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Black Lake Bible Camp

Black Lake Bible Camp

Coed sleepaway camp · Olympia, Washington · Since 1946

Winter camp tooChristian
Campers
Coed
Nearest airport
OLM · 3 mi

Black Lake Bible Camp is a coed Christian camp in Olympia, WA, with sessions for grades 3–12 and a family camp. Activities include waterfront kayaking and canoeing, archery tag, rock climbing, and more. Registration for spring and summer 2027 opens January 1, 2027, and enrollment is currently open.

Prices and dates checked on Nov 11, 2026 on blbcolympia.com

Photos

Photos from Black Lake Bible Camp’s own website and materials.

Good fit for
  • Families looking for a Christian, faith-focused camp
  • First-time overnight campers in grades 3–5 through WinterPalooza
  • Kids who enjoy waterfront and outdoor activities
Worth knowing
  • Most listed sessions do not show a price, so confirm total cost before registering
  • The refund policy can forfeit the deposit and has no refunds for dismissal, homesickness, late arrival/early departure, or no-shows
  • Optional linen rental and the camp store are extra costs

2027 sessions and prices

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
Middle School Camp · middle schoolJul 5 – Jul 10––Waitlist
High School Camp · high schoolJul 19 – Jul 24––Waitlist
Jr. Camp 1 · grades 4th to 8thJun 27 – Jul 2––Ask
SessionJun 27 – Jul 2––Ask
SessionJul 4 – Jul 9––Ask
Jr. Camp 2 · grades 4th to 6thAug 1 – Aug 6––Ask
SessionAug 1 – Aug 6––Ask
Jr. Camp 3 · grades 4th to 6thAug 8 – Aug 13––Ask
Plus fees: Optional $10 linen rental; camp storeSource: camp’s dates and rates

Winter camp

SessionDatesPricePer weekStatus
All-Star Camp · grades 6-8Jan 22 – Jan 24––Open
SessionJan 22 – Jan 24––Ask
WinterPalooza · grades 3-5Feb 5 – Feb 7$265–Open
High School WinterJam · grades 9-12Feb 19 – Feb 21$325–Open

What it really costs

Deposit and payments$40 deposit Source
Refunds1+ month before camp: refund minus $75 deposit; less than 1 month: $25 cancellation fee + deposit forfeited; no refunds for dismissal, homesickness, late arrival/early departure, or no-shows. Source
Financial aidScholarships up to 50% off a single week of camp; apply online. Source
DiscountsMilitary 15% discount; pastor/missionary discounts; limited scholarships. Source
Extra feesOptional $10 linen rental; camp store Source

Activities

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Camp life

Waterfront
Black Lake waterfront and pool; kayaking and canoeing available. Source
Staying in touch
Mail letters to campers at camp address. Source
First-time campers
WinterPalooza is offered for campers who have not experienced summer camp to try overnight camp. Source
Food and allergies
Gluten-free, dairy/lactose-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan with advance notice. Source
Staff checks
Application, interview, federal and county background checks. Source
Who runs it
Black Lake Bible Camp Source
Faith
Christian Source
Visit or tour
Spring Open House on May 17, 2026; tours available. Source

Getting there

Address
6521 Fairview Road Southwest Source
Nearest airports
Olympia Regional Airport (OLM, 3 mi); Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW, 27 mi)
Phone
(360) 357-8425 Source
Seattle52 mi
Portland, Oregon103 mi
Sacramento586 mi
San Francisco637 mi

Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.

In the news

Questions about Black Lake Bible Camp

When are the 2027 sessions at Black Lake Bible Camp?

Middle School Camp: Jul 5 to Jul 10. High School Camp: Jul 19 to Jul 24. Jr. Camp 1: Jun 27 to Jul 2. None: Jun 27 to Jul 2. None: Jul 4 to Jul 9. Jr. Camp 2: Aug 1 to Aug 6.

Does Black Lake Bible Camp run a winter camp?

Yes. Black Lake Bible Camp also runs winter sessions: All-Star Camp: Jan 22, 2027 to Jan 24. Winter session: Jan 22, 2027 to Jan 24. WinterPalooza: Feb 5, 2027 to Feb 7. High School WinterJam: Feb 19, 2027 to Feb 21.

Is it good for first-time campers?

WinterPalooza is offered for campers who have not experienced summer camp to try overnight camp.

What is the refund policy?

1+ month before camp: refund minus $75 deposit; less than 1 month: $25 cancellation fee + deposit forfeited; no refunds for dismissal, homesickness, late arrival/early departure, or no-shows.

Is financial aid available?

Scholarships up to 50% off a single week of camp; apply online.

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