YMCA Camp Cullen is a nonprofit overnight (residential) summer camp on 530 acres along Lake Livingston in Trinity, Texas. Campers ages 7-17 attend week-long sessions from June through August with activities including horseback riding, climbing towers, zip lines, target sports, water sports and arts and crafts. Run by the YMCA of Greater Houston, it also hosts family and retreat programs in the off-season.
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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 YMCA of Greater Houston directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★RandiWhat a beautiful campground, they couldn’t have picked a better place for our CFS. Thank you so much to everyone at this facility for making our time here Amazing, you guys kept everything running so smoothly and there were no issues. Shout out to Shanice On the high ropes course for being a beast belayer and hype woman, I couldn’t have done it without you!!!!
★★★★★Chad ManselThese people are obviously dedicated to give these kids and young adults the most memorable experience possible. Not only are all the counselors staff just awesome and obviously love their jobs. There some of the friendliest people I've ever met. The food there was absolutely excellent. You can tell they spend quality time preparing each meal to make it not only very tasty and good but nutritious at the same time. I mean they seriously have a better salad bar than most restaurants I've ever gone to.
★★★★★NaKoreyn Shephard - FranciosI’ve never been camping in my 32yrs of living lol & I had my very first camping experiencing that I got to share with my son & his school & it was absolutely amazing! We stayed 2 days & 1 night & received an exorcising of a lifetime. From the staff, to the cabin staff to the activities everything was phenomenal. My son Desmond is a homebody & YMCA Camp Cullen gave him experience of nature that he hasn’t stopped talking about. Thank you KJ, Nia (we absolutely love Nia “Counselor NiNi), Peyton, Nancy & the entire staff that welcomed us & massage our stay fantastic! Looking forward to sending Desmond for a summer stay. 🧡
★★★★★Ahmed ElkhananyAmazing experience. We went with a group of almost 100 individuals. Everything was exceptionally well run. Cabins were very clean, and activities were very enjoyable. In one day we went from zip-lining, hatchets, rifling, canoeing, hiking, rock climbing and nightly campfire. It was incredible. Moreover, the entire guide team was very helpful, responsive and pleasant. We had a tiny issue with hot water not running and KJ immediately helped us to a new cabin. Overall, amazing experience and very much worth it.
★★★★Darius KimbleI saw deer running around as soon I turned into the camp grounds! It's peaceful and welcome. Surrounded by nature. Great views, decent activities. I will go again to experience more or if I just need a peaceful get away. Zip line was fun!