Great Parks’ day camps are designed to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, build new skills and connect young explorers with the natural world. Each camp is tailored to a specific age group and offers unique experiences in a safe, supportive environment.
Camps are offered at five Great Parks destinations across Hamilton County:
Registration is now open for all 2026 Day Camps.
Build outdoor skills and confidence through paddling, climbing, survival challenges and exploration.
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Care for animals, explore gardens and discover where food comes from through hands-on farm fun.
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Build fishing skills, from first casts to on-the-water angling adventures.
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Build confidence in and out of the saddle through horse care, safety and riding fundamentals for all experience levels.
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Connect with nature in meaningful ways through science, history, art and outdoor play.
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Before and after care are available for Operation Outdoors camps at Miami Whitewater Forest for $30 per week, per camper. Indicate your choice when registering. The hours are 7:30-9 a.m. for before care and 4-5:30 p.m. for after care.
Great Parks works to provide inclusive access to natural spaces for all. The Great Parks Scholarship Fund offers campers the opportunity to connect with nature through financial support.
All scholarship applicants will be considered, but priority will be given to residents or groups located in Hamilton County. The awarded scholarship is up to 75% of the program cost, with a maximum of $300. Non-Hamilton County Residents are only eligible for 50% up to $200.
Applications must be mailed in or dropped off at Great Parks, 10245 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45231 a month in advance of the program or camp.
Program participants must first be registered for the camp or program. To register for a program or camp, please call 513-521-7275. To register for Horse Riding lessons or Horseback Riding Camp, please call 513-931-3057, These registrations are not accepted online.
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Individual Scholarship Application
Support for Great Parks’ education programming at free or reduced cost is funded in part by the Charles H. Dater Foundation, First Financial Bank Foundation, John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust, c/o PNC Charitable Trusts and the Millstone Foundation.
Great Parks uses CampDoc to enhance the day camp experience for participants and staff through its specialized electronic health record system. Parents or guardians must complete their camper's health profile online through CampDoc at least seven days before camp begins. Additional information is included in the confirmation email sent upon registration.
For questions or assistance with CampDoc, visit the CampDoc Support site, email the CampDoc Support Team or call 734-636-1000.
For camp-related questions, email [email protected] or call 513-521-7275.
