Sometimes you need time to breathe some fresh air and reset.
So no matter if you’re a business organization or a crafting club, Rock Springs Ranch can accommodate your retreat with overnight visits to spur creativity and invigorate the mind. We can add to your experience with guided activities as well. We are happy to help you personalize your visit, so call (785) 257-3221 for more information.
The peaceful surroundings at Rock Springs Ranch stimulate reflective thinking and support the renewal of relationships. Retreat groups of all sizes are welcome as we have meeting spaces and lodging to accommodate anywhere from 20 to 600+. Whether making formal decisions or enjoying informal discussion we have a blend of spaces to balance both private time and team interaction. Our Meditation Chapel can accommodate up to 50 people for worship or contemplation.


Plan your event
Rock Springs Ranch is host to a wide variety of groups and events. Kids and youth come for camp, youth groups and family camp. Organizations meet here to spend time outside of the office in a natural setting that spurs innovation. Families hold reunions, banquets and other special events. And faith groups can find peace and affirmation in our chapel and throughout the grounds.
Why Book a Retreat?
Since 1946, Rock Springs Ranch has given the kids of Kansas space to grow, space to try and space to succeed. Under an endless sky filled with endless stars generations of families have passed on the legacy of the tallgrass prairie.

Retreats FAQs
Yes, Rock Springs Ranch has a public Wi-Fi network in nearly all public spaces. This includes: Wiedemann Dining Hall, Leadership Lodge, Johnson Administration, Riley-Wallace Education Building, Heritage Hall, Williams Dining Hall, and Eyestone Conference Center. There is no password needed for the public network.
As it is stated in your contract, check-in is 4 pm or after and check-out is before 11 am, unless otherwise noted.
If there is an emergency with any of your group/family members that requires advanced medical attention call 9-1-1. Please contact the Manager on Duty (MOD) or the closest Rock Springs Ranch employee for assistance.
Rock Springs Ranch sits on 735 acres.
Fishing is allowed. We have a catch and release policy. You will need to provide your own fishing gear and be in compliance with all local and state laws. Fishing is allowed at Lake Bluestem only, all other bodies of water are protected and no fishing is allowed. We do not allow wading or swimming without a lifeguard.
There are several activities you can do on your own time, including basketball, sand volleyball, horse shoes, GaGa ball, 9 square, and hiking trails. All other activities require the group leader to make a reservation at least 1 week prior to your visit.
Groups with scheduled activities FAQs
Your safety is very important to us. The Manager on Duty will be in contact with your group's leader if any inclement weather is in the area. Activities will continue as long as the weather is safe for you. Camp Managers will cancel any activities if the weather or conditions become unsafe. This can include: high winds, lighting, heavy rain, high water, extreme hot/cold temperatures and other natural disasters.
Your group will have a pre-set schedule during your visit. Often, we have multiple groups on grounds, so your group will be assigned specific recreation times and areas by your Rock Springs Ranch Manager. It is not allowed to join other activities. Talk to your group leader before your visit to ensure the schedule has your activity(s) of choice
- Firearms, weapons, and or knives
- Fireworks
- Lighter Fluid and Accelerants
- Smoking or other tobacco products
- Alcoholic Beverages (unless you have prior approval)
- Pets or other personal animals ($100 fee per pet per day if violated)