A bankrupt Camp Mystic seeks to sell the property as its legal troubles grow
Summary
Camp Mystic, a private Christian girls' camp in Texas where 27 people died in a 2025 flood, has filed for bankruptcy and proposes to sell its land and assets. The camp's owners hope a buyer will keep the camp's original purpose, but lawsuits and investigations are ongoing.Key Facts
- Camp Mystic is a 100-year-old girls' camp in Texas along the Guadalupe River.
- In July 2025, a flood killed 25 campers and 2 counselors, plus the camp owner.
- The camp filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on September 25, planning to sell its 749 acres and other property.
- The sale hopes to attract a buyer who will keep the camp's mission, but this is not required.
- Families of victims oppose reopening or repairing damaged buildings and are involved in lawsuits.
- State police are investigating whether crimes like manslaughter or negligence occurred.
- A state inquiry found many counselors were not trained for floods and earlier evacuation could have saved lives.
- The bankruptcy plan needs court approval, and families affected will be able to respond to it.
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