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▌ Religious · Ages 10–11

Camp McDowell - Elementary II

Nauvoo, AL · $300/week

Camp McDowell offers a faith-based overnight summer camp experience for elementary-aged children, focusing on outdoor activities and spiritual growth in a na...

▌ Editor's read Camp McDowell's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating compliance with over 200 health and safety standards. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, suggesting a rich history and established program. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Camp McDowell is an overnight camp, offering various sessions for different age groups, including the Elementary II program. It is owned and operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama. The camp has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from over 300 Google reviews, frequently praising its beautiful natural setting, engaging activities, and positive impact on campers. Social media handles include @campmcdowell on Instagram and 'campmcdowell' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 10–11

Camp McDowell - Elementary II 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 religious 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
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Religious
  • Ages: 10–11
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 105 Delong Rd, Nauvoo, AL 35578

Runs 24-hour residential, 11 sessions (11 one-week), from May 22 to Jul 31.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 May 22 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $200
  • Session 2 May 24 – 28, 2026 · 1 week · $150
  • Session 3 May 25 – 28, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 4 May 28 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $300
  • Session 5 May 30 – Jun 6, 2026 · 2 weeks
  • Session 6 Jun 5 – 8, 2026 · 1 week · $300
  • Session 7 Jun 13 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $600
  • Session 8 Jun 25 – 29, 2026 · 1 week · $400
  • Session 9 Jul 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 10 Jul 17 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $200
  • Session 11 Jul 24 – 31, 2026 · 2 weeks · $700

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp McDowell - Elementary II

What ages does Camp McDowell - Elementary II accept?
Camp McDowell - Elementary II is open to children ages 10–11. 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 Camp McDowell - Elementary II cost?
Camp McDowell - Elementary II publishes $300/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp McDowell - Elementary II's hours?
Camp McDowell - Elementary II 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 McDowell - Elementary II accredited?
Yes — Camp McDowell - Elementary II is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 McDowell - Elementary II?
Camp McDowell - Elementary II is operated by a faith-based organization, with 70 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 McDowell - Elementary II provide lunch?
Camp McDowell - Elementary II 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 Camp McDowell - Elementary II compare to other religious camps in Nauvoo?
Camp McDowell - Elementary II is one of 12 religious camps in Nauvoo 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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