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Great Adventures. Even Greater Memories.
As Akron's premier summer camp destination, Summer at Old Trail serves over 700 children, ages 3-14, each year, creating lasting memories and fostering growth in every camper.
Inspiring Passion. Fostering Growth.
With each camp tailored to inspire and engage, we provide the perfect space for children to develop their talents, build confidence and launch on a journey of personal growth.
Less Screen Time. More Sunshine.
Forget the screen time. It's summertime! It's time for exploring, discovering and creating! Outdoor play offers numerous benefits to children's development, including promoting physical health, mental well-being and cognitive growth.
Little Steps. Endless Possibilities.
With over 100 uniquely themed camps to choose from, Summer at Old Trail offers endless opportunities for children to explore their interests, discover new passions, and take on exciting challenges.
Unmatched Experiences. Inside and Out.
Summer at Old Trail is committed to providing a diverse range of specialized camps that inspire children ages 3-14 to explore, grow, play and learn. Nestled in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, our programs offer a flexible, stimulating environment where children can dive into their passions while families enjoy a schedule that fits their busy lives. As Akron's premier summer camp destination, we strive to create enriching experiences that spark curiosity and encourage lifelong learning, all while delivering variety and excitement each week.
What Sets Us Apart?
As the nation's only independent school located within a national park, Old Trail School invites hundreds of campers each year to unique and enriching experiences in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. With a wide variety of themed camps, from outdoor adventures to creative arts and sciences, Summer at Old Trail is a one-of-a-kind experience that inspires curiosity and fosters personal growth in an unforgettable setting.
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Each week-long camp offers a carefully crafted focus to inspire and engage children with diverse passions.
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At Summer at Old Trail, campers enjoy daily access to our unique 62-acre campus nestled in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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Our camps are intentionally designed with flexibility in mind to accommodate the needs of any family’s busy summer schedule.
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Summer at Old Trail offers bus transportation services with pick-up and drop-off locations in the Brecksville and Hudson communities.
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To accommodate busy schedules, we offer flexible extended care options with early drop-off and late pick-up available.
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A foundation of care and connection is woven into every aspect of our camp community.
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The much-anticipated list of camp offerings and descriptions for the 2025 Summer at Old Trail camp season has been finalized and is now available for families to explore.
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Excitement is building as Old Trail School recently announced the registration dates for its 2025 Summer at Old Trail season.
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OTS proudly welcomed more than 700 children for an unforgettable summer during our 2024 Summer at Old Trail camp season.