Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–11 · $2,275/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–11

Session 1B

Hunt, TX · $2,275/week

Camp La Junta is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in the Texas Hill Country, offering a wide range of...

▌ Editor's read Camp La Junta is an overnight summer camp for boys located in Hunt, Texas, and has been operating for 90 years, founded by Palmer and Mary Belle Bradley. The website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs and philosophy. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. They offer a wide array of activities including riflery, archery, horseback riding, watersports, and various team sports, emphasizing a non-competitive environment and character development. The camp states that all staff members undergo background checks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons' confidence and independence. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camp_lajunta and a Facebook page CampLaJunta.
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–11

Session 1B fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–11
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 131 Camp La Junta Rd, Hunt, TX 78024
  • Phone: (830) 238-4621
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $4550 for 2 weeks

Runs 24-hour residential, 6 sessions (0 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 2 to Jul 30.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1A Jun 2 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks
  • First Term Jun 2 – 27, 2026 · 4 weeks
  • Session 1B Jun 15 – 27, 2026 · 2 weeks
  • Session 2A Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks
  • Second Term Jul 5 – 30, 2026 · 4 weeks
  • CIT Session 2A Jul 18 – 30, 2026 · 2 weeks

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on character development
  • Wide range of activities

↘ Watch for

  • No girls allowed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Session 1B

What ages does Session 1B accept?
Session 1B is open to children ages 6–11. 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 Session 1B cost?
Session 1B publishes $2,275/week for the standard session. $4550 for 2 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Session 1B's hours?
Session 1B 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.
Does Session 1B provide lunch?
Session 1B 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 Session 1B compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt?
Session 1B 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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