North Springfield, PA
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Camp Fitch's century-old, classic sleep-away summer camp on Lake Erie provides boys and girls aged 6–16 with a holistically safe, values-driven community where they discover friendship, achievement, and belonging on 425 acres along Lake Erie.

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Fun is what camp is all about! At SNC we use Adventure, Learning and Kindness all in a Natural setting to promote each campers's personal development. Our nurturing atmosphere gives campers confidence to make friends easily and to try new activities. Our Gaol is allows each camper to truly be themselves, maybe thats why 92% of our campers return each summer.

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Serving children with diabetes for nearly 100 years. All diabetes supplies and equipment included. Financial Aid available. Experienced physicians oversee the care of each camper. A registered dietitian plans & supervises well-balanced meals. 72 wooded acres includes pool & Founders Lake.

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Bookmark Farms Summer Day Camp
Pataskala, OH

Horse Lovers Day Camp focuses on saftey, understanding animals, stable management, horse psychology, grooming, and includes private and group riding lessons. Horse Lovers Pre-Camp (ages 4-6) includes similar activities, as well as play time with barn animals, games and crafts.

Equi-Valent Riding Center Summer Riding Camp
Delaware, OH

Horseback riding day camp. English and Western skills and games. Arts and Crafts, Fishing, Hiking.

Columbus Academy Summer Experience
Gahanna, OH

Columbus Academy offers summer programs for babies through adults and Pre-K through 12th grade.

Central Ohio Golf Academy (COGA)
Delaware, OH

COGA offers Online Video Academy, COGA Junior Golf Tour, Short Game School, Junior Golf Academy, Winter Development Programs, Mental Golf Mastery Blog & All-inclusive Annual COGA Enrollment Program.

Anisfield Day Camp
Beachwood, OH

The J offers options ranging from the traditional to the creative, to match every child’s interest and talents, including Maccabi Sports Village, Playland Day Camp and the Pilloff Family Playmakers Performing Arts Camp. Extended care is available for all of our camp programs and anyone can participate in summer camp— you don’t have to be a member of The J or Jewish to have your children join in the fun!

Camp Echoing Hills
Warsaw, OH

Camp Echoing Hills serves persons with developmental disabilities, adapting creative camp activities to the abilities and interests of our campers.

Kubicki Equestrian Center
Maineville, OH

From June through August, Kubicki Equestrian Center offers weekly day camps. $275.00 per week and campers get 2 riding sessions per day, craft time and learn basic horse care. They also receive a camp T-Shirt, Certificate of Completion, Picture with their favorite horse and parents are invited to see the "End of Camp Week Horse Show" put on by the kids. Camp is daily 9:00am-3:00pm.

Cedarbrook Camp of Ohio at Stony Glen
Madison, OH

Cedarbrook Camp™ of Ohio at Stony Glen is an interdenominational Christian camp located thirty-five miles east of Cleveland, just south of Madison, Ohio.

SMILE Summer Camp
Northfield, OH

Specializing in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Aspergers Syndrome, PDD-NOS with a focus on speech, language, social skills, & emotional regulation in the community with speech-language pathologist, Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP and a camp assistant.

Audubon Adventure Camp
Columbus, OH

Audubon Adventure Camp is an interactive nature experience that promotes conservation in action, habitat restoration, and ecosystem diversity in a downtown setting.

Camp Hamwi
Danville, OH

A traditional camping experience in a medically supervised environment.

Camp Cornerstone
Independence, OH

Grief camp for children ages 6-12, who are grieving the loss of a loved one.

Marmon Valley Ministries
Zanesfield, OH

A Christian Camp focusing on horseback riding and outdoor fun! Daily Devotions and frequent challenges to grow in your walk with Christ. Christian Camp and Conference Association Member and American Camping Association accredited.

Bowling Green State University Summer Academic and Youth Programs
Bowling Green, OH

Summer is the perfect time for pre-college students to explore their career interests. BGSU Pre-College Programs provides opportunities for students to expand their knowledge, build life skills and explore their interests.

Creative Strings Workshop
Columbus, OH

Learn jazz and improvisation from some of the world's leading players. No jazz or improv experience necessary!

Camp Memory
Dublin, OH

Grief camp for children ages 6-13, who are grieving the loss of a loved one.

Liberty Horse Farm
Columbus, OH

Liberty Farm Day Camp provides a rewarding experience for all campers, offering a safe environment to enjoy horses.





General Notes About Camps in the State of Ohio

Ohio’s summer climate is ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities. The warm, sunny days provide the perfect conditions for hiking, swimming, and team sports, while the cooler evenings are great for campfires and group bonding activities. The state’s weather ensures that both adventure and educational camps can flourish, allowing campers to experience the outdoors comfortably during the day and relax under the stars in the evening.

Ohio’s geography offers a wide variety of environments that make it an excellent destination for summer camps. In cities like Columbus and Cleveland, day camps flourish, offering programs in arts, sports, and education, all within reach of museums, local parks, and cultural centers. The urban landscape makes it easy for campers to enjoy enriching experiences with access to both outdoor and cultural activities. Beyond the cities, Ohio’s natural beauty takes center stage. The Appalachian foothills, with their scenic views and winding trails, provide the perfect backdrop for hiking, camping, and adventure camps. Lake Erie, with its tranquil shores and diverse ecosystems, offers ideal opportunities for water sports like kayaking, canoeing, and sailing, as well as environmental education focused on the lake’s unique habitats. Ohio also features the picturesque Amish Country, with its rolling hills, woodlands, and charming farmlands, providing an idyllic setting for nature camps and rustic outdoor adventures. The state’s combination of forests, lakes, rivers, and mountains allows campers to engage with a variety of landscapes, ensuring that there is something for everyone, whether they’re looking for adventure or a quiet retreat in nature.

The varied ecosystems throughout Ohio offer abundant opportunities for environmental education and ecological exploration. Campers can learn about wildlife conservation, sustainable practices, and the importance of preserving natural resources by engaging with Ohio’s unique landscapes. Whether exploring the woodlands in the southern part of the state, learning about water ecosystems around Lake Erie, or participating in hands-on conservation efforts in the Appalachian region, Ohio provides a wide array of environments where campers can connect with nature and gain a deeper understanding of ecological principles.