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Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15

City of Memphis

Memphis Parks offers free summer day camps for various age groups, including a program for 13-15 year olds, focusing on recreation and community engagement.

▌ Editor's read The Memphis Parks Summer Camp for ages 13-15 is a free day camp program offered by the City of Memphis Parks and Recreation department. The website (memphisparks.com/activity/summer-camps/) details various summer camp options, including specific age groups and locations, indicating a structured program. While the site does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios, it is part of a municipal parks system, which typically operates under city guidelines. Google reviews for 'Memphis Parks' generally show a rating of 4.0 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, though these are for the overall parks system and not specific to the summer camp program. The camp's free nature is a significant strength, providing accessible summer activities for local youth. Social media handles for Memphis Parks are @memphisparks on Instagram and 'MemphisParks' on Facebook, where they promote various park activities and events, including summer camps.
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Who thrives here Ages 13–15

Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in community/rec center, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

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: 13–15
  • Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Address: 2599 Avery Ave, Memphis, TN 38112
  • Phone: (901) 636-4200
  • Cost notes: Free to City of Memphis residents 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15

What ages does Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 accept?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 is open to children ages 13–15. 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 Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 cost?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free to City of Memphis residents 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15's hours?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 runs 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 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 Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 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 Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 provide lunch?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 13-15 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.

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