Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $210/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12

Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day

Hillcrest Park · $210/week · ★ 4.5 (44 reviews)

Camp Hillcrest offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12 in Fullerton, CA, focusing on games, crafts, and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read The City of Fullerton's Camp Hillcrest website loads successfully and provides information about their day camp program for children aged 5-12. The camp is operated by the municipal parks department, indicating a public entity manages the program. The program is a day camp, running from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and includes activities such as games, crafts, and outdoor play. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory. The website does not provide specific information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for the City of Fullerton Parks and Recreation Department generally show positive feedback, with a 4.3-star rating from 100+ reviews, often praising well-organized programs. Social media handles for the City of Fullerton are @cityoffullerton on Instagram and 'CityofFullerton' on Facebook, which feature general city updates rather than specific camp content.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given community/rec center program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 1155 N Lemon St, Fullerton, CA 92832
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day

What ages does Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day accept?
Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day cost?
Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day publishes $210/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day's hours?
Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day?
Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day provide lunch?
Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day compare to other community/rec center camps in Fullerton?
Camp Hillcrest Jun 15-19 Extended Day is one of 21 community/rec center camps in Fullerton that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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