Camp Ozark - Session D
A high-energy, Christian-based overnight summer camp in Arkansas with a wide variety of activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Ozark's website loads successfully, presenting a professional and activity-rich environment. It is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2024, indicating compliance with recognized safety and quality standards. The camp, founded by Pat and Susan Miller, has been operating for 75 years, suggesting a long-standing tradition and experience in youth camping. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Ozark is an overnight camp with a Christian focus, offering over 150 activities. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive impact on their children's spiritual growth and overall experience.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Ozark - Session D 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
- Yes
- Established
- 1951 (75 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 155 Camp Ozark Dr, Mt Ida, AR 71957, USA
- Phone: (870) 867-4131
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Session Price: $2595 USD. Includes lodging, meals, and all activities.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (1 one-week), from Jun 14 to Jun 20.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session D Jun 14 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $2,595
↗ What parents like
- Christian-based program
- Over 150 activities
- Focus on spiritual growth
↘ Watch for
- Waitlists are common
- Can be expensive
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Ozark - Session D
- What ages does Camp Ozark - Session D accept?
- Camp Ozark - Session D 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 Ozark - Session D cost?
- Camp Ozark - Session D publishes $2,595/week for the standard session. Session Price: $2595 USD. Includes lodging, meals, and all activities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Ozark - Session D's hours?
- Camp Ozark - Session D 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 Ozark - Session D accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ozark - Session D is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Ozark - Session D?
- Camp Ozark - Session D is operated by a private business, with 75 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 Ozark - Session D provide lunch?
- Camp Ozark - Session D 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Ozark - Session D.
- Camp Ozark · Mount Ida, AR · Ages 7–17 · $40/week