Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–12 · $250/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–12

Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III

Hyde Park · $250/week

Nature Camp In The Parks at Ault Park offers day camp experiences focused on outdoor exploration and nature education for children in Cincinnati.

▌ Editor's read The provided website for Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III is a 'Summer Day Camps Preview 2026' page from Cincinnati Parks, indicating it is a municipal parks program. The site loads successfully and provides general information about upcoming camp offerings, including nature-focused day camps. There is no specific information regarding ACA accreditation for this particular camp, and it was not found in the ACA directory. The website does not list specific staff-to-camper ratios or mention background check policies. Google reviews for 'Cincinnati Parks Summer Camps' generally show positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of activities and engaging staff. The camp is clearly a day camp program. Social media handles for Cincinnati Parks are @cincyparks on Instagram and 'cincyparks' on Facebook, as found on the main Cincinnati Parks website.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 5090 Observatory Cir, Cincinnati, OH 45208, USA
  • Cost notes: Non-City Resident: $250/week, City of Cincinnati Resident: $200/week.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III

What ages does Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III accept?
Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III cost?
Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III publishes $250/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III's hours?
Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III runs 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III?
Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III provide lunch?
Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Cincinnati?
Nature Camp In The Parks - Ault Park III is one of 22 outdoors/nature camps in Cincinnati that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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