An Orthodox Christian
Retreat Center in the
Sierra Nevada Foothills
Gather in Faith and Nature
Nestled in a beautiful valley in the Sierra Nevada foothills, just a short drive from both Sequoia National Park and Fresno International Airport, St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center is one of the most outstanding conference centers in central California. The Ranch operates throughout the year and can accommodate a wide variety of groups and events including conferences, retreats, family gatherings, camps and business meetings. The facilities at St. Nicholas Ranch include hotel-style lodge rooms, dormitories, a dining hall, two large conference rooms, and several smaller meeting rooms. Outdoor amenities include picnic areas, athletic fields, a pool, a lake, and extensive hiking trails. Offering a quiet and peaceful rural setting, the Ranch also provides high-speed WiFi for the convenience of guests.
Choose Your Path
Plan a visit
From parish retreats to family reunions and conferences, our serene setting and full-service facilities are ideal for your next gathering.
Programs
From youth camps to seasonal retreats and spiritual workshops, our offerings create space to rest, learn, and grow in a setting designed for renewal, reflection, and connection.
Host an Event
From birthdays to parish retreats and more, our serene venue offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and support to help you host a peaceful and memorable gathering with ease.
Where Faith, Nature, and Belonging Meet
For over 45 years, St. Nicholas Ranch has welcomed guests with care and intention, offering sacred hospitality, natural beauty, and space to experience God’s presence through creation and community.
Support the Mission of the Ranch
Your gift helps us continue offering a sacred place of rest, renewal, and spiritual growth for youth, families, and communities throughout the year. Every donation sustains our programs, preserves our grounds, and extends hospitality to all who come.
Peaceful Surroundings, Practical Comforts
Our retreat center offers hotel-style lodge rooms, dormitories, meeting spaces, a dining hall, and outdoor amenities including picnic areas, athletic fields, a lake, hiking trails, and a pool. Whether you’re gathering with a group or visiting alone, you’ll find everything you need for a peaceful and restorative stay.
What’s Happening at the Ranch
Join us for one of our seasonal retreats, summer camps, or special gatherings designed to renew the heart and connect you with others in faith and nature. From youth programs to adult retreats, there’s always something meaningful happening here.