Check Out the Benefits of Florida Summer & Year Round Camp Jobs
Florida Summer & Year Round Camp Job Perks
100% Worth It
We won’t kid you — working at summer camp or year round can be emotionally and physically challenging, but it’s totally worth it! The long term rewards of a camp job are many. You’re investing your time in other people, building kids up, developing their self esteem, proving your work ethic, building a social network, and maybe even getting a head start on your career with an internship or resumé builder.
Have Fun in Florida
Of course, you have to have some down time. It is essential for every camp counselor’s well-being that they take time off to recharge, and Florida offers the best attractions and most fun activities — all near by.
- Wild Florida Airboats
- Kennedy Space Center
- Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
- The Wheel at ICON Park
- Adventure Island
- Altitude Trampoline Park
- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
- Axecelsior Axe Throwing
- The Bureau Escape Room
- Busch Gardens
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium
- Congo River Golf
- Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
- Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
- Giraffe Ranch
- iFLY Indoor Skydiving
- Marineland Dolphin Adventure
- Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
- SEA LIFE Aquarium
- Sea World
- Tank America
- Universal’s Volcano Bay
What sounds like fun today? Go to the beach, visit a natural spring, or chill at a movie?
If you want a summer or year round job with lots of opportunities near by, Circle F Dude Ranch is the place for you!
| Location | City | Proximity to Camp |
|---|---|---|
| Humiston Beach Park | Vero Beach, FL | 70 Miles East |
| Siesta Key Beach | Sarasota, FL | 120 Miles West |
| Daytona Beach | Daytona, FL | 120 Miles Northeast |
| Location | City | Proximity to Camp |
|---|---|---|
| Bok Tower | Lake Wales, FL | 15 Minutes |
| WeKiwa Spring | Apoka, FL | 70 Miles North |
| Weeki Wachee Springs | Spring Hill, FL | 110 Miles East |
| Location | City | Proximity to Camp |
|---|---|---|
| Regal Eagle Ridge Mall | Lake Wales, FL | 15 Minutes |
| CMX Grand 10 | Winter Haven, FL | 30 Minutes |
| Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas IMAX | Davenport, FL | 45-60 Minutes |
More to Explore
Lake Wales, FL
Lake Wales is a small town about 5 to 10 minutes from the camp gate. It is a great place for everyday needs – Walmart, banks, auto parts, and fast food. There is a movie theater and a small mall. Most important are Dunkin donuts and Publix.
Winter Haven, FL
Winter Haven is a little bigger than Lake Wales and is about 20 to 30 minutes from camp. It hosts a large selection of chain restaurants such as First Watch, Starbucks, and Panera Bread. There is also an up-and-coming downtown with trending shops like Haven Coffee and Adlers.
Lakeland, FL
Lakeland is approximately 45 minutes from the Ranch and has many restaurants, shops, and attractions. The downtown is full of fun places to spend a day like The Joinery or Ax-Claber Ax Throwing.
Orlando, FL
Only an hour away, Orlando is the Theme Park capital of the world. The gates of Disney World are only 45 minutes from camp, including the vast Disney Springs area that is free to explore. A little further away is SeaWorld and Universal Studios with CityWalk. Countless restaurants and additional attractions line the famous International Drive. From miniature golf to a giant Ferris Wheel, there is something for everyone in Orlando.
Tampa, FL
Just a little over an hour to the east of camp is Tampa which offers Busch Gardens theme park and its many roller coasters, Lowery Park Zoo, Ybor City District with its many restaurants and clubs, and the Channel Side District.
Kissimmee, FL
Located about an hour north of camp, Kissimmee is minutes away from everything Orlando offers, but with its own unique attractions and restaurants like Fun Spot.