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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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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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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Summer Enrichment Program
Fairlawn, OH

Total Education Solutions (TES) aims to fulfill our community’s need for inclusive education programs and teach children how to thrive in their environments and within their individual abilities while promoting friendships and social

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.

Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park Summer Camp
Peninsula, OH

The Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers unique mix of overnight and day camps that focus on hands-on encounters with the arts and natural sciences.

Adventure Unleashed Dog Camp
Kirtland, OH

Adventure Unleashed Dog Camp is an overnight camp for teenagers age 13-18 and their dogs. The camp utilizes science based dog training in a supportive environment to develop and practice teaching and leadership skills.

Classroom Antics - STEAM Summer Camps
Multiple Sites, OH

If your child likes LEGO, Minecraft, Roblox, robotics, animation, or coding, they are going to love becoming a creator in a Classroom Antics summer camp! We are STEAM enrichment provider offering weeklong (half or full day) summer camps for kids ages 6-14. We offer camps in Akron, Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton.

YMCA Camp Willson
Bellefontaine, OH

For more than 90 years, campers have come to Willson to swim, boat, sleep under the stars, ride horses, and enjoy the outdoors. These children have left with much more...independence, confidence, great memories, and lasting friendships.

Country Life Kids Camp
Medina, OH

We are much more than just an athletic performance day camp that integrates and instills positive character traits with Christian values. Country Life Kids Camp is a unique day camp which offers sport instruction, athletic performance training, team building challenges, hands-on science activities, a Young Naturalist Program, academic enrichment and good old fashion summer camp fun rolled into one!

Metro Parks Nature Adventure Camp
Westerville, OH

Metro Parks' Nature Adventure Camps are designed to provide Central Ohio youth with the opportunity to discover and experience nature in an engaging, hands-on group setting. Campers will participate in fun outdoor activities, crafts and games. Metro Parks has been offering week-long day camp sessions since 1997. Programs are available for children in preschool through ninth grade.

Beulah Beach Camp & Retreat Center
Vermilion, OH

Beulah Beach Christian Camp & Retreat Center, located on Lake Erie in Vermilion, Ohio, 20 minutes from Cedar Point. Offering programmed and rental camps, retreats, and conferences.

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.

Camp Wise
Chardon, OH

Since 1907, Camp Wise has provided a caring and safe overnight camp community for children ages 7-16.

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.

Youth Ambassadors Leadership Camp
Cleveland, OH

Youth Ambassadors Leadership Camp assists campers in identifying effective character traits of dynamic leaders and incorporate those traits into their lives to enable them to become agents of change in their communities.

ArtforKids at Peninsula Art Academy
Peninsula, OH

Enjoy Adventures in Art including glass fusing, clay building, drawing, painting, tye-dye, weaving, and much more! Learn about color theory, art history or the fiber arts, and take a nature walk in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Creative Strings Workshop
Columbus, OH

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

Camp Cheerful
Strongsville, OH
Highbrook Lodge
Chardon, OH

At Highbrook Lodge, we see camp differently! Founded in 1928, our camp has been providing a unique summer camp experience for those of all ages who are blind or have low vision for over 90 years.





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.