Camp Crystal Lake
Private
Camp Crystal Lake near Starke is owned and operated by the School Board of Alachua County on 140 wooded acres with three freshwater lakes, and has run outdoor education and traditional camp since 1948. Its residential (overnight) summer camp offers one- or two-week sessions for campers in grades 2-9, who each build a schedule from activities such as dance, archery, yoga, stand-up paddleboarding, and art. Alachua County resident tuition is about $600 (one week) or $1,440 (two weeks), with scholarships available.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Camp Crystal Lake directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★SoulqssIt was really fun until scary man with hockey mask tried to kill us :p
★★★★★Haitham Bou Ghannam HalawiGreat experience. Excellent staff. Nice location.
★★★★★Chris NolteOver all the place was incredible but... A guy came in to our cabin trying to kill us but failed, personally I thought is was a fun prank.
★★★★★isabelle KhalilaSpent a long weekend here and had an absolute blast! The lake is beautiful—serene and still, like it’s been untouched since the early ’80s. The cabins are rustic but cozy, and the staff made sure we had a slashing good time (pun very much intended). We stayed near the woods, which were perfect for late-night hikes… just don’t forget your flashlight. You never know what might be lurking behind the trees! There’s definitely a nostalgic charm to the whole place—feels like stepping into a classic summer camp from another era. Just be sure to follow the rules, be nice to the counselors, and maybe avoid wandering off alone at night. You know… just in case. Highly recommend for anyone who loves nature, campfire stories, and a little thrill now and then. Can’t wait to go back—maybe even on a Friday the 13th.
★★★★★Crystal SosnowskiMy son and I just got back from 3 day 5th grade trip to Camp Crystal and it was so awesome! The staff are super friendly and the stuff they do and activities we did were so fun! If you have the chance to go amd are ok with the outdoors i strongly I suggest you go experience this place with your child it will be a very good memory to have trust me :) just a few photos because i dont want to accidently post anothers child on a public post. I highly recommend!