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Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park

Killian Park · $90/week

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park offers affordable day camp experiences for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, education, and soc...

▌ Editor's read The Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park is a day camp program for children aged 5-12, operated by Richland County Recreation. The website, richlandcountyrecreation.com/229/Summer-Camps, loads successfully and provides details about the camp, including its focus on recreation, education, and social development. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. There is no specific mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background checks on the camp's webpage. The camp is part of a larger municipal parks and recreation department, indicating a public ownership model. Google reviews for 'Richland County Recreation' generally show a rating of 4.0 stars based on 100+ reviews, with some positive comments about facilities and programs, though specific camp reviews are not readily available. Social media handles found are @richlandcountyrec on Instagram and richlandcountyrec on Facebook, which primarily promote general recreation department activities.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7am-6pm
  • Address: 1424 Marthan Road, Columbia, SC 29223, USA
  • Cost notes: Morning session is free, afternoon session is $90 per week. Sibling discounts available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park

What ages does Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park accept?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park cost?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park publishes $90/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park's hours?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park runs 7am-6pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park provide lunch?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park compare to other community/rec center camps in Columbia?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Killian Park is one of 6 community/rec center camps in Columbia 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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