Summer Camps

Our day camps are an exciting, safe, and affordable option for summer fun. Campers get outside and have lots of summer enjoyment.

The Department of Recreation and Parks offers summer day camps for all ages throughout Anne Arundel County. 

Check out the Program Guide to discover our summer programs for kids. Summer Fun Center Camps are filled with fun and excitement for school-age children (page 23) and Summer Day Camp at Quiet Waters (page 24) for kids entering grades K-6. Action packed Teens on the Go! (page 25) offers those entering grades 7 through 10 motion filled activities and field trips to several amusement parks. On (page 26) you will find Mayo Beach Day Camp an integrated adaptive camp with a variety of water and outdoor activities.  Specialty Camps, including the PedalPower Kids camp (page 28).  Plus, our popular Abrakadoodle Art Programs (pages 32-33), the amazing Adventure Camps at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary (page 34), and Dance camps (page 35) provide numerous options to fill in the summer calendar. 


View the program guide or the online registration system for program descriptions, times and fees.

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Learn more about each summer camp by clicking on one of the tabs below. Locate camp calendar and related camp information.

The fun at each location is planned around a variety of themes. Daily activities include sports, arts and crafts, and action-packed indoor and outdoor activities, special events and field trips. Field trip fees are included in the registration fee. Hours are Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 3:00pm, with extended care hours from 3:00 – 6:00pm. Lunch period is supervised, but children are required to provide their own food and drink. Refrigeration is not available. Children must be toilet trained and bus transportation is not provided.

View the Program Guide or the online registration system for camp dates, times, and fees.

600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis

Quiet Waters Day Camp is a full day camp for children entering grades K-6. Activities may include arts and crafts, nature, sports, music and drama, active games, field trips, special theme days, and MORE! Extended hours as well as bus transportation offered for an additional charge. No camp July 4-5, 2024 for Independence Day. 

View the Program Guide or the online registration system for camp dates, times, and fees.


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Teens on the Go! Camps are action-packed ... with most days on the go. Teens enjoy activities such as skating, golfing, swimming, bowling, and more. Field trips may include Jolly Rogers, Kings Dominion, and Hershey Park. Due to the nature of some field trips and activities, drop-off times may be earlier, and pickup times may be later than the times listed. No camp July 4-5, 2024 for Independence Day

The Teens on the Go! Camps are located at the following sites: 

  • Crofton Teen Camp at Crofton Middle School 2301 Davidsonville Road, Crofton, MD 
  • Annapolis Teen Camp at Arundel Olympic Swim Center 2690 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 
  • North County Teen Camp at North Arundel Aquatic Center 7888 Crain Highway, Glen Burnie, MD
  • Severna Park Teen Camp at Kinder Farm Park 1001 Kinder Farm Park Road, Millersville, MD 

View the Program Guide or the online registration system for camp dates, times, and fees.


Camp Calendar

Our aquatics week-long camps include outside activities, games, crafts, swimming and a weekly field trip. Participants must bring a lunch, snack and drink each day. Campers will need a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and athletic style shoes. Monday-Friday, 7:45am-5:00pm. No camp July 4-5, 2024 for Independence Day


Camp Calendar

View the Program Guide or the online registration system for camp dates, times, and fees.

Adaptive/Integrated Day Camp on the South River 
4150 Honeysuckle Drive, Mayo, MD 21106

Mayo Beach Day Camp has a variety of water and outdoor activities. Mayo Beach Park offers a shallow water access area for exploration, wading and kayaking/canoeing. Arts and crafts, music, sports and other general camp activities take place in designated areas. 
 
This fun integrated program is designed for youth of all abilities. Siblings and friends join with youth with a disability to make new friends and have fun. An active volunteer program rounds out the camp for a fully diverse and accepting experience. The only restriction for this outdoor camp is that the youth must be able to maintain appropriate safe behaviors and participate in outdoor group activities. There is limited airconditioning at Mayo Beach Park. A nurse will be available on site for medication administration and implementation of basic medical protocols. Contact Ryan Stewart at rpstew99@aacounty.org for additional information and to determine appropriate program placement. 
 
Adaptive Day Camp: Special Needs/ Medical Accommodations. Adaptations are made to camp activities for youth with Educational IEPs or special needs/ behavior plans, different learning styles, physical disabilities, and medical protocols. 
 
Ages 6-21, Staff Ratio 1:3 with additional support as needed. 
 
Siblings and Friends: An integrated camp opportunity for school age youth to participate in camp activities, learn diversity, and make friends with youth of all abilities. Campers will be placed in an appropriate group with the opportunity to interact with peers of a diverse population. Ages 6-13, Staff Ratio 1:10.

View the Program Guide or the online registration system for camp dates, times, and fees.


* Please complete and turn in the first day of camp. Participants will not be permitted to stay without these forms.


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Spring Programs/ Summer Camp Guide

Get ready to ignite the spirit of summer with our Spring/Summer Camp Program Guide! Our programs offer a vibrant array of activities, ensuring an unforgettable camp experience for every adventurer.