C3 provide lunch?
- Camp Longhorn - C3 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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- Camp Longhorn - Inks Lake/Indian Springs · Burnet, TX · Ages 7–17 · $2,339/week