John Knox Ranch
Summer Camp
Summer Camp
Accredited by The American Camp Association (ACAcamps.org)
Flood Monitoring and Safety Plan
The tragedy in the Kerrville area is devastating and very scary. Our hearts are with all of the camp community and families who were impacted. We know that kids need camp experiences. At the link below you will find resources and FAQs regarding the steps we take to keep your campers safe.
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- Complete your camp forms
- Send an email to your camper
- Pay your balance
- See pictures from your session
Click here to Log in to your UltraCamp account - Complete your camp forms
- Send an email to your camper
- Pay your balance
- See pictures from your session
Summer Camp
We had a fantastic summer 2025 season! We are either napping, fixing something, or planning a retreat. If you are interested in summer camp, join our email list below so that we can notify you as soon as we release our 2026 summer camp dates.
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2025 Summer Camp Dates
John Knox Ranch is a Summer Camp and Retreat Center in the beautiful Texas hill-country. Learn more and register below. What does a day at resident camp look like? Learn here.
$320 per session
Week 1 - June 2-6
Week 2 - June 9-13
Week 3 - June 16-20
Week 4 - June 23-27
Week 5 - July 7-11
Week 6 - July 14-18
Week 7 - July 21-25
Week 8 - July 28 - Aug 1
Week 1 - June 2-6
Week 2 - June 9-13
Week 3 - June 16-20
Week 4 - June 23-27
Week 5 - July 7-11
Week 6 - July 14-18
Week 7 - July 21-25
Week 8 - July 28 - Aug 1
$330 per session
4 days - May 31- June 3
4 days - June 18-21
4 days - May 31- June 3
4 days - June 18-21
$600 per session
1 week - June 22-27
1 week - July 20-25
1 week - July 27- Aug 1
1 week - June 22-27
1 week - July 20-25
1 week - July 27- Aug 1
9 day - June 8-16 $810 5th-9th gr
2 week- July 6-18 $975
1 week - July 20-25 $600
2 week- July 6-18 $975
1 week - July 20-25 $600
9 day - June 8-16 $810
2 week - July 6-18 $975
2 week - July 6-18 $975
A week-long backpacking trip in the Colorado Rocky Mountains
June 22-28 $1,150
Cost includes airfare!
June 22-28 $1,150
Cost includes airfare!
Campers will camp out each night at JKR, sleeping in hammocks and simple covered shelters. Our classic resident camp program will be the foundation of the experience while also adding in camping experiences like outdoor cooking, hiking, fire building, etc.
- 9 day - June 8-16 $810
- 1 week - July 20-25 $600
A weekend of Summer Camp Fun for the Whole Family
Spring. March 14-16, 2025
Summer. August 22-24, 2025
Spring. March 14-16, 2025
Summer. August 22-24, 2025
- Screen Cabin $75/person
- Duplex Cabin with AC and bathroom $125/person.
- Casita Cabin: private building with AC, bathroom, kitchenette, comes with linens. $175 per person (limit 4 people per Casita)
- An additional $60 non-refundable deposit will be charged for each family (not per person) at registration
- Children 3 years old and younger are free
Single Days of Camp during school holidays
Monday, Oct 13, 2025
Monday, Nov 24, 2025
Monday, Jan 19, 2026
Monday, March 16, 2026
$69 per camper per day
9am to 3pm. Bring your own lunch.
Monday, Oct 13, 2025
Monday, Nov 24, 2025
Monday, Jan 19, 2026
Monday, March 16, 2026
$69 per camper per day
9am to 3pm. Bring your own lunch.
Are you searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of children and youth? Are you longing for a tangible way to grow in your faith and to share it with others? Do you love the outdoors and do you have a sense of adventure? Are you flexible, creative, patient, fun loving, kind, and responsible? Do you want to wear shorts and t-shirts to work every day this summer?
Seven Ways You can Support John Knox Ranch this Summer!
Click below to learn 7 Ways You can Support Camp Ministry at John Knox Ranch this Summer.
- Pre-Summer Tours of CampSchedule a tour of campCamp is on the way, and we would love to invite you and your family to see camp! Come on out to see where the magic happens! Whether this is your kiddo's first summer with us, or if you'd like a more in-depth view into what your camper does at camp, these tours are a resource to all of our camp family. All tours will be conducted by a member of our full-time staff. Click the link below to schedule.
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Work outside, make life-long friends, positively impact kids' lives, grow in your faith
- Summer StaffAre you searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of children and youth? Are you longing for a tangible way to grow in your faith and to share it with others? Do you love the outdoors and do you have a sense of adventure? Are you flexible, creative, patient, fun loving, kind, and responsible? Do you want to wear shorts and t-shirts to work every day this summer?Learn More & Apply
John Knox Ranch has offered Summer Camp opportunities for children and youth ages 4–18 since 1963.
In addition to making sure we have tons of fun and make life-long memories, we structure all our activities with the following goals in mind:
That campers and staff...
That campers and staff...
- Grow closer to God
- Learn new skills
- Become more confident in their leadership abilities
- Experience Christian community
- Gain and appreciation for the natural world
There is simply no place like camp, and we believe there is no place more magical than JKR!
We want everyone to have an opportunity to come to camp. Scholarship applications are available through the registration portal.
We want everyone to have an opportunity to come to camp. Scholarship applications are available through the registration portal.
Camp Gear
Check out our online camp store!
Take a Tour of Camp!
Imagine you are on a bike ride zooming around camp as you pass screen cabins, duplex cabins, showerhouse, arts and crafts, the office, and Blue Hole.
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