Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs
Traditional overnight camp experience for boys and girls in Texas, focusing on skill development, sportsmanship, and...
▌ Editor's read Camp Longhorn's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards for health and safety. The camp has a Texas state license number 1000000-7530. Founded by Tex Robertson in 1939, the camp has been operating for 82 years, indicating a strong legacy. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Camp Longhorn is an overnight camp, offering a traditional experience for boys and girls. Google reviews for 'Camp Longhorn' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from over 200 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive impact on their children's confidence and independence. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@camplonghorn) and a Facebook page (camplonghorn).
Who thrives here Ages 15–16
Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1944 (82 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 15–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1000 Indian Springs Road, Burnet, TX 78611
- Cost notes: $4879 for 2-week session, $6387 for 3-week session
Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from May 31 to Aug 8.
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 · $4,879
- Session 2 Jun 14 – Jul 4, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,387
- Session 3 Jul 5 – 25, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,387
- Session 4 Jul 26 – Aug 8, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,879
↗ What parents like
- Focus on sportsmanship
- Character building focus
↘ Watch for
- No registration URL
- No contact info
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs
- What ages does Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs accept?
- Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs is open to children ages 15–16. 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 - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs cost?
- Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs publishes $2,129/week for the standard session. $4879 for 2-week session, $6387 for 3-week session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs's hours?
- Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs 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 - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs accredited?
- Yes — Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 82 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 - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs?
- Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs is operated by a private business, with 82 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 - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Longhorn - Longhorn Rangers Inks Lake/Indian Springs 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.
Planning guides
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- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
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