The Firs Camps & Retreats
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The Firs is a Christian camping and retreat ministry in Bellingham on 118 forested acres with 4,500 feet of Lake Whatcom waterfront and a private island. Its flagship Camp Firwood is a high-energy overnight Christian youth camp for ages 7-18 with watersports, sports and Bible studies; The Firs also runs day camp, preschool and homeschool enrichment for kids as young as 3. Faith-based, nature- and adventure-focused programming.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact The Firs Camps & Retreats directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Alicia HemphillExcellent retreat center. Friendly staff, clean cabins and amenities. I appreciate the dietary accommodations they can make even though I don’t need any. The food is pretty decent for camp food, and the cabins were tidy and presentable for staying - plenty of towels, clean bathrooms etc. It’s in a lovely and idyllic PNW setting and the area is peaceful. What I have also loved about coming for years is the proximity of everything to the “center” by the ball courts where kids can play and parents can chit chat. It’s always a treat to come here and bring my children.
★★★★★John HappelI had a wonderful and blessed time at The Firs during our presbytery family camp. The food was excellent—fresh, tasty, and served with care. The facilities were clean and well-kept, and I especially appreciated the peaceful little cabin I stayed in; it was simple, cozy, and just what I needed for rest and reflection. One of the highlights of the weekend was gathering with my church family to sing psalms together—what a joy to lift our voices in worship surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation. I’m so thankful for the staff and the Christ-centered hospitality they show. I highly recommend The Firs to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat rooted in Christian fellowship.
★★★★★Mini JacobWent for a church retreat here. Great place to stay with multiple individual dwellings, meeting room and dining room. The lake is nearby and you can go for boat rides, canoeing etc. Life jackets are provided.
★★★★★Noel Prince DevaneyanGreat place to spend the weekend. We throughly enjoyed the water activities. Amazing staff and was ready to help all the time. Must visit this place. We will be back soon!
★★★★★joyce thompsonMost amazing experience! When we arrived both my kids were nervous but every person who got us through the registration was so happy and friendly. The staff seem like they truly love their job. Also my child needs some medical assistance and the nursing staff was so amazing and helpful to do what ever was needed to make sure my child had an amazing week at camp. They are the kindest group of people and made me feel like my child was safe and his needs were being taken care of. We love the The Firs camp