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Camp TREC

Terrell Rec Center · $250/week

Camp TREC, offered by the City of Allen Parks and Recreation, provides full-day summer camp experiences for children aged 5-12 with varied weekly themes and ...

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp TREC, hosted by the City of Allen Parks and Recreation, loads successfully and provides detailed information about their full-day summer camp programs for children aged 5-12. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The City of Allen Parks and Recreation website states that 'All staff are background checked and trained in CPR and First Aid,' indicating a commitment to safety. The program is a day camp, running from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with weekly themes such as 'Superheroes Unite' and 'Wacky Water Week.' The camp is owned and operated by the municipal government, specifically the City of Allen Parks and Recreation Department. Google reviews for 'City of Allen Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about their facilities and programs. Social media handles found are @cityofallen for Instagram and 'CityofAllen' for Facebook, associated with the parent organization.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp TREC 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: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 1301 E Exchange Pkwy, Allen, TX 75002
  • Cost notes: USD. $200/week for members.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp TREC

What ages does Camp TREC accept?
Camp TREC 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 TREC cost?
Camp TREC publishes $250/week for the standard session. USD. $200/week for members. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp TREC's hours?
Camp TREC 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 Camp TREC?
Camp TREC 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 TREC provide lunch?
Camp TREC 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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