What ages does Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center accept?

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Rec @ Wilderness Park Center cost?

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center publishes $256/week for the standard session. A 3% fee will apply to all credit card transactions. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center's hours?

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center runs 8:00 AM - 5:30 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 Rec @ Wilderness Park Center?

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center 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 Rec @ Wilderness Park Center provide lunch?

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–12

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center

Wilderness Park · $256/week · ★ 4.5 (418 reviews)

Nature-focused day camp at Wilderness Park with outdoor exploration and environmental education.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Redondo Beach's online registration portal, specifically detailing 'Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center' as a day camp for ages 5-12. The camp is operated by the City of Redondo Beach Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The program runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with extended care options available, confirming it as a day camp. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the page, 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 'Wilderness Park Center Redondo Beach' show a rating of 4.7 stars based on 228 reviews, with many comments praising the park's natural beauty and suitability for children, though these reviews are for the park itself rather than the specific camp program.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center 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: 6–12
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Address: 1102 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Phone: (310) 318-0610
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: A 3% fee will apply to all credit card transactions.

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center

What ages does Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center accept?: Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Rec @ Wilderness Park Center cost?: Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center publishes $256/week for the standard session. A 3% fee will apply to all credit card transactions. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center's hours?: Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center runs 8:00 AM - 5:30 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 Rec @ Wilderness Park Center?: Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center 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 Rec @ Wilderness Park Center provide lunch?: Camp Rec @ Wilderness Park Center 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.

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