Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $210/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12

Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day

Hillcrest Park · $210/week · ★ 4.5 (44 reviews)

Camp Hillcrest offers a traditional day camp experience for children in Fullerton, California, focusing on outdoor activities, games, and crafts.

▌ Editor's read The City of Fullerton's Camp Hillcrest is a day camp program operated by the municipal Parks and Recreation Department. The website details a typical day including outdoor games, crafts, and themed activities, running from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the program is managed by a government entity, implying adherence to municipal standards. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, nor is a state license number provided on the camp's webpage, which is common for municipal programs. Google reviews for 'City of Fullerton Parks and Recreation' are generally positive, with a 4.3-star rating from 116 reviews, often praising the variety of programs offered. Social media handles for the City of Fullerton are @cityoffullerton on Instagram and 'CityofFullerton' on Facebook, which promote various city events including youth programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Address: 1155 N Lemon St, Fullerton, CA 92832
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day

What ages does Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day accept?
Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day 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 Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day cost?
Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day publishes $210/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day's hours?
Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day?
Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day 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 Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day provide lunch?
Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day 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 Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day compare to other community/rec center camps in Fullerton?
Camp Hillcrest Aug 17-21 Extended Day is one of 21 community/rec center camps in Fullerton 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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