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Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp

Elysian Valley / Frogtown · $125/week · ★ 4.4 (92 reviews)

Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp offers a variety of recreational activities for children at the Elysian Valley Recreation Center in Los Angeles.

▌ Editor's read The Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp is operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, as indicated by its official website. The website provides information about the Elysian Valley Recreation Center, including its summer camp program, which is described as a day camp. The camp offers various activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and special events. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is there information regarding specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for the Elysian Valley Recreation Center show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 100 reviews, with some reviewers praising the facilities and programs. The Facebook page for LA City Recreation and Parks is linked, but there isn't a specific Instagram handle for the Elysian Valley center or its camp.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Elysian Valley Summer 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 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: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 1811 Ripple St., Los Angeles, CA 90039
  • Phone: (323) 666-5058
  • Cost notes: $25 registration fee. Weekly fees: Jun 15–19 $95, Jun 22–26 $125, Jun 29–Jul 3 $95, Jul 6–10 $150, Jul 13–17 $125, Jul 20–24 $135, Jul 27–31 $125, Aug 3–7 $125. Must have attended Kindergarten and be potty trained. Financial assistance available with income verification. Registration starts April 6, 2026 at 9AM online only.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp

What ages does Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp accept?
Elysian Valley Summer 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 Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp cost?
Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp publishes $125/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp's hours?
Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp runs 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp?
Elysian Valley Summer 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 Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
Elysian Valley Summer 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 Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Los Angeles?
Elysian Valley Summer Day Camp is one of 92 community/rec center camps in Los Angeles 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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