Camp Olympia
Camp Olympia is a premier overnight summer camp in Trinity, Texas, offering over 45 activities for boys and girls...
▌ Editor's read Camp Olympia's website, campolympia.com, loads successfully and presents as a professional overnight summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The camp, founded by Richard and Kathy Buckheit, has been operating for 56 years, since 1968, and is a for-profit entity. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Olympia offers over 45 activities for campers aged 6-16, including water sports, equestrian, and team sports. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 320 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive environment, diverse activities, and the lasting friendships their children make. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campolympia) and Facebook (campolympia) page.
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Camp Olympia 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
- 1970 (56 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 723 Olympia Dr, Trinity, TX 75862
- Phone: (936) 594-2541
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $2,385 for 7 days
Runs 24-hour residential, 8 sessions (2 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from May 31 to Aug 7.
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 · $4,660
- Session 2 Jun 14 – Jul 4, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,000
- Session 3 Jun 14 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $2,385
- Session 4 Jun 21 – Jul 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,800
- Session 5 Jul 5 – 25, 2026 · 3 weeks · $6,000
- Session 6 Jul 5 – 11, 2026 · 1 week · $2,385
- Session 7 Jul 12 – 25, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,800
- Session 8 Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,325
↗ What parents like
- Over 45 activity options
- Tech-free environment
- 1:4 staff-to-camper ratio
↘ Watch for
- No short-term options for older kids
- Deposit non-refundable after Jan 1
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Olympia
- What ages does Camp Olympia accept?
- Camp Olympia 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 Olympia cost?
- Camp Olympia publishes $2,385/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Olympia's hours?
- Camp Olympia 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 Olympia accredited?
- Yes — Camp Olympia is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 56 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 Olympia?
- Camp Olympia is operated by a private business, with 56 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 Olympia provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Olympia 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 Olympia compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Trinity?
- Camp Olympia is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Trinity 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 Olympia 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.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Olympia.
- Camp Olympia - SPARK Week · Camp Olympia · Ages 6–9 · $2,385/week
- Camp Olympia - Two-Week Session · Camp Olympia · Ages 7–16 · $2,400/week
- YMCA Camp Cullen — Teen Adventure Camp (Ages 13–17) · Trinity · Ages 13–17 · $1,350/week
- YMCA Camp Cullen — 1-Week Overnight Camp (Ages 7–12) · Trinity · Ages 7–12 · $1,350/week
- Operation Purple Camp - YMCA Camp Cullen · Trinity, TX · Ages 7–16