Camp Aranzazu

Camp Aranzazu is a fully accessible residential camp with campers of all ages and abilities. Campers can take part in sailing, fishing, birdwatching, a challenge course, kayaking, archery, arts and crafts, climbing wall adaptations, and ziplining with a pulley system. The camp is open year-round.

Programs

• Camp Aranzazu — Campers of all ages and abilities · Operating year-round · A fully accessible residential camp that hosts groups of campers with disabilities, medical diagnoses, or other unique challenges.
• Teens Living with Cancer — Teen oncology and blood disorder patients · A Driscoll Children's Hospital program hosted at Camp Aranzazu.
• Camps tailored to specific health needs — Campers with cancer, epilepsy, autism and asthma · Operating year-round · Partner organizations host camps tailored to specific health needs.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• General schedule: Operating year-round.

About the provider

Camp Aranzazu was founded in 2006 and is described as having served campers and their support staff for twenty years. It is accredited by the American Camp Association and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Camp Aranzazu partners with organizations to customize camp experiences and host camps tailored to specific health needs.

Campers of all ages and abilities can fully participate in classic camp activities. The camp is built for belonging and barrier-free access. It is open year-round.

What families say

“Our campers have neuromuscular disorders that require constant attention and care, as well as special accommodations for their physical limitations. Year after year, Camp Aranzazu's staff listen to our campers' needs and make the week magical for them. Our campers call their time at Camp Aranzazu 'the Best Week of the Year!'” — Angela Moss, MDA Camp Director, Central and South Texas

“Our kids just want to be typical and enjoy life—and they can do that at Camp Aranzazu. This is a place where kids feel loved and accepted. Camp changes these kids, and the benefits last far beyond their time at camp.” — Denise Hazen, Board Member and Creative Director of Aspire Accessories

Last updated November 2, 2026.