Camp Coppell
City-run summer day camp offering a variety of recreational activities, games, and field trips.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.coppelltx.gov/, loads as the official website for the City of Coppell, Texas. Information about 'Camp Coppell' is found under the Parks and Recreation section, specifically at https://www.coppelltx.gov/903/Camp-Coppell. This indicates it is a municipal day camp program. The camp caters to children in grades K-5, offering themed weekly sessions with activities like games, crafts, and field trips. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. While not ACA accredited, which is common for municipal programs, the camp is part of a larger city department. Google reviews for 'Coppell Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 185 reviews, with many positive comments about well-run programs and friendly staff. Social media handles found are @cityofcoppell on Instagram and 'CityofCoppell' on Facebook, both active with city-wide updates including camp information.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Camp Coppell 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
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 550 W Sandy Lake Rd, Coppell, TX 75019
- Phone: (972) 462-5100
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Estimated cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Coppell
- What ages does Camp Coppell accept?
- Camp Coppell 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 Coppell cost?
- Camp Coppell publishes $150/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 Camp Coppell's hours?
- Camp Coppell 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 Camp Coppell?
- Camp Coppell 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 Coppell provide lunch?
- Camp Coppell 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.
Planning guides
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- 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 Camp Coppell.
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- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Kookaburra at Austin Elementary · Austin Elementary · Ages 5–12
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Camp Pee Wee at Austin Elementary · Austin Elementary · Ages 4–5
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas - Fizz, Fun, & Float Camp at Riverchase Elementary · Riverchase Elementary · Ages 5–12
- Young Actors Workshop · Coppell Arts Center · Ages 10–18 · $159/week