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Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12)

Exline, Jaycee Zaragoza, John C. Phelps, Martin Luther King Jr., Nash Davis, Tommie Allen Recreation Centers · $95/week

Dallas Parks and Recreation offers affordable day camps across various recreation centers for children aged 5-12, focusing on diverse activities and communit...

▌ Editor's read The Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps are day camps operated by the City of Dallas Parks and Recreation Department, catering to children aged 5-12. The website, dallasparks.org/547/Rec-Center-Summer-Camps, loads successfully and provides information on camp locations, registration, and pricing. The camps are offered at multiple recreation centers throughout Dallas, with a weekly fee of $95 for residents and $105 for non-residents. While the website mentions a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, sports, and field trips, specific staff-to-camper ratios or details on staff background checks are not explicitly stated. The program is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'Dallas Parks and Recreation' generally show a rating of 4.0 stars based on thousands of reviews, with some comments praising the variety of programs and affordability, though specific camp reviews are not readily available. Social media handles include @dallasparksrec on Instagram and DallasParksandRecreation on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) 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: 7:30am to 5:30pm
  • Address: 1500 Marilla St, Dallas, TX 75201
  • Phone: (214) 670-7275
  • Cost notes: Available at Exline, Jaycee Zaragoza, John C. Phelps, Martin Luther King Jr., Nash Davis, and Tommie Allen recreation centers.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12)

What ages does Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) accept?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) 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 Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) cost?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) publishes $95/week for the standard session. Available at Exline, Jaycee Zaragoza, John C. Phelps, Martin Luther King Jr., Nash Davis, and Tommie Allen recreation centers. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12)'s hours?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) runs 7:30am to 5:30pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12)?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) 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 Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) provide lunch?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) 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 Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Dallas?
Dallas Parks and Recreation Rec Center Summer Camps (Limited Space, Non-Residents, Ages 5-12) is one of 18 traditional day camp camps in Dallas 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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