Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $35/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12

MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp

Westlake · $35/week · ★ 3.0 (2 reviews)

MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp offers an affordable summer day camp experience for children in Los Angeles, focusing on recreational activities and...

▌ Editor's read The MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp website loads successfully and is part of the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. The camp is a day program, indicated by its listing under 'Summer Day Camps' on the department's website. It is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles, classifying it as a municipal parks program. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is it found in the ACA directory. The website does not provide specific details on staff-to-camper ratios or explicit language regarding staff background checks. Google reviews for 'MacArthur Park Community Center' (the broader facility) show a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,061 reviews, with general comments praising the park's amenities and community services. The Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks has a Facebook page (LosAngelesParks) which promotes various programs including summer camps. The camp's affordability at $35 per week is a significant strength, making it an accessible option for many families in the Los Angeles area.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

MacArthur Park Community Center 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: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 2230 W. 6th St., Los Angeles, CA 90057
  • Phone: (213) 368-0520
  • Cost notes: $35/week (based on 2025 pricing)

↗ What parents like

  • Extremely affordable ($35/week)
  • Long hours (10 hrs)
  • Fun field trips

↘ Watch for

  • 2026 details not yet confirmed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp

What ages does MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp accept?
MacArthur Park Community Center 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 MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp cost?
MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp publishes $35/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp's hours?
MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp runs 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp?
MacArthur Park Community Center 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 MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp provide lunch?
MacArthur Park Community Center 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 MacArthur Park Community Center Day Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Los Angeles?
MacArthur Park Community Center 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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