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Lakeview Day Camp

Lakeview Recreation Center · $195/week

Lakeview Day Camp, offered by the Peoria Park District, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12 with various activities and weekly ...

▌ Editor's read The Peoria Park District website (peoriaparks.org/programs/camps/) loads successfully and details various camp offerings, including Lakeview Day Camp. This camp is designed for children aged 5-12, running from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with a weekly cost of $195 for residents and $215 for non-residents. The program includes activities such as swimming, games, crafts, and field trips, with weekly themes like 'Super Hero Training' and 'Mad Scientist'. The Peoria Park District has a Google review rating of 4.4 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with general positive comments about park facilities and programs. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. The owner type is clearly municipal-parks, as it is operated by the Peoria Park District. Social media handles found are @peoriaparks for Instagram and peoriaparks for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Lakeview Day 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: 5–13
  • Hours: 7:30am-5:00pm
  • Address: 1013 W Lake Ave, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
  • Cost notes: $156 for Jun 15-19, Jul 6-10, and 6 due to holidays

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Lakeview Day Camp

What ages does Lakeview Day Camp accept?
Lakeview Day Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 Lakeview Day Camp cost?
Lakeview Day Camp publishes $195/week for the standard session. $156 for Jun 15-19, Jul 6-10, and 6 due to holidays Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Lakeview Day Camp's hours?
Lakeview Day Camp runs 7:30am-5:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Lakeview Day Camp?
Lakeview Day 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 Lakeview Day Camp provide lunch?
Lakeview Day 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 Lakeview Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Peoria?
Lakeview Day Camp is one of 8 traditional day camp camps in Peoria 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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