Columbia Outdoor School
Cranbrook, British Columbia · Show on map
Overview
Columbia Outdoor School is a summer camp in Cranbrook, British Columbia.
Programs listed for this camp: outdoor.
- Type
- Summer camp
- Programs
- Outdoor
- Address
- 2279 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4J5
Practical details
- Registration 2027Registration for summer 2027 opens March 1st.
- Financial aidOffered (bursaries or subsidies)
Collected automatically from the camp website (columbiaoutdoorschool.com) in November 2026. Hours and services change from year to year, so confirm with the camp.
Google reviews of Columbia Outdoor School
What reviewers say
Reviewers consistently praise the friendly, energetic counsellors and staff, and many say their children came home more confident and made new friends. Kids are described as enjoying the activities, hikes, lake time and campfire songs, and the food is singled out as excellent. Several parents recommend the program, though one reviewer noted that the cost of a second week was a concern.
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Diane J.July 2023
My daughters have been attending this camp since 2017 at 6 years old. Every year gets better for them, this year as a JOYL my 12 yo raved about the food and friends and counsellors. Fozzy is a red seal chef and G actually commented that it tasted like 5 star hotel food!
The counsellors are so welcoming from beginning to end, their energy is contagious.
I always see our girls come out stronger, more confident and of course with new friends.
I recommend this camp to any and all interested.
Cheers to many many more happy years!Sharon M.July 2022
My daughter spent a week here this summer and had a fabulous time. It wasn’t her first overnight camp, but her first Blue Lake experience. She was disappointed when she wasn’t able to go to the other camp she had been attending but by the end of the week was raving about Blue Lake and wants to go back next year.
Paige M.July 2024
Camp is absolutely magical, I remember going here for the first time in the summer of 2022 as a camper and it was beyond amazing. The staff always bring fun activities and smiles wherever they go, from going on hikes, to jumping in the lake, to campfire songs every night, and meeting new people is always amazing. Camp is my favorite place ever and there is no better place I'd want to spend a week of my summer at. This is truly one of the most magical and special places ever.
Chrisy H.August 2020
My family just spent 4 days at the Blue Lake Family Camp (their response to covid-19).
It was incredible! We didn't want to leave. My 8 year old son w(has been to Disneyland, Mexico, Dr. Seuss cruise ship, etc) said it was the best time of his life!
There was a great balance between provided programing (treasure hunt, canoe lesson, etc) and free time.
They catered to our specific dietary requirements and amazingly I didn't get glutened/sick even once!
Thank you to Bubbles and Fozzi for an amazing time 😀S B.July 2020
I'm so pleased with our experience at the day camp in Kimberley. Thank you to Blue Lake and the Columbia Outdoor School for adapting and providing an option for working parents during the pandemic. Our daughter had so much fun with "Boots' and "Glitch". Highly recommend!
Liz S.August 2021
We just had our Wedding at Blue Lake. It was amazing. We had our own personal lake and forrest to ourselves and our guests. At first we where going to do some of the catering ourselves but decided against it. The Chef there was awsome and so accommodating. Fozzy and Mama bear where so warm and welcoming. They took care of everything! Pefect for a weekend to disconnect and enjoy our family. Tricia in the office was so great to deal with and answered all of our questions and always took time out for a quick phone call. I would highly recommend having a wedding or event there!
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Where Columbia Outdoor School is
2279 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 4J5
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Summer 2027 registration
The camp website says: Registration for summer 2027 opens March 1st.
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This listing combines public information from: Google Maps business listing. Logo and photos: camp website; main photo: Google Maps; rating and reviews: Google Maps. Last checked: November 2026. Dates, prices and policies can change, so confirm them with the camp.
