What ages does Camp Stewart accept?

Camp Stewart is open to children ages 6–16. 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.

What are Camp Stewart's hours?

Camp Stewart 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 Stewart accredited?

Yes — Camp Stewart is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1924 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 Stewart?

Camp Stewart is operated by a private business, with 1924 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 Stewart provide lunch?

Camp Stewart 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 Stewart compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt?

Camp Stewart 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16

Camp Stewart

Hunt, TX

Camp Stewart for Boys offers a traditional overnight summer camp experience in the Texas Hill Country, focusing on character development and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Stewart for Boys, located in Hunt, Texas, is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025. The camp has been operating since 1924, founded by Kathryn and Robert D. Ragsdale, and is a for-profit entity. It holds a Texas state license number 1000000-7214. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal history and sex offender registry checks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 107 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive impact on their sons' development and the variety of activities offered. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @campstewartforboys and a Facebook page 'campstewartforboys'.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1021924+ years operating

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Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Stewart sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 102 (1924 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–16
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 612 FM 1340, Hunt, TX 78024

Runs 24-hour residential, 6 sessions (0 one-week, 6 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 · $4,575
Session 5 May 31 – Jun 27, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,000
Session 2 Jun 14 – 27, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,575
Session 3 Jul 5 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,575
Session 6 Jul 5 – Aug 1, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,000
Session 4 Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,575

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Stewart

What ages does Camp Stewart accept?: Camp Stewart is open to children ages 6–16. 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.
What are Camp Stewart's hours?: Camp Stewart 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 Stewart accredited?: Yes — Camp Stewart is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1924 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 Stewart?: Camp Stewart is operated by a private business, with 1924 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 Stewart provide lunch?: Camp Stewart 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 Stewart compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt?: Camp Stewart 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Stewart with other camps.

How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.

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