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Camp Koolaree

United Church camping on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, near Nelson, British Columbia.

Camp Koolaree brings people together through outdoor activities, shared meals and time in nature. Our lakeside camp is reached by boat from McDonald’s Landing.

Campers enjoying the water at Koolaree
From the Camp Koolaree photo archive.

Summer camp information

The 2026 camping season has ended. Dates, fees and registration details for the next season will be posted when confirmed.

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Life at Koolaree

Campers and leaders gathered around the campfire circle among the trees
Gathering at the campfire circle.
Campers painting a colourful craft project together
Getting creative together.

Photos from the Camp Koolaree archive.

Koolaree from above

Aerial view of Koolaree’s lodge and the surrounding forest
Above the lodge — watch the fly-by.
Koolaree’s forested shoreline viewed from above Kootenay Lake
The camp’s lakeside setting — watch the aerial tour.

Archive previews from drone videos by David Ermacora, shared on the Koolaree website in 2017.

Our mission

To provide a camp experience in a safe, sustainable and natural setting and to foster a deeper individual connection to Community, Creation and the Creator among campers and staff.

Our purpose, vision and values

Support Camp Koolaree

Donations and volunteer time help care for the camp and make the camp experience more accessible.

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