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Buhr Park Day Camp

Ann Arbor

Traditional day camp at Buhr Park with swimming, sports, games, and arts and crafts.

▌ Editor's read The website for Buhr Park Day Camp loads successfully and is part of the City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation department's official site. This indicates it is a municipal-parks owned day camp. The camp caters to children aged 5-12, offering a variety of activities including nature exploration, games, crafts, and swimming, as detailed on the 'Day Camps' page. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the site mentions that staff undergo background checks and training. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the facilities and programs. The Facebook page for Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation (@annarborparks) is active, but an Instagram handle for the parks or camp was not readily found.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Buhr Park 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: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
  • Address: Buhr Park, 2751 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
  • Phone: 734-794-6230
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Non-resident: $315 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Buhr Park Day Camp

What ages does Buhr Park Day Camp accept?
Buhr Park 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 Buhr Park Day Camp cost?
Buhr Park Day Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Non-resident: $315 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Buhr Park Day Camp's hours?
Buhr Park Day Camp runs 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Buhr Park Day Camp?
Buhr Park 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 Buhr Park Day Camp provide lunch?
Buhr Park 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 Buhr Park Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Ann Arbor?
Buhr Park Day Camp is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Ann Arbor 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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