Mount Hermon Association, Inc.

Mount Hermon is a Christian camp and conference centre set among the redwoods of California’s Santa Cruz Mountains, offering a peaceful and well-equipped setting for group retreats, conferences, ministry gatherings and residential events. Located close to Santa Cruz and the Pacific coast, the centre combines a natural environment with practical facilities designed for organised groups.

The venue welcomes adult, family, church, educational and community groups, with capacity options ranging from smaller gatherings to events for several hundred guests. Its facilities include a dedicated conference centre, meeting rooms, dining areas and a variety of accommodation, from camp-style cabins and bunk rooms to more comfortable lodge-style rooms. This flexibility allows organisers to plan anything from a focused training retreat to a multi-day conference with overnight stays.

Mount Hermon’s guest group team supports organisers throughout the planning process, helping with venue selection, accommodation, meals, schedules and event requirements. The location also offers useful recreational features, including woodland trails, swimming, zip lines, sports facilities and other outdoor activities, making it suitable for programmes that combine structured sessions with team time and informal interaction.

The centre has a clear Christian identity and is particularly suited to church retreats, faith-based conferences, youth and family programmes, leadership gatherings and ministry events. Its staff-led approach is designed to reduce the organisational workload, allowing group leaders to focus on the purpose and content of their event. With meeting infrastructure, accommodation, catering arrangements and activities available on one site, Mount Hermon offers organisers a convenient residential venue for meaningful group experiences in a scenic setting.