Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–12 · $795/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–12

Horseback Camp

Lookout Mountain, GA · $795/week · ★ 4.7 (86 reviews)

A traditional overnight summer camp on Lookout Mountain, offering outdoor activities and personal growth in a...

▌ Editor's read Camp Lookout's website, camplookout.com, loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. The camp is located on Lookout Mountain, Georgia, and has been operating for over 50 years, founded by Dr. Mike and Mrs. Susan Johnson. It offers an overnight program with activities such as horseback riding, swimming, climbing, and arts and crafts, emphasizing character development and a 'no electronics' policy. The camp mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While the website does not explicitly state ACA accreditation, it does provide detailed information about its program and philosophy. Google reviews for 'Camp Lookout' in Rising Fawn, GA, show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and the caring staff. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram (@camplookout) and Facebook (camplookout).
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Since 197650+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

Horseback Camp 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 overnight/sleepaway 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
Not verified
Established
1976 (50 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 10–12
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3130 Highway 157, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
  • Phone: (706) 820-1163
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tiered pricing is available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 1 to Jul 31.

Sessions

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

  • Session 1 Jun 1 – 5, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 2 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 3 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 4 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 5 Jun 28 – 30, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 6 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 7 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 8 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $795
  • Session 9 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $795

↗ What parents like

  • Christ-centered community
  • Air-conditioned cabins
  • Horseback riding

↘ Watch for

  • No lunch provided

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Horseback Camp

What ages does Horseback Camp accept?
Horseback Camp is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Horseback Camp cost?
Horseback Camp publishes $795/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Horseback Camp's hours?
Horseback Camp 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.
Who runs Horseback Camp?
Horseback Camp is operated by a private business, with 50 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 Horseback Camp provide lunch?
Horseback Camp 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 Horseback Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn?
Horseback Camp is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn 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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