Traditional Summer Camps (Ages 5-12)
Dig Into Summer at one of Hillsborough County’s Traditional Summer Camps. Activities include adventure, nature, fitness, athletics, crafts and reading. Each program is carefully planned and designed to ensure each camper experiences a summer to remember. Traditional camps are offered in two-week sessions. All camps include field trips, guest speakers and on site events.

Traditional Summer Camp Locations:
• Brandon, 502 E. Sadie St. in Brandon, 813-635-8179
• Gardenville, 6219 Symmes Road in Gibsonton, 813-672-1120
• Keystone, 17928 Gunn Highway in Odessa, 813264-3819
• Northdale, 15550 Spring Pine Drive in Tampa, 813-264-8956  - THIS CAMP IS FULL
• Roy Haynes, 1902 S. Village Ave. in Tampa, 813-903-3480
• Ruskin, 901 6th St. SE in Ruskin, 813-672-7881
• Thonotosassa, 10132 Skewlee Road in Thonotosassa, 813-987-6206
• Westchase, 9791 Westchase Drive in Tampa, 813-964-2948 - THIS CAMP IS FULL
• Winston, 7605 Destin Drive in Tampa, 813-744-5539


Fine Arts Camp (Ages 7-12)
The Roy Haynes Fine Arts Camp will feature music, dance, drama, creative writing and glee-type variety shows. We strive to build on our campers’ budding creativity and to introduce them to new avenues of fine arts. Our goal is to provide a personal atmosphere in which students can have fun and learn cooperatively.

Fine Arts Camp Location:
• Roy Haynes, 1902 S. Village Ave. in Tampa, 813-903-3480

Teen Camps (Ages 12 – 17)
Hillsborough County Teen Camps have been designed for teenagers to have a place specifically where they can relax around peers, meet new friends and enjoy new and exciting learning experiences. Camp offers field trips, creative activities, sports, and adventures to encourage participants to play, laugh and learn their way through an unforgettable summer.

Teen Camp Locations:
• Apollo Beach, 664 Golf and Sea Blvd. in Apollo Beach, 813-671-7635
• Jackson Springs, 8620 Jackson Springs Road in Tampa, 813-554-5004
• Mango, 11717 Clay Pit Road in Seffner, 813-635-7489
• North Lakes, 2640 N. Lakeview Drive in Tampa, 813-264-3824
• Providence West, 5417 Providence Road in Riverview, 813-672-1120

Nature Camps (Ages 9-15)

• E.G. Simmons Fishing Camp, 2401 19th Ave. NW in Ruskin, 813-635-3500
Sessions I and III - Ages 9 to 11; Sessions II and IV - Ages 12 to 15
Two fun filled weeks of fishing and outdoor skills, including canoeing, camping and swimming. Guest speakers will include local outdoor celebrities. Camp will end with a deep sea fishing trip!

• Lettuce Lake Canoe Camp, 6920 E. Fletcher Ave. in Tampa, 813-635-3500
Sessions I & II - Ages 12 to 15; Sessions III & IV - Ages 9 to 11
Come experience nature through hands-on interaction! Children will learn the basics of canoeing, camping, backpacking and hiking while identifying native plant and animal species. Pitch a tent, build a fire, and leave no trace. Camp will finish with a 3 hour paddle on the Hillsborough River!

• Upper Tampa Bay Fun With Nature, 8001 Double Branch Road in Tampa, 813-635-3500
All sessions ages 8 to 15
If you enjoy Florida wildlife and nature you will love Hillsborough County’s summer camp at Upper Tampa Bay. You will experience fishing, hiking, canoeing, and wildlife viewing. Fun field trips to regional aquariums and a deep sea fishing trip!


Therapeutic/Special Needs Camps
• Camp Sparks at All People’s Life Center, 813-744-5978.
Camp Sparks is a summer day camp designed for participants ages 5-22 with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries and learning disabilities. Activities include sports, games, arts and crafts, and cooking, as well as special events, swimming and field trips. 

Camp Sparks Locations:
• All People’s Life Center, 6015 E. Sligh Ave. in Tampa
• Hunters Green Elementary, 9202 Highland Oak Dr. in Tampa
• Citrus Park Elementary, 7700 Gunn Hwy. in Odessa
• Northdale Recreation Center, 15550 Spring Pine Dr. in Tampa
• Chamberlain High School, 9401 North Blvd. in Tampa
• Turkey Creek High School, 5936 Connell Road in Plant City
• Riverview Recreation Center, 78047 Capitano St. in Riverview

Those wishing a discount for Camp Sparks must take their Free/Reduced Lunch Letter to any after school location BEFORE registration.


• Bakas Equestrian Center, 11510 Whisper Lake Trail in Tampa, 813-264-3890. (Registration for the Bakas Equestrian camp must be done directly at the Center)

The Equestrian Summer Camp at the Bakas Center is open to children ages 5-17 who love horses, and have always wanted to learn to ride. The cost for this camp is $50 per day or $250 per week. This camp is limited to 15 participants per day. Activities vary, and may include horse care, riding, arts/crafts, fishing, canoeing, carriage riding, hay rides, slip and slide, and possible off-site field trips.


For additional information and details, visit this page in the upcoming weeks, or call the Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department at 813-635-3500.