Camp Mystic pulls plan to reopen this summer after backlash from grieving families
Camp Mystic has canceled its plans to reopen for the summer 2026 season following backlash from families grieving the loss of 27 people in a 2025 flood that devastated the Texas camp. The decision comes after public outcry and emotional testimony at a state hearing, where the camp's leadership faced criticism for moving forward with operations. Camp officials stated they chose to pause all activities to respect the ongoing grief of affected families and the broader community.
- ▪Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp in Hill Country, Texas, canceled its summer 2026 reopening plans after public backlash.
- ▪A flash flood in July 2025 killed 27 people, including 25 campers and two counselors, at the camp located in Hunt, Texas.
- ▪Camp director Richard Eastland died while attempting to rescue campers during the 2025 flooding.
- ▪The camp's reversal came after a tearful apology by the director at a state hearing attended by lawmakers and grieving families.
- ▪Camp leaders stated they would prioritize healing over reopening, acknowledging they cannot undo the loss suffered by families and the community.
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Texas Camp Mystic pulls plan to reopen this summer after backlash from grieving families The all-girls Christian camp had planned to welcome 900 attendees in late May before reversing course By Bonny Chu Fox News Published April 30, 2026 5:21pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Texas camper rescued from Camp Mystic shares story Tara Bradburn and her daughter Callie McAlary reflect on the tragic flooding in Central Texas on 'Fox Report.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Camp Mystic announced Thursday it will not reopen its facility for the summer 2026 season, marking a major shift in recovery plans following a catastrophic flood that killed 27 people last year.
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