Copano Bay
Campers can spend time sailing or kayaking in Copano Bay, home to a diverse ecosystem of native birds like the whooping crane, finfish including red drum, black drum, flounder and trout, as well as shellfish such as oysters.
Viewing Platform
See what types of plants and animals are living in the wetlands from your perch on the accessible Viewing Platform.
Fishing Pond
Stocked with fish who like to be caught, kissed and released! Don’t forget to make a wish as you toss your fish back in the pond.
Kayaking, Canoeing, Paddle Boarding Lake
Practice your paddling skills in this shallow, inland lake. We offer kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding.
Wetlands
Campers can experience this unique ecosystem and learn how wetlands provide food and habitat for native wildlife.
Fire Pit
Best place for campfire, s’mores and singing in all of Aransas County.
Challenge Course
Campers of all abilities can climb, zip and test their limits on the Challenge Course, all while having the power to choose their challenge.
Screamer
Are you brave enough to try the Screamer? This giant swing produces just as many laughs as it does screams. You can choose how high you go.
Nature Hut
During the summer, meet our critters, including snakes, guinea pigs, mice and hedgehogs. Also learn about South Texas flora and fauna.
Boardwalks
Accessible Boardwalks allow campers to glide above the wetlands and explore nature up close.
Boardwalks
Accessible Boardwalks allow campers to glide above the wetlands and explore nature up close.
Bird Blind
Built by student volunteers from UT’s Gulf Coast DesignLab, the Bird Blind allows excellent views of native birds, wetlands and tidal pools.
Hummingbird Plaza
Enjoy the coastal breezes under this all-purpose covered area for games, skits, basketball, hockey and more.
Entrance
Look for the Camp Aranzazu logo in the air off of Loop 1781.
Fire Pit
Best place for campfire, s’mores and catching the sunset over Copano Bay
Bridge to Copano Bay
This massive, accessible bridge takes campers across Loop 1781 to our 27 acres of waterfront and wetlands to discover Copano Bay.
Welcome Center & Dining Hall
The 10,000 square-foot Welcome Center and Dining Hall includes the Whataburger/Dobson Family Kitchen, as well as staff offices.
Tree House Cabin 3
This cabin is used primarily to house summer staff.
Nature Education Building
Perfect shady spot on Copano Bay utilized for waterfront programming and environmental education.
Archery Range
Our accessible archery range is a perfect place for campers to master new skills and practice their aim.
Health Center
Visit the homey Health Center to take medicine and receive treatments while at camp. Two bedrooms are available for medical staff (five beds total). Equipped with nurse’s station and treatment rooms.
Sanctuary
See the custom-designed stained glass windows depicting Our Lady of Aranzazu. This air-conditioned area can be used for ceremonies, yoga, reflection and more.
Party Pool
Our new Party Pool has a maximum depth of four feet making it the perfect place to can enjoy the cooled water and hang out with friends.
Cabin Parking
Park here for easy cabin access.
Classic Pool
Enjoy dips in our accessible classic pool with shallow and deep ends.
Bird's Nest Cabin 5
Bird’s Nest and High Tide look similar. Can you spot the difference? This four-room cabin also holds up to 52 campers, has en suite restrooms and air conditioning.
Sarofim Creative Arts Center
Spend some time getting to know your creative side in the Sarofim Creative Arts Center, with a variety of fine arts programs developed in conjunction with artists from the Rockport Center for the Arts. We also have a kitchen for cooking classes.
Guest Parking
Park here and check in at the Welcome Center if you are just visiting or arriving for camp.
High Tide Cabin 6
High Tide is our newest cabin, named after local aquatic life. This four-room cabin holds up to 52 campers, has en suite restrooms and air conditioning.
Hilltop Cabin 4
This two-room cabin holds up to 26 campers, has en suite restrooms and air conditioning. These rooms are named after local wildflowers.
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