Camp Mystic faces bankruptcy after flood disaster

The Texas summer camp where a catastrophic flood killed 27 people last year, Camp Mystic, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it faces mounting legal and financial pressure.

The tragedy struck the longtime Christian summer camp for girls at the Guadalupe River site in the Texas Hill Country. According to court filings released Wednesday, the company reported more than $10 million in debt.

The bankruptcy move comes while families of flood victims continue to pursue lawsuits and demand answers about what happened during the disaster.

A state-ordered review found that campers and staff received limited training on how to respond to flood threats. Investigators are expected to release a full report later this year, while Texas Rangers continue a separate criminal investigation.

The camp, which has operated for nearly 100 years, canceled its 2026 season after public criticism of plans to reopen. Texas lawmakers have since approved stricter safety requirements for youth camps. 

While Chapter 11 allows organizations to continue operating during reorganization, court records show Camp Mystic is also considering liquidation if it cannot remain financially viable.