Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
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RiverPlex Summer Day Camp

Peoria Park District · $160/week

A traditional day camp offering a variety of activities including swimming, sports, and games at the RiverPlex.

▌ Editor's read The website peoriaparks.org/programs/camps/ loads successfully and details various summer camp offerings, including the RiverPlex Summer Day Camp. This camp is a day camp program, clearly stated on the website, and is operated by the Peoria Park District, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. Google reviews for 'Peoria Park District' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about facilities and programs. Social media handles found are @peoriaparks on Instagram and PeoriaParkDistrict on Facebook. The camp offers themed weeks for different age groups, including activities like swimming, sports, and arts and crafts.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

RiverPlex Summer 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 600 NE Water St, Peoria, IL 61603
  • Phone: (309) 682-8585

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about RiverPlex Summer Day Camp

What ages does RiverPlex Summer Day Camp accept?
RiverPlex Summer Day Camp 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 RiverPlex Summer Day Camp cost?
RiverPlex Summer Day Camp publishes $160/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are RiverPlex Summer Day Camp's hours?
RiverPlex Summer Day Camp runs 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs RiverPlex Summer Day Camp?
RiverPlex Summer 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 RiverPlex Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
RiverPlex Summer 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 RiverPlex Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Peoria?
RiverPlex Summer 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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