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YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp

Magnuson Park

Outdoor Day Camp at Magnuson Park offers nature exploration, games, and outdoor adventures in a large park setting.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Seattle's Magnuson Park Outdoor Day Camp website loads successfully and provides information on their day camp offerings. While the specific Magnuson Park camp is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA as a larger organization often adheres to high standards. The website states that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks, and staff are trained in CPR, First Aid, and emergency procedures. The program is a day camp, focusing on outdoor activities like nature exploration, games, and crafts, catering to different age groups (grades K-8). The YMCA of Greater Seattle has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the organization. The camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. Social media handles for the broader Seattle YMCA are @seattleymca on Instagram and SeattleYMCA on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor 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 specialty program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Phone: 206-382-5010
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp

What ages does YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp accept?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp cost?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp's hours?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp provide lunch?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor 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 YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp compare to other specialty camps in Seattle?
YMCA of Greater Seattle - Magnuson Park - Outdoor Day Camp is one of 31 specialty camps in Seattle 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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