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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–17

Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella)

Various locations in Fort Worth

Camp Fort Worth offers affordable, supervised summer day camp programs for children aged 5-13 at various community centers across Fort Worth, focusing on rec...

▌ Editor's read The Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth website loads successfully, detailing summer day camp programs for children aged 5-13 at multiple community centers. The camp is operated by a municipal parks department, indicating a public service model. While not ACA accredited, the website states that 'all staff are background checked and trained in CPR and First Aid,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. The program is a day camp, running from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, offering a variety of activities including arts and crafts, sports, and field trips. Google reviews for 'Fort Worth Parks and Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the facilities and staff. Social media handles found are @fortworthparks on Instagram and FortWorthParks on Facebook, indicating an active online presence for the department. The camp emphasizes providing a safe, fun, and affordable summer experience for children.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–17

Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 5–17
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Address: 4200 S Freeway, Fort Worth, TX 76115
  • Phone: (817) 392-7460
  • Cost notes: Varies by program and payment option. See individual camp entries for details.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella)

What ages does Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) accept?
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) is open to children ages 5–17. 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 Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) cost?
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Varies by program and payment option. See individual camp entries for details. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella)'s hours?
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) runs 7:30 a.m. – 6 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 Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella)?
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) 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 Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) provide lunch?
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) 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 Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Fort Worth?
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth (Umbrella) is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Fort Worth 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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