Retreats

Forest Center

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Forest Home’s Premium Retreat Center

Forest Center is our premium retreat center, designed for leaders who want a seamless, high-quality experience from start to finish. It’s located in Mill Creek Canyon in Forest Falls, California, just 90 minutes from Los Angeles and hosts up to 550 guests. It features modern lodging, exceptional dining, versatile meeting spaces, and planning support that helps everything run smoothly.

A Retreat You Can Feel Confident About

When you’re responsible for planning a retreat, details matter. From the quality of the facilities to the level of service, everything at Forest Center is designed to remove uncertainty and replace it with confidence. This is where thoughtful planning meets excellence, and where your group gets to focus on what matters most.

At a Glance

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An Elevated Retreat Experience

Offering the widest variety of lodging from classic to premium, leaders can match comfort levels and budgets without compromising quality. Every lodging option includes private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and full linens. Elevated dining, attentive hospitality, and well-maintained facilities shine from arrival to departure.

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Central, Walkable Campus

Lodging, dining, meeting spaces, and gathering areas are all located within a compact footprint, making it easy for groups to stay connected and on schedule throughout the retreat.

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High Demand, Proven Experience

Forest Center’s dates fill quickly, reflecting the quality, scale, and consistency leaders trust year after year.

Lodging Options

Premium and Classic lodging at Forest Center offers a high-quality experience. All lodging options in Forest Center include Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, private in-room bathrooms, full linens, and thoughtfully furnished spaces.


Cedar Ridge

Premium: Hotel-style lodging with modern finishes and quality comfort.

Cedar Ridge offers spacious, hotel-style lodging with a thoughtful balance of comfort and functionality. Units feature flexible sleeping arrangements, including studios, two-bedroom one-bath units, and two-bedroom two-bath units, making it easy to house groups comfortably.

Many Cedar Ridge units also include comfortable living areas designed for gathering, along with kitchenettes or full kitchens, dining spaces, and added conveniences such as dual sinks. Select units feature private patios or balconies, providing a quiet place to unwind and enjoy the mountain setting.


The Pines

Premium: The newest and most centrally located premium cabins at Forest Center.

The Pines offers a spacious two-bedroom layout with a modern design, making it one of the most sought-after lodging options at Forest Center.

Flexible sleeping arrangements feature a king bed along with twin and bunk beds. Units include a comfortable living area designed for connection and downtime and dual sinks for added convenience. Located in the center of camp, The Pines provides unmatched proximity to dining, meeting spaces, and gathering areas.


Grace House

Premium: A private, 2-story premium home.

Grace House is a beautifully furnished two-story home in a more private setting. It includes a full kitchen, shared living spaces, and five furnished bedrooms with a mix of queen and single beds.


Engle House

Premium: A private, 3-story premium home.

Engle House is a three-story furnished home with a full kitchen, shared common areas, and four furnished bedrooms. The layout includes a mix of queen and single beds.


Classic Cabins

Comfortable, reliable, and trusted option.

Classic cabins offer a traditional lodging experience that many groups return to year after year. These well-maintained cabins include a mix of queen, double, twin, and bunk beds.

Thoughtfully cared for and consistently clean, classic cabins provide dependable comfort in a familiar, welcoming setting. Their central location keeps groups connected and close to the heart of campus, making them a practical and confidence-inspiring choice for retreat leaders.


Meeting Spaces

Purpose-Built Spaces for Teaching, Worship, and Gathering.

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Hormel Hall

Our largest indoor gathering space

Hormel Hall comfortably seats 425 guests, with additional seating available up to 455. This space is fully equipped with stage lighting, projection, LCD displays, and a sound system, making it ideal for main sessions and worship gatherings. Central heating and air conditioning ensure year-round comfort, while the foyer, green room, and stone fireplace add both functionality and warmth.

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Hurtt Hall

Indoor-outdoor gathering with a scenic backdrop

Located in the heart of the Cedar Ridge area, Hurtt Hall seats up to 200 guests. Panoramic sliding glass doors open directly to the surrounding pine and oak forest, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. Communal outdoor seating centered around a gas-lit fireplace makes this space especially inviting.

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Victory Circle

An unforgettable outdoor gathering space

Victory Circle is a shaded stone amphitheater located above the Forest Center Dining Room. Seating up to 500 guests, it features a large fire pit, built-in sound and lighting systems, and a prominent cross overlooking the mountains. For generations, groups have gathered here for worship, prayer, and teaching, making it a place where faith stories and life-changing moments have unfolded year after year.

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Blinco Lounge

A central, welcoming space with mountain views

Blinco Lounge seats up to 140 guests and is one of the most centrally located meeting spaces at Forest Center. Featuring a vaulted ceiling, fireplace, built-in sound equipment, outdoor porch, and beautiful mountainside views, this space offers a warm and comfortable environment.

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Elliott Center

Flexible meeting space near recreation areas

Situated between the Mini-Golf Course and Forest Center Field, the Elliott Center seats up to 120 guests. The space features vaulted ceilings, mounted LCD screens, and sound equipment, making it a versatile option.

