Belonging is for everyone

Find your path at Camp Aranzazu.

A safe place to learn and grow

Experience classic camp activities, no matter your ability.

100 acres of fully accessible fun

From sailing to archery to bird watching, Camp Aranzazu is the perfect place.

100-Acre Accessible Residential Camp

Why Camp Aranzazu?

For twenty years, Camp Aranzazu has served tens of thousands of campers and their support staff from more than 55 counties in Texas. At Camp Aranzazu, campers of all ages and abilities can fully participate in and enjoy all the classic camp activities and then some — from sailing with the dolphins to archery, arts and crafts, a Challenge Course, kayaking, and bird watching. 

 

Camp Aranzazu is accredited by the American Camp Association and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that hosts groups of campers with disabilities, medical diagnoses, or other unique challenges. Besides our commitment to making every camp activity possible for every camper, we’re also committed to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for each camper and the staff who accompany them.

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We’re changing more than just the camp experience.

Built for Belonging

In partnership with organizations, we customize each camp experience so campers and staff feel like camp wasn’t just built accessibly—it was built for them.

Explore

Experience the Outdoors

Discover new friends, new activities, and new independence through interactions with the rich ecology of the Texas Gulf Coast.

Outside

Community Year-Round

Whether your group is out of school for the summer or looking for a fall retreat, there is space around the campfire and opportunity for community and connection.

“Z” marks the spot.

Celebrating 20 years of campers

Boating

32,500

campers and their support staff served at Camp Aranzazu

Clouds

50

partner organizations each year

100

acres of accessible grounds and buildings to explore

28

acres on Copano Bay are accessible via a 600-foot bridge

Course

14

full-time staff members

Tiles

7

million raised for the Camp Aranzazu Resiliency Fund

We are the sum of our stories.

Learn how Camp Aranzazu has impacted lives and made the Texas Gulf Coast accessible.

See it to believe it.

With dozens of activities and acres of coastline, our map is a great place to envision your journey.

Work at Camp Aranzazu!

Full time or part time, be the best part of camp for our campers.

 "Our campers have neuromuscular disorders that require constant attention and care, as well as special accommodations for their physical limitations. Year after year, Camp Aranzazu's staff listen to our campers' needs and make the week magical for them. Our campers call their time at Camp Aranzazu 'the Best Week of the Year!'"

Angela Moss, MDA Camp Director, Central and South Texas

“Our kids just want to be typical and enjoy life—and they can do that at Camp Aranzazu. This is a place where kids feel loved and accepted. Camp changes these kids, and the benefits last far beyond their time at camp."

Denise Hazen, Board Member and Creative Director of Aspire Accessories

"As a nurse, I see some of these kids at their worst, their sickest, their lowest. At camp, I see all of these kids at their absolute best. No IVs, no needles, no hospital beds… only time with friends, fresh air, and the challenge and triumph of new experiences. At camp, there’s a feeling of belonging, and an overwhelming sense of healing for the campers and for myself that can’t be described in words." 

Nathan Smith, BSN, RN, Driscoll Children’s Hospital

May the good times never end!

Read the Stories

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Our people matter.

Adventure belongs to everyone, always.