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Camp Mystic Cancels Summer Reopening Following State Criticism and Safety Testimony

Camp Mystic Licensing and Closure·April 30 – April 30, 2026

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Camp Mystic Cancels Summer Reopening Following State Criticism and Safety Testimony

Camp Mystic will not reopen this summer after withdrawing its license application with the Texas Department of State Health Services license application withdrawn. The camp faced heavy criticism from state officials and families of victims following a fatal flash flood last year closed after deadly floods. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick also opposed plans for a new site location opposition to reopening. During a state hearing, the camp director admitted that their safety efforts were not enough to save the children who died testimony on safety failures.
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Camp Mystic opts to stay closed one summer after deadly Texas floods

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Camp Mystic won't reopen this summer

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Camp Mystic Cancels Plans to Reopen This Summer

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Camp Mystic director says 'we tried our hardest' in deadly flood: 'It wasn't enough to save your daughters'

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