Located in the heart of Texas near Austin, EPIC Adventures summer camp is the only all outdoor adventure camp in Texas. Unlike most camps in Texas we explore different locations around the state enjoying what the Texas outdoors has to offer. Campers leave EPIC Adventures with a better understanding of themselves, leadership skills, the world around them, outdoor skills, and much more. Campers not only fully participate in all of the activities but learn how to do them on their own once they leave camp. Aside from safety, our number one goal is that campers have fun and leave more confident it what they can accomplish. 85% full for 2012!

Activities include Backpacking, Kayaking, Rafting, Rock Climbing, Camping, Cooking, Building Shelters, Caving, Canyoneering, Team Building, and Hiking. Activities are age appropriate and adjusted to each camper’s abilities helping to build confidence. All major gear is provided and comprehensive instruction is provided by well trained knowledgeable staff. Group sizes are small with a true 4:1 camper to guide ratio. Our coed guides have all completed at least one year of college, First Aid / CPR certified, have a passion for the outdoors and enjoy sharing the outdoors with teens. Trip Leaders are all upperclassmen or graduates, 21 years or older, clean driving record, have an advanced wilderness medical certification, First Aid / CPR certified, and have experience leading teens.


We are not a rehabilitation camp, boot camp, or a program for at risk youth. Campers who attend want to be there and are good kids!

As Dr. Harlin Roper and a group of Christian leaders prayed under a tree on a hill in south Dallas, they felt a call from God to found a camping ministry. On that spot November 11, 1937, Camp El Har, “Hill of God” was founded. Early camp leaders envisioned that all who entered the gates would be ministered to by God’s word in the midst of His beautiful creation. Their dream became a reality as the camp began to grow, becoming the first independent Christian camp in the state of Texas.
Today the facility is owned and operated by the Assemblies of God and functions as a nonprofit, year-round Christian camp and retreat center. It is beautifully nestled on 52 acres of wooded hills near Joe Pool Lake in southwest Dallas, and offers a variety of unique programs for both day and overnight campers.
The horses have been at the heart of Camp El Har since the very beginning. No matter what your experience level we have a horse that is appropriate for everyone. All of our horses are safe and friendly and our trained wranglers will welcome you with open arms.
At Camp El Har groups, ages 10 and up, can work together to improve communication and problem solving through our exciting team building ropes course! The course includes challenging activities both on the ground and in the air designed to keep everyone involved and engaged. We have seasoned instructors who work hard to ensure your group has a great time and is able to safely expand their boundaries.
Contact us with any questions. We hope to schedule your adventure with us soon!