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Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp

Mid-Wilshire · ★ 4.3 (877 reviews)

Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp offers a variety of recreational activities for children during the summer, operated by the City of Los Angeles Departm...

▌ Editor's read The Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp is operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, as indicated by its official website (recreation.parks.lacity.gov/reccenter/poinsettia). The program is a day camp, offering activities such as sports, arts and crafts, and field trips for children during the summer. The website provides contact information and details about registration, but does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. There is no indication of ACA accreditation. Google reviews for 'Poinsettia Recreation Center' generally reflect positively on the facility itself, with a rating of 4.4 stars from 140 reviews, often praising its amenities and community programs. However, specific reviews for the summer day camp program are not readily available. The camp's affiliation with a municipal parks department suggests a focus on community engagement and accessible recreational opportunities.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Poinsettia Recreation 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
  • Address: 7341 Willoughby Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
  • Phone: (323) 876-5014
  • Cost notes: LA City Parks & Rec - typically $10/session or free

↗ What parents like

  • Likely very affordable

↘ Watch for

  • 2026 details not yet available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp

What ages does Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp accept?
Poinsettia Recreation 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 Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp cost?
Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. LA City Parks & Rec - typically $10/session or free Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp?
Poinsettia Recreation 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 Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp provide lunch?
Poinsettia Recreation 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 Poinsettia Recreation Center Day Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Los Angeles?
Poinsettia Recreation 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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