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Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella)

Various Recreation Centers in Dallas

Dallas Parks and Recreation offers affordable summer day camps across various recreation centers, providing a range of activities for children aged 5-12.

▌ Editor's read The Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps website loads successfully, detailing day camp programs offered at numerous recreation centers throughout Dallas for children aged 5-12. The program is clearly identified as a municipal parks offering, making the owner type 'municipal-parks'. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While specific background check language for staff is not explicitly stated on the camp page, it is generally implied for municipal employees. Google reviews for 'Dallas Parks and Recreation' average around 4.3 stars across many locations, with comments often praising the affordability and variety of activities. Social media handles found are @dallasparksrec on Instagram and DallasParksRec on Facebook. The camps are exclusively day programs, running from June to August, and include activities like arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips, as stated on the 'Rec Center Summer Camps' page.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–17

Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–17
  • Hours: 7:30am to 5:30pm
  • Address: 1500 Marilla St, Dallas, TX 75201
  • Phone: (214) 670-7401
  • Cost notes: Varies by residency and program type. See individual camp entries for details.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella)

What ages does Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) accept?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) is open to children ages 5–17. 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 Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) cost?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Varies by residency and program type. See individual camp entries for details. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella)'s hours?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) runs 7:30am to 5:30pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella)?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) 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 Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) provide lunch?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) 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 Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Dallas?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps (Umbrella) is one of 18 traditional day camp camps in Dallas 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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