What ages does Gallup River Camp accept?

Gallup River Camp is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Gallup River Camp cost?

Gallup River Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Non-resident: $385 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

What are Gallup River Camp's hours?

Gallup River 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 Gallup River Camp?

Gallup River 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 Gallup River Camp provide lunch?

Gallup River 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.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–12

Gallup River Camp

Ann Arbor

Outdoor camp at Gallup Park focusing on river activities, nature exploration, and environmental education.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation website, specifically the 'Day Camps' section, which lists Gallup River Camp as one of their offerings. The camp is for children in grades K-5 and focuses on nature-based activities at Gallup Park. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in first aid and CPR, emphasizing a commitment to safety. The Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation Facebook page (annarborparks) has a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about park facilities and programs. The Instagram handle is @annarborparks. The camp is owned and operated by the City of Ann Arbor, a municipal parks department. No specific staff-to-camper ratio is published, nor is there an ACA accreditation listed for this specific camp program.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Gallup River Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Outdoors/Nature
Ages: 8–12
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Address: Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, USA
Phone: 734-794-6230
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Non-resident: $385 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Gallup River Camp

What ages does Gallup River Camp accept?: Gallup River Camp is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Gallup River Camp cost?: Gallup River Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Non-resident: $385 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Gallup River Camp's hours?: Gallup River 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 Gallup River Camp?: Gallup River 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 Gallup River Camp provide lunch?: Gallup River 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.

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