Wabun
Bear Island, Ontario · Show on map
Overview
Wabun is an overnight summer camp in Bear Island, Ontario.
Programs listed for this camp: academic, leadership, outdoor, special needs support and sports.
Listed ages: 10 to 18.
The camp appears as “OCA accredited” in its association’s directory.
The camp says it can support campers with needs such as ADD / ADHD, Learning Disabilities.
- Type
- Overnight camp
- Programs
- Academic, leadership, Outdoor, Special needs support, Sports, Teens
- Ages
- Ages 10 to 18
- Campers
- Single-gender sessions
- Accreditation
- OCA accredited
- Address
- P0H 1C0
Practical details
- BusChartered bus from Toronto; $150 each way, plus 13% HST.
- Sibling discountOffered
- Financial aidOffered (bursaries or subsidies)
Collected automatically from the camp website (wabun.org) in November 2026. Hours and services change from year to year, so confirm with the camp.
Special needs support listed
- ADD / ADHD
- Learning Disabilities
Listed activities
- Camping / Cookouts
- Canoe Trips
- Canoeing
- Leadership Skills
- Nature Studies
- Swimming (Recreational)
Google reviews of Wabun
What reviewers say
Reviewers describe Wabun as a traditional canoe-tripping camp where campers learned outdoor woodcraft and canoecraft and built lasting memories. Several mention well-qualified staff and good relationships with local First Nations people, and many say they still think back on the experience years later. One reviewer found the staff friendly but felt that cost mattered more than anything else.
AI-generated summary of this camp’s Google reviews. It can miss details, so read the reviews below.
Steve W.April 2026
I was a camper there in my 7th grade year. What an amazing experience, learning lessons and skills that I have used for a lifetime!
Steve F.August 2024
I want to camp there one summer some 54 years ago. Traditional canoe tripping camp. Great learning of outdoor woodcraft and canoecraft, great relationship with the indigenous population on bear Island nearby. Stands out in my mind as one of the singular experiences of my life.
Lucas L.December 2025
I love it this is my 4 year best place ever! Would recommend going
John T.August 2018
Fantastic wilderness canoe tripping camp for boys and girls 10-18. Traditional methods, well-qualified staff, and great relationships with local First Nations people.
Douglas B.March 2023
I went to camp there a little over 50 years ago. It was one of the best experiences of my life.
evan J.April 2018
Some of the best summers of my life Chippy thur Wabun A those who are fortunate enough to attend this camp will never forget this unique and amazing camp
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Where Wabun is
P0H 1C0
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Where this listing comes from
This listing combines public information from: Google Maps business listing and Ontario Camps Association member directory. 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.
