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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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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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+).

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Camp Memory
Dublin, OH

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

Camp Culture
Cleveland, OH

Camp Culture is a Faith-Based Camp that Exposes youth to Drama, Visual Art, Music, Dance and Creative Writing. Youth Ages 6-14 will experience each arts discipline and exhibit their own talents within the surrounding communities.In addition, older youth participate in service learning projects in various community settings. The 2014 season will run from June 9 - July 11. For more info contact 216-721-5934 or 216.624.9160

Head Start Basketball Camps
Cleveland, OH

The Head Start Basketball Camps emphasize the FUN-damentals of basketball while giving individual attention to each and every camper.

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

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.

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!

CCM Preparatory
Cincinnati, OH

If you’re looking for a fun, immersive and interactive summer arts experience for your kids, look no further than CCM Preparatory! Our summer attractions include a wide variety of programs in Music, Dance and Theatre Arts for all ages and levels.

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

Camp Hamwi
Danville, OH

A traditional camping experience in a medically supervised environment.

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.

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.





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.