Camp Mystic
Camp Mystic is a private Christian summer camp for girls, established in 1926, focusing on personal growth and...
▌ Editor's read Camp Mystic's website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of its programs. It is an ACA accredited camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2024, as confirmed by the ACA search. The camp, founded by Frank and Louise Harrison, has been operating since 1926, making 2024 its 99th year. It is an all-girls overnight camp, offering activities like horseback riding, swimming, tennis, and arts and crafts. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's traditions, positive environment, and the lasting friendships their daughters form. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @campmystic and a Facebook page 'campmystic'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192799+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Mystic 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
- 1927 (99 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 2689 Hwy 39, Hunt, TX 78024-3412
- Phone: (830) 238-4660
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: No pricing information for 2026 was found. 2025 information mentions a tuition fee, incidentals charge, and a Canteen deposit, but no specific amounts.
↗ What parents like
- Private Christian camp for girls
- Established in 1926
↘ Watch for
- No 2026 pricing available
- Broken camper application link
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Mystic
- What ages does Camp Mystic accept?
- Camp Mystic 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 Mystic cost?
- Camp Mystic publishes $1,900/week for the standard session. No pricing information for 2026 was found. 2025 information mentions a tuition fee, incidentals charge, and a Canteen deposit, but no specific amounts. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Mystic's hours?
- Camp Mystic 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 Mystic accredited?
- Yes — Camp Mystic is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 99 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 Mystic?
- Camp Mystic is operated by a private business, with 99 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 Mystic provide lunch?
- Camp Mystic 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 Mystic compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt?
- Camp Mystic is one of 30 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt 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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