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▌ Religious · Ages 12–13

Camp McDowell - Junior High

Nauvoo, AL · $500/week

A faith-based overnight camp for 7th and 8th graders with a focus on community and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp McDowell's website, mcdowellsummercamp.org, loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp programs, including a specific Junior High session. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to recognized standards for health, safety, and program quality. While a specific state license number was not found on the website, ACA accreditation often overlaps with state requirements. The camp is owned and operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama, classifying it as a church-affiliated organization. The program type is overnight, with sessions lasting a week. The website states that all staff undergo background checks. On Google, Camp McDowell has a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 179 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children, the caring staff, and the beautiful natural environment. Social media handles found are @campmcdowell on Instagram and 'campmcdowell' on Facebook, both actively updated.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Who thrives here Ages 12–13

Camp McDowell - Junior High is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious 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
Yes
Established
Not listed
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Religious
  • Ages: 12–13
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 105 Delong Rd, Nauvoo, AL 35578
  • Phone: (205) 387-1806
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $500 per camper for the session (July 7-12).

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

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on spiritual growth
  • Beautiful natural setting

↘ Watch for

  • Limited session length

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp McDowell - Junior High

What ages does Camp McDowell - Junior High accept?
Camp McDowell - Junior High is open to children ages 12–13. 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 - Junior High cost?
Camp McDowell - Junior High publishes $500/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp McDowell - Junior High's hours?
Camp McDowell - Junior High 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 - Junior High accredited?
Yes — Camp McDowell - Junior High is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 - Junior High?
Camp McDowell - Junior High 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 McDowell - Junior High provide lunch?
Camp McDowell - Junior High 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 - Junior High compare to other religious camps in Nauvoo?
Camp McDowell - Junior High 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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