Teen Summer Camp

Teen Camp gives youth ages 13-15 an alternative to just staying home or “hanging out” unsupervised. At a time when peer pressure is intense, we want to give youth the opportunity to be involved in a positive environment and show them that it is “OK” to still be a kid and have fun "playing" occasionally!  At the same time, our teen camps foster leadership development by giving participants the opportunity to help with decision making, planning and activity coordinating. Your teen will have the opportunity to learn and improve problem solving, communication, and interpersonal relationship skills.

Camp Details  

Our Teen Summer Camps are FREE. Camp start dates will begin on Monday, June 5th, 2023 and end on Friday, August 4th, 2022. We will not have camp Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Camp hours are 10am - 4pm. Teens are encouraged to bring their own lunch, however, sites may offer lunch and snack daily (check with your camp location for lunch and snack details).

Registration Information

Dallas Park and Recreation Department will utilize a Lottery Registration Process. We expect demand to exceed capacity. To allow everyone interested in summer camp an equal opportunity at obtaining a spot, we will be conducting Summer Camp registration through a lottery system. Lottery registration will be open Monday, March 20 – Saturday, March 25. There is not a fee to register for the lottery. You may register for the lottery in person or online.

Find more info regarding registration here.

2023 Locations

Exall Recreation Center
Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center
Timberglen Recreation Center

Activities

Your child will be engaged in a variety of physical and educational and leadership activities. Perform community service projects, attend STEM based field trips participate in group and individual activities. Activities include arts and craft classes, sports clinics, fitness sessions, cultural and enrichment classes, games, and much more.