What ages does Camp Rio Vista accept?

Camp Rio Vista 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.

How much does Camp Rio Vista cost?

Camp Rio Vista publishes $2,375/week for the standard session. $2375 for a one-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Rio Vista's hours?

Camp Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista accredited?

Yes — Camp Rio Vista is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Rio Vista?

Camp Rio Vista is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Rio Vista provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Rio Vista 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.

How does Camp Rio Vista compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Mountain Home?

Camp Rio Vista is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Mountain Home 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 Rio Vista

Texas Hill Country · $2,375/week · ★ 4.9 (67 reviews)

Traditional boys' overnight camp in the Texas Hill Country offering a wide range of activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Rio Vista is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed on their 'About Us' page and the ACA search tool. The camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by Frank Harrison in 1929, indicating a long-standing tradition in summer camping. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'Safety' page, which is a strong indicator of supervision. Furthermore, the 'Safety' page also mentions that all staff undergo background checks, demonstrating a commitment to camper safety. The camp is privately owned and operated, falling under the 'for-profit' category. Social media handles for Instagram and Facebook are readily available on their website.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 193690+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Rio Vista 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: 1936 (90 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–16
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 175 Rio Vista Rd, Mountain Home, TX 78058
Phone: (830) 238-4670
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $2375 for a one-week session.

Runs 24-hour residential, 9 sessions (4 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Aug 1.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session First Term Jun 7 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,925
Session 1A Jun 7 – 13, 2026 · 1 week · $2,375
Session 1B Jun 13 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $2,375
Session Second Term Jun 21 – Jul 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,925
Session 2A Jun 21 – 27, 2026 · 1 week · $2,375
Session 2B Jun 27 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $2,375
Session Third Term Jul 7 – Aug 1, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,475
Session 3A Jul 7 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,925
Session 3B Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,925

↗ What parents like

Separate camps for boys and girls
Wide range of activities

↘ Watch for

No shorter than one week sessions

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Rio Vista

What ages does Camp Rio Vista accept?: Camp Rio Vista 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.
How much does Camp Rio Vista cost?: Camp Rio Vista publishes $2,375/week for the standard session. $2375 for a one-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Rio Vista's hours?: Camp Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista accredited?: Yes — Camp Rio Vista is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Rio Vista?: Camp Rio Vista is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Rio Vista provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Rio Vista 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.
How does Camp Rio Vista compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Mountain Home?: Camp Rio Vista is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Mountain Home 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 Rio Vista 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.
Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.

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Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Rio Vista.

Camp Rio Vista - 1A · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
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Camp Rio Vista - 2A · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
Camp Rio Vista - 2B · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
Camp Rio Vista - 3A · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $1,963/week
Camp Rio Vista - 3B · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $1,963/week
Camp Rio Vista - First Term · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $1,963/week