What ages does Camp Rio Vista accept?

Camp Rio Vista is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Rio Vista cost?

Camp Rio Vista publishes $1,963/week for the standard session. $3925 for a two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Rio Vista's hours?

Camp Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista accredited?

Yes — Camp Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista?

Camp Rio Vista is operated by a private business, 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 Rio Vista provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Rio Vista includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–16

Camp Rio Vista

Texas Hill Country · $1,963/week

Traditional boys' overnight camp in the Texas Hill Country offering a wide range of activities and character...

▌ Editor's read Camp Rio Vista is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid until 2025, as evidenced by their ACA logo and link on the footer of their website. The camp boasts a long history, operating for over 90 years since its founding in 1933 by Marvin and Sara Jo Ragsdale, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They maintain a favorable staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is explicitly mentioned on their 'Safety' page. The camp also clearly states that all staff undergo background checks, as detailed on their 'Safety' page under the 'Staff' section. This information, combined with their active social media presence on Instagram and Facebook, suggests a well-established and transparent operation.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 193690+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Rio Vista 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: Yes
Established: 1936 (90 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–16
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 1354 Rio Vista Rd, Ingram, TX 78025, USA
Phone: (830) 367-5353
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $3925 for a two-week session.

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 21 to Jul 3.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session Second Term Jun 21 – Jul 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,925

↗ What parents like

Separate camps for boys and girls
Wide range of activities

↘ Watch for

No shorter than one week sessions

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Rio Vista

What ages does Camp Rio Vista accept?: Camp Rio Vista is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Rio Vista cost?: Camp Rio Vista publishes $1,963/week for the standard session. $3925 for a two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Rio Vista's hours?: Camp Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista accredited?: Yes — Camp Rio Vista 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 Rio Vista?: Camp Rio Vista is operated by a private business, 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 Rio Vista provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Rio Vista includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Rio Vista with other camps.

How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.

Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Rio Vista.

Camp Rio Vista · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $1,619/week