The Coolest Sleep Away Summer Camp Programs for Tampa Bay Kids
If you’ve been thinking about a sleep away camp for your child, we’ve got a few ideas for you!
There are some really amazing camps highlighted in our 2022 Summer Camp Guide, so we’ve pulled together this list of camps for your child to help them create memories that will last a lifetime!
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Camp Blue Ridge
355 Playhouse Drive, Clayton, GA 30525
954-665-8686; blueridgecamp.com
Camp Blue Ridge is a family operated, activity-oriented, coed, accredited summer camp. At Camp Blue Ridge, we strive to develop an independent camper within a community setting. We offer children and teens an ever-evolving collection of specialized activities in the areas of aquatics, athletics, outdoor adventure and the cultural arts.
Cost: varies by session, *please call for first-time camper rates and camp specials
Dates/Times: June 12 – July 30, sleep-away
Ages: 5-16, Coed
Camp Dovewood
23221 101st Road, O’Brien 32071
386-209-1908 or 386-935-0863; campdovewood.org
Camp Dovewood celebrates 45 years of dynamic Christian camping for girls 7-16 in North Florida. We have an outstanding equestrian program with certified instructors: huntseat, rodeo, dressage, grooming, vet care and trail rides. We also offer swimming instruction, tennis, cheerleading, art, drama, archery, Bible, volleyball, softball, cooking, gymnastics, music and baton. ACA and CHA accredited.
Cost: $775-$1,295
Dates/Times: June 12 – July 23, 1-2 week sessions
Ages: 7-16, Girls Only
Camp Gilead
1445 Camp Gilead Drive, Polk City 33868
863-984-1353; campgilead.com
Camp Gilead is a year-round Christian Camp and conference center that has served central Florida since 1938! Whether your children are seasoned campers or first-timers, we are confident that they will find the friendly atmosphere at Camp Gilead refreshing and exciting. We exist to glorify God by creating a fun, safe, Christ-centered place for children and teens to evaluate their relationship with Jesus Christ and to be challenged both physically and spiritually while making lifelong friends.
Cost: $345 Overnight Camp, $245 Commuter Camp
Dates/Times: June 5 – July 22, times vary
Ages: K-12, Coed
Camp Osprey
18050 US Highway 301 S., Wimauma 33598
941-928-6860; camposprey.com
Camp Osprey Kid’s Day / Overnight Adventure Camp is located on 204 acres that meander along the Little Manatee River. Horseback riding, zipline, giant swing, paintball, BB guns, archery, kayaking, paddleboards, swimming, fishing and art and crafts are offered in a Christian-based environment of family fun. Make a lifetime of memories in just one summer.
Cost: Day Camp $325/week, Overnight $645/week
Dates/Times: Day Camp M-F, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Overnight Camp Sun. 4 p.m. to Sat. 9:30 a.m.
Ages: 7-15, Coed
Camp Rockmont for Boys
375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711
828-686-3885; rockmont.com
A Summer of Adventure. A Lifetime of Friendship. At Rockmont, campers get to experience the wildness of being a boy outdoors, the welcoming embrace of a loving community and the wonder of being alive. What makes Rockmont different is Age Progressive Programming. As your son grows, so will his camp experience! And our incredible counselors and staff are with him every step of the way.
Cost: $1,000-$6,800
Dates/Times: June 5 – Aug. 5, 1-4 week overnight sessions
Ages: 6-16, Boys (Counselor in Training Program for 17-year-olds)
Camp Woodmont
381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA 30731
423-472-6070; campwoodmont.com
Imagine a home away from home where your child feels secure, welcome and reassured—that’s Camp Woodmont! Just two-and-a-half hours from Atlanta, this ACA-accredited camp boasts two generations of family management. Overnight camp for boys & girls ages 6 to 14. Activities include archery, climbing, horseback riding, crafts, games, sports and more!
One- and two-week sessions available.
Cost: $1,075/week or $1,650/2 weeks
Dates/Times: May 29 – July 29, Overnight 1 and 2 week sessions
Ages: 6-14, Coed
Girl Scout Camp Wai Lani & Wildwood
500 Wai Lani Road, Palm Harbor 34683 & 9583 County Road 223, Wildwood 34785
813-281-GIRL; gswcf.org/summercamp
You’ll have countless opportunities to access your inner go-getter, innovator, risk-taker and leader as you try new things and explore the outdoors. Go paddling in the bay in a canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard! Visit the marine science lab, go on a hiking adventure or conquer the climbing tower, all while building friendships that last a lifetime at Camp Wai Lani. Camp Wildwood is the place for girls who want to go on a horseback riding adventure and explore hundreds of acres of forest with miles of beautiful trails. Learn about native plants and animals, travel back to the pioneer times and visit the barn to spend time with our many horses, all while building friendships that last a lifetime.
Cost: $250-$650
Dates/Times: June – August, Times Vary
Ages: 6-17; Female
Earth Immersion SCUBA Summer Camp
180th St., Live Oak 32060
352-641-0350; earthimmersion.com/scuba-diving-summer-camp.html
Earth Immersion is a scuba, adventure and outdoor education camp for teens (13-17) looking for an unmatched experience exploring North Florida’s crystal-clear springs. Activities include earning SCUBA certifications, snorkeling, canoeing, hiking, fishing, tubing, community service hours and learning about freshwater/marine biology. We offer 7- or 13-day overnight coed programs.
Cost: $2,050-$3,650
Date/Times: June 12 – Aug. 7, 7- or 13-day overnight programs
Ages: 13-17, Coed
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp
606 Valley View Ranch Road, Cloudland, GA 30731
706-862-2231; valleyviewranch.com
Since 1954, this horse lovers’ paradise on top of Lookout Mountain offers 600 acres of scenic trails and panoramic views where all levels of riders will learn English and Western. Enrollment is limited to 50 girls and is open to ages 8-17. Spend up to six hours a day riding and caring for your OWN camp horse.
Cost: $2,200-$3,800
Dates/Times: June 5 – Aug. 5, Overnight
Ages: 8-17, Female
A Word of Life Camp: The Coast
13247 Word of Life Drive, Hudson 34669
727-379-5005; wol.is/tbpm
Are you ready for a summer you’ll never forget? Campers at The Coast will experience high energy action, form lifelong friendships and make defining decisions about their faith as they spend their days worshiping, studying Biblical truths and having a ton of fun in the Florida sun!
Cost: Junior Weeks (6-12yr): $253-$344, Teen Weeks (12-18yr): $279-$399
Dates/Times: June 5 – July 29, day camp and overnight camp options
Ages: Junior Weeks: 6-12 years old, Teen Weeks: 12-18 years old, Coed