Retreats & Rentals

smiling group of girls and leader walking

Consider Camp Jones Gulch as the perfect setting for your next retreat.

Whether you are looking for a quiet, relaxing retreat or you'd like to take advantage of our recreational activities, you'll find that YMCA Camp Jones Gulch offers a quailty and affordable experience in a beautiful location.

 

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Group Services Director
Lorraine Eberhardt
D 650 747 1206

 

Group Services Forms:

    Rates

Information Packet

Campus Map

Local Area Hospitals/Directions

Form A - Waiver & Release

 

Program Services Forms

 

11000 Pescadero Road
La Honda, CA 94020
P 650 747 1200
F 650 747 0986
info@campjonesgulch.org

Camp is the perfect place for your group to enjoy the outdoors and create memorable experiences in a relaxing environment.

Our courteous and friendly staff will strive to take care of all your needs and make your stay an enjoyable one.

Reservations are necessary (from 1 month to 1 year) in advance, and are made on a first come first served basis.  Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of a signed contract, certificate of liability insurance and non- refundable deposit.

Rates are based on the number of nights and meals requested.  Guaranteed minimums are required to reserve an entire area of camp. Off-season discounts are available December through March.

 

Add value to your retreat by reserving teambuilding or recreation programming with our staff.

Camp Jones Gulch invites you to schedule your next reunion, workshop or retreat at our beautiful facility nestled among old growth redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Camp is the perfect place for your group to enjoy the outdoors and create memorable experiences in a relaxing environment. Our courteous and friendly staff will strive to take care of all your needs and make your stay an enjoyable one.
We offer affordable weekend and extended-stay packages and year-round accommodations for groups up to 400, based on availability.
 
rotary cabin and porch Ohlone campfire

Rustic but comfortable dormitory style cabins are equipped with heat and electricity and house 8 - 18 guests each.  For smaller groups and families, we also offer individual cabins rentals based on availability.

 

Request more information

Group Services Director
Lorraine Eberhardt
D 650 747 1206

 

Group Services Forms:

    Rates

Information Packet

Campus Map

Local Area Hospitals/Directions

Form A - Waiver & Release

 

Program Services Forms

Camp Jones Gulch Info Sheet

 

11000 Pescadero Road
La Honda, CA 94020
P 650 747 1200
F 650 747 0986
info@campjonesgulch.org

Year-round facilities accommodate up to 390 people.

Villages are divided into four separate areas that range in space to accommodate up to 46 - 122 guests.  One or all of the villages may be rented depending on the size of your group, the season and availability.


Total Camp Capacity: 392
(minimum of 313 required for exclusive use of camp)

    Ohlone Village48 (minimum of 38 required for exclusive use of this area with Triangle Lodge) 

    Wasiata Village: 122 (minimum of 98 required for exclusive use of this area with Perkins Lodge)

    North Tolowa: 120 (minimum of 96 required for exclusive use of this area with Simcock Lodge)

    South Tolowa: 102 (minimum of 82 required for exclusive use of this area)

Guaranteed minimums are required to reserve exclusive use of each village.  For smaller groups, cabins are assigned based on availability and the number of people in your group.

 

For more information on the facilities click here

 

Call to discuss dates and availability.

 
3 boys taking aim at archery

Let us design a recreation schedule to include a climb on our 42' climbing wall and a ride down our zip line,or try your hand at archery, or canoeing on our tranquil pond.

 

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Youth and Family Program Director
Jessi Prevost
 D 650 747 1204

 

Program Services Forms:

    Program Request Form

Program Area Guidelines

Program Fees

 

Retreats and Rentals Forms

 

11000 Pescadero Road
La Honda, CA 94020
P 650 747 1200
F 650 747 0986
info@campjonesgulch.org

We have activities to complement your group's objectives, especially fun!

There are an abundance of hiking trails, an archery range, climbing tower, zip line, basketball court and a sports field that can be reserved by your group.  Swimming, canoeing and horseback riding are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 

Fees are charged for use of some areas. 

Program arrangements for seasonal activities should be made at least 4 weeks in advance.

Self-Guided programs available to all groups include: ball fields, basketball court, bolo toss, carpetball, disc golf, ga-ga ball, interpretive trail hikes and ping pong.  Some require fees for equipment rental or you can bring your own.

Take a look at our activity areas!

 

Check out Leadership Ventures for teambuilding and ropes course programs during your stay!

 
boy eating sandwich
picnic table feast kitchen staff in dish room

Our rustic dining facility, a former logging mill, serves groups simultaneously providing delicious well balanced meals.

 

Request more information

Group Services Director
Lorraine Eberhardt
 D 650 747 1206

 

Group Services Forms:

     Rates

Information Packet

Campus Map

Local Area Hospitals/Directions

Form A - Waiver & Release

 

Program Services Forms

Camp Jones Gulch Info Sheet

 

11000 Pescadero Road
La Honda, CA 94020
P 650 747 1200
 F 650 747 0986
info@campjonesgulch.org

Let us do the cooking... we'll serve it up buffet-style in our full service dining hall.

 

Following is a list of our standard menu options.

 

Breakfast Choices:

All breakfasts are served with hot and cold cereal, fresh fruit, juice, coffee, tea, hot cocoa, milk

1.)    Scrambled eggs, bacon, country style potatoes

2.)    Pancakes, sausage, hash brown potatoes

3.)    Scrambled eggs, bacon, blueberry muffins

4.)    Chorizo, eggs, tortillas, salsa

5.)    French toast, bacon, warm fruit topping

6.)    Bagels & cream cheese, yogurt, granola, fresh fruit platter

 

Lunch Selections:

All lunches are served with a tossed green salad, fresh fruit, milk, coffee, and tea

1.)    Choice of Hamburgers or Hot Dogs, french fries or potato salad, corn on the cob

2.)    Choice of burrito or taco bar, beans, rice, chips and salsa

3.)    Pizza, salad bar, jello

4.)    Sandwich bar, soup, chips

 

Dinner Options:

All dinners are served with a tossed green salad, dessert, fresh fruit, milk, coffee, and tea

1.)    Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, dinner roll

2.)    Herb Roasted Chicken, rosemary potatoes, steamed vegetables, dinner roll

3.)    Spaghetti, marinara & meat sauce, steamed broccoli, garlic bread

4.)    Lasagna, french bread, steamed vegetable

5.)    Garlic ginger chicken, asian vegetables, steamed rice, fortune cookie

 

The Group Service Director will coordinate requests of all groups in camp and set the final menu.  If more than one group is staying in camp, you'll share the dining hall with others for some or all of your meals.

Redwood Dining Hall seats up to 420 people

Madrone Dining Hall seats up to 175 people.

Sample menus are available upon request and special diets can be accommodated with advanced notice. Contact us for more information.