YMCA Camp on the Lake
YMCA Camp on the Lake offers traditional overnight camp experiences with activities like swimming, archery, and ropes
▌ Editor's read The YMCA Camp on the Lake - Plano operates as a day camp, part of the larger YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. The website, ymcadallas.org/summercamps, loads successfully and provides information on various camp locations, including Plano. While the specific Plano camp is not individually listed on the ACA directory, the YMCA as an organization often adheres to high standards. The website states, 'All YMCA staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks,' indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp on the Lake Plano' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 104 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. The camp offers a variety of activities such as swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and outdoor games, aiming to foster personal growth and social skills. The YMCA is a non-profit organization with a long-standing reputation for youth development programs.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
YMCA Camp on the Lake 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 outdoors/nature 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
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 6–16
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 10000 FM 1171, Argyle, TX 76226
- Phone: 940-464-3133
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Estimated cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp on the Lake
- What ages does YMCA Camp on the Lake accept?
- YMCA Camp on the Lake is open to children ages 6–16. 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 YMCA Camp on the Lake cost?
- YMCA Camp on the Lake publishes $500/week for the standard session. Estimated cost per week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Camp on the Lake's hours?
- YMCA Camp on the Lake runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs YMCA Camp on the Lake?
- YMCA Camp on the Lake is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does YMCA Camp on the Lake provide lunch?
- Yes — YMCA Camp on the Lake includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare YMCA Camp on the Lake with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside YMCA Camp on the Lake.
- Art and Drama Camp · Multiple locations in Plano, Fairview, Frisco, Dallas, and Southlake · Ages 5–18 · $275/week
- Club SciKidz Dallas - Plano · Plano · Ages 4–15 · $399/week
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County - Plano Branch · 1111 Avenue H, Plano · Ages 5–18
- Camp Cimarron · Oak Point Park Nature & Retreat Center · Ages 6–12 · $189/week
- Camp Cimarron 2026 · Bob Woodruff Park South · Ages 6–12 · $189/week
- Camp Connections · Carpenter Park Recreation Center, Liberty Recreation Center, Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center · Ages 6–11 · $159/week
- Carpenter Camp Connections 2026 · Carpenter Park Recreation Center · Ages 6–11 · $159/week
- City of Plano Summer Camps · Plano · Ages 5–12