Fun is at the heart of SNC! In our beautiful natural setting, we combine adventure, learning, and kindness to support each camper’s growth. Our nurturing community helps first-time campers feel confident, make friends easily, and try new activities. At SNC, every child is encouraged to be their true selves—maybe that’s why 92% of our campers return each summer. It’s a place where joy and belonging come naturally.

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North Springfield, PA
Other

Camp Fitch's century-old, classic sleep-away summer camp on Lake Erie provides boys and girls aged 6 to 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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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.

Camp Memory
Dublin, OH

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

Stepping Stones, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH

Stepping Stones’ summer programs provide an inclusive, encouraging environment where individuals with disabilities find adventure! Our 9-week summer season runs from early June into August at two scenic Greater Cincinnati locations. Program activities include outdoor favorites like fishing, nature and swimming as well as art, music and sensory.

Camp Wyandot Overnight Camp
Rockbridge, OH

We provide an inclusive and nurturing environment for youth to have summer fun, serve others, and make lasting friendships in the great outdoors!

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 Nuhop
Perrysville, OH

Camp Nuhop is a residential camp for children with special needs: LD, ADD, ADHD, Asperger's and other special needs. Since 1974

Courageous Acres
Whitehouse, OH

Courageous Acres is an inclusive camp for individuals with (and without) disabilities. We have week-long sessions of day camp (ages 5-18) and overnight camp (16+).

Dragon Chess Center Columbus Summer Chess Camps
Columbus, OH

Summer Chess Camps Run by Dragon Chess Center in Columbus Metropolitan Area

Camp Otyokwah
Butler, OH

Camp Otyokwah is a dynamic Christian center providing innovative services and opportunities for the evangelism, fellowship, education, and nurturing of people of all ages.

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.

SoccerPlus Camps
Multiple Sites in Multiple States, CA

SoccerPlus Camps conducts soccer camps across the country and is presented by Tony DiCicco, Head Coach of the 1996 Olympic Gold-Medal Winning, 1999 World Cup Champion USA Women's National Soccer Teams, and 2008 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Champion USA U20 National Soccer Team.

Equi-Valent Riding Center Summer Riding Camp
Delaware, OH

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

Camp Ledgewood Girl Scouts of North East Ohio
Peninsula, OH
STEM / Entrepreneurship Club - Acton Academy Columbus
Dublin, OH

A full-day / half-day camp where children explore areas of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) along with Entrepreneurship.

Youth Aviator Camp at Zone Aviation in Ohio
Cleveland , OH

Campers learn firsthand about the dynamics of airplanes and flight. Fly an aircraft and full cockpit simulator. However, flight time is only a fraction of the Youth Aviator Camp experience and is not required to have a great learning adventure.

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.

YMCA Camp Kern
Oregonia, OH

Camp Kern is located on 485 beautiful acres along the Little Miami River in Southwestern Ohio. We are a year-round camping facility offering programs in leadership adventure, outdoor education, summer camp, ranch, and conferences.




Ohio Summer Camps on CampChannel.com

OH Directory Overview

Ohio camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Ohio % of Dir.
Total Listings582.5%
Day Camps392.7%
Resident Camps342.8%
Family Camps133.5%
Travel Camps72.7%
Coed Camps572.9%
All-Girls Camps20.6%
All-Boys Camps10.5%

Format counts may overlap.

Price Range and Age by Format

Listings offering that format exclusively. Fewer than 5 listings omitted. Prices reflect director-reported brackets.
Format Price/Wk Ages Coed%
DayUnder $100 - $8516 - 15100%
Resident$150 - $1,9517 - 17100%

Ages = median values. Prices = director-reported brackets.

Top specialty categories for Ohio within this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
Specialty Listings % of State % of Category
General Program3662.1%3.2%
Family Camps1322.4%3.5%
Horseback Riding Camps1119.0%4.5%
Adventure Camps915.5%3.1%
Travel Camps712.1%3.0%


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.