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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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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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 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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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.

Science Adventures
Multiple Locations across the US, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA, WI

Campers in grades 1-6 can explore science in a fun, interactive way. Our quality hands-on experiments, innovative curriculum and professional instructors bring your child’s understanding of science to the next level.

Camp Ledgewood Girl Scouts of North East Ohio
Peninsula, OH
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.

The Salvation Army Camp SWONEKY
Oregonia, OH

HOPE BEGINS HERE! The purpose of Salvation Army camping is serve the needs of campers: Physical, social, and spiritual. We serve children in SW OH and NE KY.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Columbus Academy Summer Experience
Gahanna, OH

Summer Experience offers engaging programming for students in PreK–12th Grade, designed to meet a wide range of interests.

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.

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.

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.

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

Hiram House Camp
Chagrin Falls, OH

Ohio's Oldest Camp Since 1896 - 172 Wooded Acres in Scenic Northeast Ohio, Summer Camp Camps, ( Day Camp, Overnight Camp ) School Camp, Horseback Riding Camp, Teambuilding Adventure, Retreats Groups

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!

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.





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.