Welcome to Metro Parks Summer Camp!
Metro Parks Summer Camps are weekly programs designed for kids to come as you are, explore nature and make new friends. With our dedicated and highly trained Camp Team, parents and guardians are guaranteed that their kids will have the opportunity to safely discover a world of outdoor adventures unlike any other, and make memories and friendships that last a lifetime, all in our incredible Metro Parks.
2025 Summer Camp Information
2025 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION AND ESSAY… coming soon
2025 SUMMER CAMP PARENTS HANDBOOK… coming soon
View 2025 Summer Camps… coming soon
2025 Metro Parks Summer Camp Registration Information
- Camp offerings will be posted online for viewing by Wednesday, February 19. This information will include locations, ages, dates, times, and prices.
- Early registration date for Franklin County residents ONLY will open on Wednesday, March 5 at 9am.
- Camp registration will open to non-Franklin County residents on Thursday, March 6 at 9am.
- Before and After Care is not available for the 2025 Camp Season.
- Summer Camp Cancellation Policy:
90% refund for all cancellations until March 31, 2025
50% refund for all cancellations until April 30, 2025
No refunds after May 1, 2025
How to Register for Summer Camp
- Our registration system has not changed!
- Click here on or after March 5 (Franklin County residents) or March 6 (non-Franklin County residents) to visit the registration page for 2025 Summer Camps.
- Simply login, reset your password (if needed) and update any personal information that has changed prior to completing your registration.
- Need help on registration day? Call 614-891-0700 or email naturecamps@metroparks.net
Frequently Asked Questions
Goals of Metro Parks Summer Camp
Our Summer Camps will:
- Create a safe and inclusive environment in which campers can discover nature.
- Provide opportunities for campers to make new friends and build relationships.
- Introduce campers to new outdoor adventures and nature experiences.
- Facilitate the development of new skills through hands-on learning.
- Foster a life-long appreciation and understanding of the natural world.
- Change lives naturally
- Have Fun!
