Ontario summer camps for 2026

A tradition of fun in the province of Ontario

Did you know that the first kids camp in the province was founded in 1900. Since that time, Ontario and especially its northern hinterlands and regions have become home to many hundreds of camps where kids experience the outdoors, find new friendships and create memories to last a lifetime. Camps have been shown to develop unique leadership skills in children, fostering independence, confidence, altruism and a collection of other traits that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Where to find camps in Ontario

Overnight camps are scattered throughout regions like Muskoka, Haliburton, the Ottawa Valley and elsewhere (as well as Toronto and other major centers), while the majority of day camps in Ontario are found throughout its cities and towns. Kids from across North America and, in fact, from around the world come to Ontario to experience the unique adventure and experience available only in one of this province's rich bounty of Ontario summer camps.

Experts on kids' camps

Since 1998, Our Kids Go to Camp has provided parents and Ontario camps a place to meet. We profiled about forty camps our first year and since that time have grown to showcase nearly 200 camps from Ontario, Quebec and the northeastern United States. Camps.ca is now the online home for articles and listings from Our Kids Go to Camp, and we look forward to helping thousands of Ontario parents searching online. Find the summer camp that's just right for your child(ren) right here with our listings of all Ontario summer camps, and compare Ontario camps by location, program type, and season.

Ontario summer camps: frequently asked questions

When should families start planning for Ontario summer camps?

Many Ontario summer camps open registration in the fall or winter, and popular programs can fill early. Families are generally encouraged to begin researching and comparing camps several months before summer.

How should parents compare Ontario camps?

When comparing Ontario camps, parents should consider factors such as age range, program focus, location, supervision, and whether the camp is a good fit for their child’s interests and comfort level.

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