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Camp Glisson

Camp Glisson · $860/week

Camp Glisson is a United Methodist camp in Dahlonega, Georgia, offering a variety of overnight programs for youth in a natural setting since 1927.

▌ Editor's read Camp Glisson's website, glisson.org, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed on acacamps.org. The camp is owned and operated by the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church, established in 1927, making it over 90 years old. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Glisson primarily offers overnight programs for various age groups, including traditional camp, adventure camp, and specialty camps. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 347 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children, the beautiful natural setting, and the caring staff. The camp's founder/director, Rev. Dr. Mike Cash, is mentioned on the 'About Us' page. Social media handles found are @campglisson for Instagram and 'campglisson' for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–18

Camp Glisson is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure 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
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 7–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 690 Camp Glisson Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533
  • Cost notes: Village and Outpost camps are $860/week. Mini camps are available for a shorter duration and lower price.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Glisson

What ages does Camp Glisson accept?
Camp Glisson is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Glisson cost?
Camp Glisson publishes $860/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Glisson's hours?
Camp Glisson 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 Glisson accredited?
Yes — Camp Glisson is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Glisson?
Camp Glisson is operated by a faith-based organization, with 90 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 Glisson provide lunch?
Camp Glisson 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 Glisson compare to other adventure camps in Dahlonega?
Camp Glisson is one of 5 adventure camps in Dahlonega 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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