Indralaya is a sanctuary of natural beauty and peace located on Orcas Island in the San Juan Islands of Washington State, USA.
Indralaya was founded in 1927 by members of the Theosophical Society as a practical experiment in applying theosophical living. These principles continue to form the basis of our philosophy, community life, and programs.
In Indralaya's unique environment, individuals and families are encouraged to live in cooperative harmony with nature and each other, experiencing the interconnectedness of all forms of life while exploring individual pathways to wholeness. Since its founding, a strong sense of community has been at the heart of Indralaya. Throughout the course of its 89 year history, many have volunteered time and assistance to the camp.
As participants in an ongoing experiment in theosophical living, campers not only take part in programs and discussions, they also share meals, after-meal chores, and other endeavors.
The camp encompasses seventy-eight acres of forest, meadows, and trails, situated along three quarters of a mile of coastal shoreline. We share this space with rabbits, deer, owls, mink, squirrels, sea otter, bald eagles, and other wildlife.
The camp offers a wide variety of programs. There is also daily meditation, trail walks, a small bookshop, and a surprisingly well-stocked metaphysical library.
From June through August the facilities are used almost continuously for programs. Weekend programs and “work parties” are held during the spring and fall months
Maximum occupancy is ninety-five people. Visitors are accommodated in simple rustic sleeping cabins warmed with wood burning stoves. Most cabins share a nearby bathhouse, while a few have self-contained plumbing.
As a theosophical camp, Indralaya welcomes the full participation of people of all races and religions. Membership in the Theosophical Society is not a requirement for participation in the camp and its activities.
The Theosophical Society is a worldwide organization founded in 1875 and dedicated to better understanding our place in the universe as well as the purpose and meaning of our lives.
