A Summer Camp Near Tampa Families Love
Just a short drive from Tampa — 204 acres of adventure on the Little Manatee River.
A Short Drive from Tampa Bay, a World Away From Screens
If you're searching for a summer camp near Tampa, Camp Osprey gives your kids a real outdoor adventure without a long road trip. We sit on 204 acres along the Little Manatee River in Wimauma, FL — close enough for an easy drive from the Tampa Bay area, yet far enough to feel like a true camp getaway.
Close to Home
Drop-off and pick-up are simple for families across the Tampa Bay area. Our 204-acre campus is an easy drive from Tampa, Riverview, Brandon, and Sun City Center — right here in Hillsborough County.
On the Little Manatee River
Set along the Little Manatee River, our campus features Lake Dot, wooded trails, and wide-open space — the kind of natural Florida setting that's hard to find in the city.
Nurse-Founded & Trusted
Founded in 2018 by Sandy & Gary Bembry — Sandy is a registered nurse and mother of five sons — Camp Osprey is rated 4.7★ from 119 Google reviews by local families.
Families From All Across Hillsborough County
Campers come to Camp Osprey from throughout the Tampa Bay area. Wherever you are, the adventure is closer than you think.
Overnight & Day Camp for Ages 7–15
Whether your camper wants the full sleepaway experience or a daily adventure close to home, we have an all-inclusive option with no hidden fees.
- Monday – Friday, 8am – 5:30pm
- Breakfast & lunch included
- All activities included
- Professional supervision
- An easy drive from the Tampa Bay area — off screens, home happy & tired
- Sunday 4pm – Saturday 10am
- 3 meals/day + snacks
- Air-conditioned cabin lodging
- All activities included
- Evening programs & events
- Weekly laundry service
- The FULL Camp Osprey experience
- Only needed for back-to-back weeks
- Rainbow River trip
- Weeki Wachee Springs
- Anna Maria Island beach day
- Three Sisters Springs
All-inclusive pricing means everything is covered — every activity, meals, and weekly laundry for overnight campers — with no hidden fees. See the full breakdown and 2026 session dates on our tuition page.
Adventures You Won't Find in the City
From horseback riding to a 40-foot ropes course, every day is packed with hands-on, screen-free fun on the Little Manatee River.
Horseback & High Adventure
Trail rides, a certified 40-foot ropes course, a giant rope swing, ziplining, and archery — first-timers are always welcome.
Water Sports on Lake Dot
The blob, canoeing, tubing, fishing, and a water slide, all watched over by Red Cross–certified lifeguards.
Creative & Chill
Arts & crafts, movie nights, campfires, and dance nights round out the week.
Completely Screen-Free
No phones, no screens — just real adventure, real friendships, and kids fully present in the moment.
Safety You Can Trust
Camp Osprey was founded and is overseen by a registered nurse, with safety built into everything we do.
Camp Osprey is also a faith-based, non-denominational Christian camp — and all families are warmly welcome. Have questions about your camper's needs? Read our full health & safety details on the Campers Corner page, or contact us before registering.
We're Here to Help
Wondering if Camp Osprey is the right fit for your family? Reach out — we'd love to chat about sessions, the drive, or anything else on your mind.
Adventure is closer than you think.
Prefer to talk? Call 1-941-928-6860 or read answers to common questions in our FAQ.