April 30, 2026 – Camp Mystic announced it will not reopen for the upcoming summer season, citing the ongoing grief of families and continuing investigations into last year’s tragedy at the longtime Hill Country camp. Previously, the camp had planned a partial reopening for 2026 at its Cypress Lake location, but this was met with significant backlash from the public and families, according to Facebook posts and reports. In a statement released this week, camp leadership said the decision was made after careful consideration of the emotional toll still felt by campers, staff, and the broader...