Camp Rio Vista - 3B
Second half of the third two-week session at Camp Rio Vista for boys.
▌ Editor's read Camp Rio Vista is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as stated on their 'About Us' page and confirmed by the ACA search tool. The camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by Frank Harrison in 1924, indicating a long history and established program. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'Staff' page, which is a strong indicator of supervision. Furthermore, the camp mentions that all staff undergo background checks, as detailed on their 'Staff' page under 'Safety'. The camp's social media presence includes active Instagram (@vistacamps) and Facebook (@VistaCamps) accounts, showcasing camp life and activities.
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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 - 3B 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 →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 175 Rio Vista Rd, Mountain Home, TX 78058
- Phone: (830) 238-4670
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $3925 for the session
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 19 to Aug 1.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 3B Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,925
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Rio Vista - 3B
- What ages does Camp Rio Vista - 3B accept?
- Camp Rio Vista - 3B 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 - 3B cost?
- Camp Rio Vista - 3B publishes $1,963/week for the standard session. $3925 for the session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Rio Vista - 3B's hours?
- Camp Rio Vista - 3B 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 - 3B accredited?
- Yes — Camp Rio Vista - 3B 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 - 3B?
- Camp Rio Vista - 3B 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 - 3B provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Rio Vista - 3B 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.
- How does Camp Rio Vista - 3B compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Mountain Home?
- Camp Rio Vista - 3B is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Mountain Home 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Rio Vista - 3B 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 - 3B.
- Camp Rio Vista · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
- Camp Rio Vista - 1A · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
- Camp Rio Vista - 1B · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
- Camp Rio Vista - 2A · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
- Camp Rio Vista - 2B · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $2,375/week
- Camp Rio Vista - 3A · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $1,963/week
- Camp Rio Vista - First Term · Texas Hill Country · Ages 6–16 · $1,963/week