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Camp Cho-Yeh

Livingston, Texas · Nondenominational · overnight + day

At a glance

ACA-accredited nondenominational camp in Livingston with overnight and day programs. Carolina Creek is now under the Cho-Yeh family — we list Cho-Yeh, not a second invented camp.

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CampFactor v1 · method dated 2026-09-06 · last reviewed 2026-09-02 · How we rank

Photo: Camp Cho-Yeh official site

Our research

Cho-Yeh’s story page dates the camp to 1947 in Livingston, about an hour north of Houston. The mission on that page is “to be a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives through meaningful relationships and outdoor adventures.” CCCA and ECFA profiles describe it as nondenominational.

Overnight programs are published by entering grade: Explorers (1–5), Pathfinders (6–8), Sojourners (9–10), Capstone (11), plus Leaders in Training for graduating seniors. Day camp is entering grades 1–5.

Rates checked September 29, 2026: the dates-and-rates page says summer 2027 registration opens October 15, 2026, summer 2026 registration is closed, and updated dates and rates are coming soon. It also displays rate cards without a clear season label. We have not treated those cards as a confirmed 2027 price.

The official application is linked from the overnight program. The dates-and-rates page warns that its availability table is not real time. Confirm the exact program, tuition, registration fee, and session in that application before paying.

The published payment policy says tuition and forms are due 30 days before the session, or immediately when enrolling within 30 days. Cancellations within 24 hours receive a full refund; after that, the $150 registration fee ($300 for Quest) is nonrefundable. Cancellation within 30 days forfeits the full tuition. Check the current policy for the session you choose.

Before you choose

For 2027 costs, wait for the official dates-and-rates update or confirm with the registrar. The page mixes a future registration notice with rate cards that do not identify their season.

Confirm these details for your child’s exact session:

Eligible ages or grades, session dates, and whether a parent or church leader registers.
Total cost, additional fees, payment deadlines, and refund terms before paying a deposit.
Faith programming, daily schedule, and how the camp handles your child’s needs.

A detail worth knowing

Cho-Yeh’s own announcement says Carolina Creek is now part of the Cho-Yeh family. Older “Carolina Creek Christian Camps” pages still circulate. Parents searching that name should start at cho-yeh.org, not a stale third-party listing.

Details from the camp

Est. 1947; name from Alabama-Coushatta language, “land of tall pines”
Overnight: Explorers 1–5, Pathfinders 6–8, Sojourners 9–10, Capstone 11, LIT for graduating seniors
Day camp for entering grades 1–5
Cho-Yeh announced that Carolina Creek (Huntsville) is now part of the Cho-Yeh family

CampFactor position #10

CampFactor evidence

CampFactor: 85 confirmed points /100

17 of 20 features checked · 15 points still unconfirmed

Scored program: Overnight camp journey, incoming grades 1–12 plus graduated-senior leadership options; activities vary by grade program.

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Faith & community: 20/20 confirmed

Confirmed: Official Christian mission or faith basis
Cho-Yeh’s mission centers on Jesus Christ transforming lives through relationships and outdoor adventure.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Published worship, Bible, or devotional element
A typical day includes Bible study and a cabin devotional at bedtime.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Published cabin or small-group community structure
Most cabins use a six-to-one camper-to-counselor ratio for small-group time.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Published faith/program leadership context or church relationship
Counselors are described as modeling the camp’s Christian mission through words and actions.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06

Activities & outdoors: 20/20 confirmed

Confirmed: Named activity family
Archery and tomahawks are listed target activities.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Second distinct activity family
Arts and crafts provide a separate creative activity.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Named outdoor or nature program or setting used by campers
H2Cho activities use the lake and pool; the page also lists Lake Evelyn and a zipline.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Published choice, elective, or age-tailored activity structure
The overnight journey has separate grade-based programs from Explorers through senior leadership options.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06

Age/program fit: 20/20 confirmed

Confirmed: Exact eligible ages or grades
Explorers serves incoming grades 1–5, Pathfinders 6–8, Sojourners 9–10, and Capstone 11; Crew and LIT serve older teens.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Dates or session lengths
The program describes a week of Alpha/Omega team events ending in Paint Wars.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Day or overnight format
The scored offering is explicitly overnight camp.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Registration path and group-versus-individual model
Families can enroll through the overnight page’s registration link and choose the grade-appropriate program.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06

Camper support information: 20/20 confirmed

Confirmed: Published health or medication process
All medications go to the Health Center at Sunday check-in; medical staff dispense them at meals and bedtime.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Published dietary or allergy accommodation process
Families must describe allergies on the Health History form so staff can plan accommodation.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Accessibility or additional-needs guidance
The FAQ specifically addresses ADD/ADHD: note it on the health history and turn any medication in to the Health Center.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Confirmed: Parent communication, packing, or arrival guidance
The FAQ explains that routine parent calls and visits are not allowed; staff contact families when persistent homesickness needs a joint plan.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06

Planning & value information: 5/20 confirmed

Not yet confirmed: Current price or fee
Not yet confirmed: Published inclusions or extra costs
Confirmed: Aid, scholarship, payment, or discount information
Families may pay in installments, with all fees due at least 30 days before the session.
Official source · checked 2026-09-06
Not yet confirmed: Cancellation or refund policy

Unknown means we have not confirmed the criterion. It does not mean the camp lacks the feature.