Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–11 · $185/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–11

Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer

Washington Park · $185/week

Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer, offered by the City of Escondido, provides a themed day camp experience for children aged 5-12 with activities like games, cra...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to the City of Escondido's Amilia registration portal for 'Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer.' This indicates the camp is a municipal program, likely run by the city's parks and recreation department. The camp is a day program for children aged 5-12, with sessions running from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The cost is listed as $185 per week for residents and $231.25 for non-residents. Activities include games, crafts, and swimming, centered around an 'Aloha Summer' theme. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The City of Escondido's main Facebook page (CityofEscondido) and Instagram (@cityofescondido) are active, but specific camp social media was not found. Google reviews for 'City of Escondido Parks and Recreation' show a 4.1-star rating from 100+ reviews, with general comments about city services rather than specific camp experiences. The website does not explicitly mention background checks for staff.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer 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: 5–11
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 501 N. Rose St., Escondido, CA 92027
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer

What ages does Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer accept?
Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer cost?
Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer publishes $185/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer's hours?
Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer?
Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer 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 Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer provide lunch?
Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer 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 Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer compare to other community/rec center camps in Escondido?
Discovery Camp - Aloha Summer is one of 9 community/rec center camps in Escondido 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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