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Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost a year after catastrophic floods killed 28
By Associated Press, Courtney Friedman, Adam Barraza at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas.Camp Mystic has been under increasing pressure since the July 4 disaster...
Key takeaway Camp Mystic has been under increasing pressure since the July 4 disaster.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The bankruptcy filing of Camp Mystic has significant implications for the Terrell Hills community, where many families have sent their daughters to the camp over the years. As a staple of summer activities in the Texas Hill Country, the camp's demise leaves a void in the local recreation landscape. The tragedy that befell Camp Mystic also raises questions about flood preparedness and emergency response in the region, particularly in areas prone to flash flooding like the Guadalupe River. With the camp's owner and other parties facing lawsuits, the community will be watching closely to see how the bankruptcy proceedings unfold and whether justice is served for the victims' families. The impact of the camp's closure will also be felt by local businesses that relied on the camp for summer revenue, highlighting the need for diverse economic development in the area to mitigate the effects of such losses.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas.Camp Mystic has been under increasing pressure since the July 4 disaster...
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