Texas Elks Camp
Texas Elks Children's Services Inc.
Texas Elks Camp is a free residential camp near Gonzales, Texas, on ten rural acres beside Palmetto State Park, serving Texas children ages 7 to 21 who have special needs or who are in foster care. Sessions run one week, arriving Sunday and departing Friday evening after an awards ceremony, and each session is grouped by age; the operator states there is no fee and accepts campers first-come, first-served. Campers stay in a 20,000-square-foot air-conditioned, handicap-accessible building and use a saltwater pool, turf sports field, archery range, basketball court and petting zoo, with nature walks, arts and crafts, fishing, cookouts and weekly dances, plus staffed outings to bowling alleys, movie theatres, indoor amusement centres and waterparks. Camp directors, counselors, counselors-in-training and nursing staff live on site for the duration of camp, three meals and an evening snack are served with special diets accommodated, and the camp states that children who require one-on-one attention or who use a wheelchair for all mobility are not eligible.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1Register → | Jun 14 – Jun 19, 2026 | 14–17 | Free | Past season |
| Session 2Register → | Jun 21 – Jun 26, 2026 | 11–13 | Free | Past season |
| Session 3Register → | Jun 28 – Jul 2, 2026 | 7–10 | Free | Past season |
PAST_SEASON; listed with an asterisk on site, footnote text not stated
Availability shown as of Aug 7, 2026.
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 Texas Elks Children's Services Inc. directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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Accreditations & licensing
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★★★★★marisa perezMy daughter has autism and a speech delay. This camp has been and will more than likely continue to be something she looks forward to every year. As soon as we pick her up, she's already asking about coming next year. Safe, caring, welcoming staff. Gorgeous location.
★★★★★Amy KilpatrickThe commodity with our vets is great. They help each other with the support of the staff.
★★★★★Michael MasseyTruly an amazing place. Wonderful staff. They definitely enjoy what they do and go out of their way to do it.
★★★★★Felicia PachecoMy son has been going here for 2 years, and he always has so much fun. So very thankful for Texas Elks Camp and helping those with special needs coming together for united place to feel as one.
★★★★★Veronica HolmesMy son liked it so much he can't wait to go back next year. Awesome camp program for the children.