Pines Day Camp

Faith, fun, and friendship — a little closer to home!

A full-day summer camp experience for 1st-6th grade!

Faith, fun, and friendship — in a convenient and affordable summer program for rising 1st - 6th grade campers. Pines Day Camp provides a full-day, authentically Catholic summer camp experience.

Located in Dallas, our program brings all the excitement and camaraderie of The Pines closer to home.

Why Pines Day Camp?

  • At The Pines Catholic Camp, faith isn’t just a part of the experience—it’s the foundation! Each day, campers experience the joy of growing closer to God through engaging Bible stories, prayer, and small group discussions that make faith fun and easy to understand. Our caring counselors create a Christ-centered environment where kids can ask questions, discover God’s love, and build a foundation for a lifelong relationship with Jesus. 

  • From the moment campers arrive, they become part of something bigger—a faith-filled family where they are known, loved, and encouraged. Through intentional programming and community-building, campers form meaningful connections with new friends and supportive role models. Small group activities and team-based fun help kids build confidence, practice kindness, and experience the joy of being part of a faith-filled community.  

  • Every day at camp is packed with excitement! Activities are opportunities for campers to learn new skills, explore new interests, and make new friends while learning that faith and fun go hand in hand. 

  • At Pines Day Camp, we believe in nurturing the whole child—helping campers grow in confidence, kindness, and responsibility. Through interactive activities, teamwork, and encouragement from caring counselors, kids develop important life skills like patience, gratitude, and empathy. Every moment at camp is an opportunity to practice making good choices, supporting friends, and becoming the best version of themselves! 

  • Parents can rest easy knowing their children are in a secure, Christ-centered environment with trained staff who prioritize safety, spiritual growth, and personal development. At The Pines, we believe every camper is a beloved child of God, and we strive to create a space where they feel safe, supported, and empowered to be themselves. 

Our Staff

Our counselors are at the heart of The Pines’ ministry — forming meaningful relationships with campers through prayer, play, and mentorship.

Whether leading activities on the ultimate field, guiding small group discussions, or listening as campers share their stories, our counselors strive to be the Light of Christ to each child. 

What Can You Expect?  

  • Our 9 am - 4 pm schedule makes Day Camp a great option for working parents. We’ll provide a fun, safe, and enriching experience for campers that mirrors the ministry of The Pines that you know and love!

  • Bringing our Catholic faith to life is central to who we are. At Day Camp, campers will grow in faith through the Sacraments, daily prayer, and tight-knit small groups. Through intentionally crafted experiences like Power Club bible study, Eucharistic Adoration, and Winner’s Circle cabin discussions, campers create authentic friendships in a community that encourages their faith development. 

  • Camp is a place where children can face challenges and try new things. Day Camp is full of engaging, high-energy activities that will invite campers to make new friends, overcome fears, and explore new interests.

  • For decades, Pines counselors have served as role models and leaders for our campers. Our college-age staff are highly trained, camper-focused, and relational as they share their love for Jesus and our Catholic faith. Counselors and staff at The Pines are joyful, faithful, enthusiastic, and passionate about our mission to empower campers to encounter God through camp. 

  • Day Camp costs $350 for a Monday-Friday week of full-day camp programming in a Christ-centered environment.   

What campers & families are saying:

I used to not want to go to church,
but now I want to go!

— Water Village camper, 2024

Love this place! So thankful for a camp that brings our kiddos closer to Jesus and our Catholic faith! Me and my kiddos cannot recommend enough!

Melisa B.

Pines was fantastic!! My son had the best time! He grew closer to God and made so many new friends! I highly recommend The Pines!

Chrissy M.