Camp Mystic withdraws application for camp license, will not open this summer, representatives say
Camp Mystic has withdrawn its application for a 2026 camp license and will not open this summer, according to representatives. The decision follows public backlash and scrutiny after last summer's deadly Fourth of July floods that killed 27 girls at the camp. The camp had planned to reopen using only non-flooded areas, but faced opposition from victims' families and state officials.
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Local News Camp Mystic withdraws application for 2026 camp license, will not open this summer, representatives say By Briauna Brown Briauna Brown Briauna Brown is a digital content producer for CBS Texas and the South region. A longtime and versatile journalist, Briauna writes, edits and produces social media content for all CBS Texas digital platforms. Read Full Bio Briauna Brown Updated on: April 30, 2026 / 1:53 PM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google Camp Mystic has made the decision to withdraw its application for a summer 2026 camp license, meaning it will not reopen this season, according to a news release by camp representatives on Thursday.
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