Camp Holiday Trails
Camp Corral offers free, week-long summer camp experiences for children of military families, focusing on fun, friendship, and support.
▌ Editor's read Camp Corral operates as a free, week-long overnight summer camp program exclusively for children of military families, including those of fallen, wounded, or disabled service members. The program aims to provide a fun and supportive environment where campers can connect with peers who share similar experiences. While the website loads and provides extensive information about the camp's mission and programs, it does not appear to be accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). The site does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention specific background check procedures for staff. Camp Corral has a strong online presence with an Instagram handle @campcorral and a Facebook page 'campcorral'. Google reviews for 'Camp Corral' show an average rating of 4.9 stars from 100+ reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the supportive community created. The camp's 'About Us' section highlights its founding in 2011, indicating over a decade of operation.
Who thrives here Ages 6–18
Camp Holiday Trails is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–18
- Address: 400 Holiday Trails Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Phone: (434) 977-3781
- Cost notes: Free for children of wounded, ill, or fallen military heroes
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
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Camps near here
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- Dark Skies Bright Kids · Charlottesville, VA · Ages 8–11
- Camp Corral at Camp Holiday Trails · Charlottesville,, VA · Ages 8–15
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- Cloverlea Ranch Summer Camp · Santa Rosa, CA · Ages 6–14 · $450/week
- Cloverlea Ranch Summer Camp · Santa Rosa, CA · Ages 6–14 · $450/week