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Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp

Hillsborough County · $40/week

Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation offers affordable traditional summer day camps for children aged 5-16 across various community centers.

▌ Editor's read The Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation website (hcfl.gov/residents/parks-and-leisure/summer-camps) loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their summer camp offerings. These are traditional day camps for children aged 5-16, held at various community centers throughout Hillsborough County. The cost is listed as $40 per week, making it a highly affordable option. The site explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, which is common for municipal programs, the county's oversight provides a level of accountability. Google reviews for 'Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the facilities and programs. Social media handles for Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation are @hillsboroughcounty on Instagram and 'HillsboroughCountyParksandRec' on Facebook, where they actively post updates and photos.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Address: 6105 E Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33617
  • Phone: (813) 744-5978
  • Cost notes: Summer camp is offered in sessions. Payment is due upon registration. TRADITIONAL, TEEN, and ADAPTIVE camps • Session 1 - $160 per four-week session. • Session 2 - $200 per five-week session SKATE camp • Session 1 - $240 per four-week session. • Session 2 - $300 per five-week session. ECO-ADVENTURE and • Session 1 - $240 per four-week session (Carrollwood Village Park). • Session 2 - $240 per four-week session (Riverview Civic Center).

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp

What ages does Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp accept?
Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp 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 Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp cost?
Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp publishes $40/week for the standard session. Summer camp is offered in sessions. Payment is due upon registration. TRADITIONAL, TEEN, and ADAPTIVE camps • Session 1 - $160 per four-week session. • Session 2 - $200 per five-week session SKATE camp • Session 1 - $240 per four-week session. • Session 2 - $300 per five-week session. ECO-ADVENTURE and • Session 1 - $240 per four-week session (Carrollwood Village Park). • Session 2 - $240 per four-week session (Riverview Civic Center). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp?
Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp 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 Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp provide lunch?
Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp 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 Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Tampa?
Recreation Administration Office Traditional Summer Camp is one of 21 traditional day camp camps in Tampa 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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