Level-based riding
An arrival riding assessment guides English or Western instruction, arena work, trail rides and horse care.
2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Circle F Dude Ranch Camp
Lake Wales, Florida
Circle F Dude Ranch Camp
A residential camp combining English and Western riding, ranch crafts and lake activities for children interested in horses and ranch life.
Circle F Dude Ranch Camp in Lake Wales has a strong riding and Western-ranch identity, alongside ropes, sports, arts and water activities. Campers are grouped by age, with separate boys’ and girls’ cabin areas and air-conditioned buildings. The independent camp welcomes all faiths and states that it does not teach or practice a particular religion.
ACA-accredited camp
CAMP-FL-001
Courses & activities
Ranch skills
Leatherwork, roping, square dancing and chuck-wagon cooking introduce Western ranch traditions.
High ropes and climbing
Ropes and climbing add physical challenges beyond riding, with activity-specific participation requirements.
Arts, sports and water
Making, dance, theater, swimming and boating give campers several ways to balance their day.
Camp features & life
Riding included in tuition
Horseback riding is optional and carries no additional camper activity fee, with instruction matched to ability.
Ranch-show traditions
Main sessions include rodeo and horse-show traditions where campers demonstrate what they have practiced.
Air-conditioned, age-grouped living
Five age divisions cover ages 6–16, with separate cabin areas for boys and girls and a consistent residential group.
Who might enjoy this camp?
- Campers interested in riding, horse care and ranch culture
- Children who want outdoor challenges alongside arts
- Families able to meet the camp’s health, self-care and conduct requirements
Before enrollment and a non-refundable deposit, disclose learning, physical, mental-health or behavioral support needs. The camp explicitly does not accept habitual bedwetters. Paintball and axe throwing require age 10+, and riding is assessed by ability.
2027 dates & tuition
2027 dates & tuition
2027-06-06 to 2027-06-19Session 1 · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
2 weeks
USD 4,000
2027-06-20 to 2027-07-10Session 2 · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
3 weeks
USD 5,400
2027-07-11 to 2027-07-31Session 3 · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
3 weeks
USD 5,400
2027-06-27 to 2027-07-10Session 2BC · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
2 weeks
USD 4,000
2027-07-18 to 2027-07-31Session 3BC · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
2 weeks
USD 4,000
2027-06-20 to 2027-06-26Session 2A · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
1 week
USD 2,000
2027-07-11 to 2027-07-17Session 3A · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
1 week
USD 2,000
2027-07-19 to 2027-07-25Session 3B · Ages 6–16; health and support requirements apply
1 week
USD 2,000
A non-refundable USD 750 deposit is required per camper per session. A second payment is due February 1, 2027; all balances and add-ons are due May 1. Refunds before May 1 exclude the deposit; afterward payments are non-refundable.
Optional paintball is USD 85/week, theme-park excursions USD 285/trip and airport transfers USD 200 each way. Card payments add 3%, echecks 1%, and wire payments USD 35.
Tuition includes regular activities, lodging, meals, daily snacks and weekly laundry. Confirm waterpark arrangements for the selected session.
Travel & participation
Health paperwork: a physical within one year is required, with provider forms, parent authorization, immunizations and medication information submitted at least 14 days before camp.
Travel: MCO transfers may be arranged for USD 200 each way. Coordinate flights with camp and provide itineraries at least two weeks ahead; ask an advisor about Tampa.
International preparation: confirm language needs and eligibility. Passports, travel documents and personal electronics are held by the office during camp and returned for departure.
Past-program photos (4)
Enquiries & Applications
Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.
Enquiries & Applications