Since 1942, Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center has been welcoming guests from non-profit organizations including: environmental, arts, poetry, recovery, LGBTQ, recovery, 12 Step, social service and religious organizations of all faiths. A wide a variety of people find welcome here. Kirkridge is located on the beautiful Kittatinny Ridge of eastern Pennsylvania mountains near the Delaware Water Gap. The beautiful grounds offer 170 of wooded acreage right off the Appalachian Trail for our guests to explore the out of doors. With 107 of our acres now in reserve with the Nature Conservancy, The mountains are a perfect place to explore vernal ponds, go hiking or observe birds in their wooded habitat.
Central to Kirkridge, is the ministry of hospitality. We offer private meeting rooms, dining rooms, breakout rooms and double occupancy bedrooms. We can host overnight groups as large as 100 or as small as 6. With our on-site chefs you choose your own meals that suit your particular group and budget. Please note that there is a minimum two night, Fri. to Sat. stay required from March 1 through June 30 and Sept.15 through Nov.15. We offer special rates for low-income and youth groups.
Here are some quotes from what our guests have recently said about us. "When I arrived the beauty of the mountains and grounds overwhelmed me." "Once again I have been to the mountain, caught a vision, carried it home." "I was so impressed by the delicious vegetarian food provided at our request.'
Faith
Christian:
Christian
Interfaith:
Interfaith (no specific type)
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: Kirkridge encourages both and inner and outer personal journey, believing that wholeness becomes the path to a more kind and just world. Inspired by the Iona Community of Scotland, Kirkridge has strong progressive Christian roots. Core to our mission is the offering of hospitality to our guests of all faith traditions, cultures, sexual orientations and ability levels. We are located on 170 acres in the eastern mountains of PA. and are 1.5 hours from NYC and Philadelphia.
Average Cost: $$ - $$$
Environment: Lake / Pond, Mountain, River / Stream, Rural, Rustic, Woods
Gay Friendly: Yes!
Special Needs: Allergies
Restrictions: No Smoking
Environmentally Sustainable:
Yes!
We are proud to say that 107 acres of 170 acres of our property are now in permanent land easement through The Nature Conservancy.
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
95
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
100
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| Turning Point | 1252 | 102 | Turning Point offers our largest meeting room with magnificent vistas over the Delaware water Gap. Perfect space for gathering outside for yoga, meditation or outdoor fun. Benches for sitting with a book or taking in the view.
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| Hermitage | 420 | 17 | Cozy meeting room with woodburning fireplace suitable for smaller groups. |
| Nelson Lodge | 1084 | 50 | Located at the top of a mountain, Nelson Lodge offers views facing North and a meeting room with large stone wood burning fireplace and deck. |
| Farmhouse | 578 | 30 | Enjoy the seasonal changes of Pennsylvania from this intimate circular meeting room with views of our pond, peace garden and the nearby woodlands. Easy walking to trails and a neighboring megalith park of standing stones. |
| Nelson Breakout Room | 250 | 15 | This welcoming room is on the same level as the meeting room and is furnished with soft chairs, tables and couches. A perfect place to read at the end of a day. |
| Turning Point Breakout Room | 700 | 50 | Turning Point offers two spaces with capacity of 35 and 15 respectively. The large room has movable soft chairs, couches and a wood burning stove. The smaller circular room is perfect for meditation and discussions. There is an outdoor screened porch. |
| Farmhouse Breakout Room | 150 | 8 | A smaller space, often used as a reading room with soft chairs, a couch and table that can comfortably seat up to 8 people. |
Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Business, Church / Faith / Religious, Dance / Theater, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Lesbian / Gay, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Weddings, Womens Groups, Writing, Yoga Groups, Youth Groups
Amenities: AV Service, Biking trails, Carpet, Fireplaces, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Labyrinth, On-line / Internet Access, Walking/ Hiking Trails
Technology and AV: There are flat screened TV's , vcr and speakers in every meeting room. Large viewing screens available on request.
Room Types: Cottage / Cabin, Dorm
Total Number of Rooms:
40
Housing: Nelson Lodge: Double shared bath in hallway. One cottage for leaders.
Turning Point: Mostly doubles with shared bath. Apartment available for leaders or family.
Hermitage: Four suites, eight double rooms shared bath per suite.
Farmhouse: Four full size beds for couples or singles, mostly doubles with shared baths. Leader apartment.
House on campus perfect for groups of 5.
Food: Organic / Locally Grown, Restricted Diet Options, Vegetarian or Vegan Options
Meal Availability: Kitchen - Private, Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
2495 Fox Gap Road
Bangor, PA 18013-6028
United States
Travel Info: We are located on the beautiful Kittatinny Ridge of eastern Pennsylvania near the Delaware Water Gap and the Pocono Mountains region.
When using GPS be careful to put in 2495 Fox Gap ROAD not Street or Avenue.
We are about 1.5 hours west of the Newark airport and 2 hours North of the Philadelphia airport.
Lehigh Valley International, (formerly ABE) airport is about 45 minutes away, is the closest airport. Taxi fare to Kirkridge is about $60
Busses are available from Newark, LaGuardia or Kennedy- go to the Port Authority terminal in NYC and then take Martz Transit to Delaware Water Gap in PA. (1.5 hour ride) bus directions on our WEB site.
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Jim Feldman
8/24/2015
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Everyone, including me, absolutely loved the food you and your staff prepared! Thanks to everyone for the care and effort you put into our meals.
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8/20/2015
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Thank you for always having a smile. Just perfect! I don’t know why I didn’t do it before. Everyone is very friendly, very hospitable. They made me feel as I was part of their family. This event has touch me like no other. I hope with hard work it will make me a better person. The best food ever. I will miss it. I found a sense of welcome, camaraderie, acceptance and true appreciation of diversity.
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J. Thompson
10/18/2008
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I attended a breast cancer retreat at the Kirkridge Retreat center and found the facilities to be clean and well-kept albeit simple. The beds were better than I expected and it seemed like everything was available. The adjoining rock sanctuary park was really beautiful and peaceful.
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4/1/2019
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The food was outstanding! All staff members were helpful, courteous, and really pulled everything together. We had no worries, and have a fabulous memory.
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11/1/2018
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The staff was friendly and helpful to our guests. The food received rave reviews--and the views from every direction took our breathe away.
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Reservation Criteria: Please contact Janet Lewis for group reservations. For Kirkridge retreat reservations you may register online at www.kirkridge.org or through this WEB site.
Retreat Contact: Janet Lewis
Phone: (610) 588-1793
Website:
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Organization Contact:
Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center
2495 Fox Gap Road
Bangor, PA 18013-6028
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website