Camp Rappahannock
Salvation Army overnight camp offering a variety of activities in a Christian environment.
▌ Editor's read The provided website, sa-md.org/centralmaryland/summer-camp-registration/, loads successfully and details the summer camp program for Camp Rappahannock. The camp is an overnight program for children aged 7-12, with a remarkably low cost of $25 per week. It is operated by The Salvation Army Central Maryland, indicating a church-based ownership. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for 'Camp Rappahannock' or 'Salvation Army Central Maryland'. There is no specific information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or explicit mention of staff background checks on the registration page. Google reviews for 'Camp Rappahannock' are limited, with one review giving 5 stars, but no significant volume to draw conclusions. The Facebook handle for The Salvation Army Central Maryland is 'salvationarmycentralmaryland', but no Instagram handle is listed. The camp emphasizes character building and outdoor activities, consistent with The Salvation Army's mission.
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Rappahannock is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: Overnight
- Address: 10000 Camp Rappahannock Rd, Richardsville, VA 22736
- Phone: (540) 399-9000
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Flat fee of $25.00 for a one-week session. The website shows 2023 information, 2026 details are assumed to be similar.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Rappahannock
- What ages does Camp Rappahannock accept?
- Camp Rappahannock is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Rappahannock cost?
- Camp Rappahannock publishes $25/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Rappahannock's hours?
- Camp Rappahannock runs Overnight. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Rappahannock?
- Camp Rappahannock is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Rappahannock provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Rappahannock 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock.
- Camp Rappahannock (formerly Camp Happyland) · Richardsville, VA