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Touchstone Lounge

An intimate setting for smaller groups

Touchstone Lounge seats up to 50 guests. This inviting space includes a mounted LCD screen for presentations and a gas fireplace, offering a quiet, comfortable environment.

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Pines Lodge

Convenient and versatile gathering space

Pines Lodge is located next to the Forest Center Pool and can accommodate up to 130 guests. Its proximity to lodging and recreation makes it a practical option for sessions and group gatherings woven into the retreat schedule.

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Chipmunk Corner

Designed for childcare and small gatherings

Chipmunk Corner accommodates up to 30 guests and is centrally located within Forest Center. Thoughtfully designed for childcare needs, this space includes features such as cribs and nearby play areas, offering peace of mind and functionality for groups with families.

Dining

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Forest Center Dining Room

Meals at Forest Center are served in a centrally located dining hall that seats up to 500 guests and reflects Forest Home’s commitment to exceptional hospitality. As our most modern dining space, it blends updated finishes and thoughtful design with the warmth and charm of a mountain setting. Seasonal outdoor seating allows groups to enjoy the fresh air during warmer months, and built-in audio and visual capabilities provide flexibility for announcements or shared moments throughout your retreat.

Nearly everything is prepared in-house, from scratch-made sauces and freshly baked breads to thoughtfully seasoned entrées and vibrant seasonal sides. Our culinary team takes pride in serving meals that feel both satisfying and elevated.

Our chefs are trained and able to accommodate common dietary needs, including gluten-free diets, dairy intolerances, egg allergies, vegetarian and vegan diets, as well as nut allergies, as all of our kitchens are nut-free facilities. We are committed to providing safe and nourishing meals so everyone can fully enjoy their time at Forest Home without worry.

Unique Highlights

Forest Center’s central campus includes a few signature gathering spaces that help shape the retreat experience.

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Stagecoach Coffee

Stagecoach is Forest Center’s full-service coffee shop, known for handcrafted lattes and specialty drinks. It’s a favorite stop in the morning and throughout the day, offering a relaxed place to connect, meet informally, or enjoy a quiet moment without leaving the center of campus.

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The Clubhouse

A classic Forest Home gathering spot, the Clubhouse is all about easy fun. With our famous milkshakes, fries, and casual snacks, plus space for games, cards, and conversation, it’s where groups unwind and enjoy time together.

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The Round House (Retail Shop)

The Round House offers Forest Home apparel, gifts, and essentials. It’s an easy stop guests appreciate and a simple way to take a piece of the experience home.

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Heated Pool & Splash Pad

A 149,000-gallon heated pool provides a refreshing space to unwind, complete with surrounding lounge seating for relaxation. The adjacent splash pad play area also includes lounge seating, creating a comfortable environment for families and groups during warmer months. (Seasonal availability.)

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Game Room

An indoor space featuring table games such as foosball, air hockey, ping pong, and pool, perfect for casual connection and downtime.

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Craft Center

Available upon request, the Craft Center offers hands-on creative space for groups looking to incorporate an additional activity into their retreat schedule.

Tour Forest Center

See the lodging, meeting spaces, dining, and recreation for yourself. Walk the campus and imagine your group here.

Forest Center Retreat Rates

The following rates reflect a standard two-night, five-meal retreat experience at Forest Center. Rates vary by lodging type and year.

2026 Rates
Classic Lodging: $299 per person
Premium Lodging: $379 per person

2027 Rates
Classic Lodging: $305 per person
Premium Lodging: $395 per person

Planning a Family Retreat?

If you are bringing families with youth (ages 9–17) or children (ages 3–8), adjusted rates are available. Please inquire for a customized family quote. Infants (0–2) attend at no additional cost.

Looking for a Different Length?

One-night, three-night, and extended retreat options are available. Our team will build a proposal based on your group size, preferred season, and lodging style.


Planning Your Retreat is Simple

  1. Contact Our Team
    Submit a short inquiry form with your preferred dates, group size, and retreat goals. Our team will help you explore options and see what will work best for your group.
  2. Review Availability and Options
    We’ll look at dates, talk through lodging and meeting space options, and provide a preliminary estimate so you can evaluate fit, timing, and budget.
  3. Confirm Your Retreat
    With your dates selected, we’ll finalize the agreement and deposit to hold your spot and begin bringing your retreat to life.
  4. Stay Supported Along the Way
    Once your retreat is confirmed, you’ll receive access to a customized Camp Dashboard to help you stay organized and prepared for your event. From there, your Event Planner will connect with you to prepare schedules, lodging, meeting spaces, and all retreat details.
  5. Arrive Confident and Prepared
    From the moment you arrive, your group is in good hands, and you get to lead from a place of confidence.
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Plan Your Retreat

Let our experienced team walk with you from first idea to final details so your group can focus on what matters most: rest, connection, and spiritual renewal.