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Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate)

Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · $160/week

Arlington Parks Summer Camp offers a variety of themed weekly day camps for children aged 5-13, focusing on recreation, education, and social development.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a news article from the City of Arlington Parks and Recreation announcing their summer camp offerings. The camp is a day program for children aged 5-13, with weekly themes like 'Mad Scientist' and 'Super Hero Training.' It operates from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, at various recreation centers including the Beacon Recreation Center and Dottie Lynn Recreation Center. The cost is $160 per week for Arlington residents and $180 for non-residents. The camp is run by the municipal parks department, indicating a public entity. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the provided page. Google reviews for 'Arlington Parks and Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment, with a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the facilities and programs, though specific camp reviews are not readily available.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Address: 717 W Main St, Arlington, TX 76013
  • Phone: (817) 459-5474

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate)

What ages does Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) accept?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) 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 Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) cost?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) publishes $160/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate)'s hours?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) runs 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate)?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) 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 Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) provide lunch?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) 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 Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Arlington?
Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) is one of 12 traditional day camp camps in Arlington 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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