What ages does Mo-Ranch accept?

Mo-Ranch is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Mo-Ranch cost?

Mo-Ranch publishes $1,095/week for the standard session. USD. One-week session is $1095. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Mo-Ranch's hours?

Mo-Ranch 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 Mo-Ranch accredited?

Yes — Mo-Ranch is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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.

Mo-Ranch is operated by a faith-based organization, with 75 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 Mo-Ranch provide lunch?

Mo-Ranch 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.

▌ Adventure · Ages 8–15

Mo-Ranch

Mo-Ranch · $1,095/week · ★ 4.7 (182 reviews)

Mo-Ranch offers a variety of summer camp programs for youth and families, focusing on faith, outdoor adventure, and personal growth in the Texas Hill Country.

▌ Editor's read Mo-Ranch's website, moranch.org, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp and conference center. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, signifying adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp has been operating for 75 years, founded by Daniel E. Moorer, and is owned by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Synod of the Sun, making it a church-affiliated organization. The program type is primarily overnight, offering various sessions for different age groups and family camps. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Mo-Ranch show a strong rating of 4.7 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, with many reviewers praising the beautiful location, friendly staff, and diverse activities.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195175+ years operating

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Who thrives here Ages 8–15

Mo-Ranch 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: 1951 (75 years)
Operator: Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Adventure
Ages: 8–15
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 2229 FM 1340, Hunt, TX 78024, USA
Cost notes: USD. One-week session is $1095.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Mo-Ranch

What ages does Mo-Ranch accept?: Mo-Ranch is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Mo-Ranch cost?: Mo-Ranch publishes $1,095/week for the standard session. USD. One-week session is $1095. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Mo-Ranch's hours?: Mo-Ranch 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 Mo-Ranch accredited?: Yes — Mo-Ranch is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Mo-Ranch?: Mo-Ranch is operated by a faith-based organization, with 75 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 Mo-Ranch provide lunch?: Mo-Ranch 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.

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