For Kids

Junior Ranger Camp

A two-day day camp is offered each summer at Great Falls Park for children, ages 8-11. Campers will spend two days with Park Rangers exploring the park, taking hikes, participating in activities, and having fun.

Reservations are required. All Junior Ranger activities are offered free of charge. To learn more or to make a reservation, call the park at 703-285-2965.

2013 Camp Dates

Campers must be between the ages of 8-11 to register. Sessions run for two days from 9:00 am to 2:00 PM. Please call for reservations, spaces do fill quickly. Wait lists will be started when a session fills up.

June 25-26- session is full, a wait list has been started.
July 9-10- session is full, a wait list has been started.
July 16-17- session is full, a wait list has been started.
July 23-24- session is full, a wait list has been started.
July 30-31- session is full, a wait list has been started.
August 6-7- session is full, a wait list has been started.

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Interested in exploring Great Falls Park? Here are some ways to learn more while having fun in the park.

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Junior Ranger Program

Children 5 and up are invited to participate in the Junior Ranger Program. The program is an exciting experience for those wishing to explore the park. There are two booklets, grouped by age, which can be signed out at the Visitor Center desk. Most Junior Rangers complete the booklet in one to two hours, but may take as much time as they wish to finish. Children who complete the booklet earn a Junior Ranger Badge to honor their accomplishments.

The Junior Ranger booklets are available to download here.

Ages 5-7 (.pdf file)
Ages 8-12 (.pdf file)

Want to explore more of your National Parks? Many National Parks offer Junior Ranger programs both in the park and on the Internet. Visit WebRangers for more information on web-based programs. For a complete listing of all National Parks offering Junior Ranger programs in the park itself, visit theRanger Zone.