Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–15 · $625/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 12–15

Kayak Camp

Lookout Mountain, GA · $625/week · ★ 4.7 (86 reviews)

A traditional overnight summer camp experience for boys and girls on Lookout Mountain, focusing on outdoor...

▌ Editor's read Camp Lookout's website loads successfully, presenting a traditional overnight summer camp experience. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming adherence to recognized safety and operational standards. Founded by Dr. Glenn Bannerman, the camp boasts over 70 years of operation, indicating a long-standing presence and experience in youth camping. The website explicitly states a camper-to-staff ratio of 1:5 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks, emphasizing a commitment to supervision and safety. While specific state licensing information for Georgia was not readily available on the site, the ACA accreditation provides a strong indicator of compliance. Google reviews for 'Camp Lookout' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 107 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children, the caring staff, and the variety of activities offered. The camp offers a wide range of activities including kayaking, climbing, and arts and crafts, catering to diverse interests.
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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 12–15

Kayak Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 12–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3130 Highway 157, Rising Fawn, GA 30738

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 · $625
  • Session 2 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 3 Jun 15 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 4 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 5 Jun 28 – 30, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 6 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 7 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 8 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 9 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $625

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on outdoor activities
  • Focus on personal growth

↘ Watch for

  • No phone or email contact available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Kayak Camp

What ages does Kayak Camp accept?
Kayak Camp is open to children ages 12–15. 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 Kayak Camp cost?
Kayak Camp publishes $625/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Kayak Camp's hours?
Kayak 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.
Is Kayak Camp accredited?
Yes — Kayak Camp 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.
Does Kayak Camp provide lunch?
Kayak 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 Kayak Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Rising Fawn?
Kayak 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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