May 5-11 Grief & Forgiveness: Desert Landscape of our Souls / Margaret Guelker

May 12-18 *A Desert Pilgrimage / Ken Cuthbertson, Wallace Ford (*retreat and participant’s housing is on
Ghost Ranch main campus, not at Casa del Sol)

June 9-15 Hearing Divine Whispers: Opening to God Through Our Dreams / Tom Lane

June 16-22 Wisdom of the Desert / Greg Garrett

Jul 7-13 Lead us into New Beginnings / Philip Newell J Philip & Ali Newell

Jul 14-20 *The Glory of Life is Yours / J Philip & Ali Newell, David Poole (*retreat and participant’s housing is on
Ghost Ranch main campus, not at Casa del Sol)

Jul 21-27 Mother of life, Father of the Universe / J Philip & Ali Newell

July 28-Aug 3 Do Not Forsake Us in Time of Conflict / J Philip & Ali Newell, Nahum Ward-Lev

Aug 4-10 May Your Longings be our Longings / J Philip & Ali Newell, Jeanine Driscoll

Aug 11-17 Into the Silence: Exploration of Inner Terrain / Patricia Webb

Aug 18-24 Sacred Listening: Group Spiritual Direction / Patience Robbins

Sep 8-14 Writing the Prayer of Your Life / Debora Seidman

Sep 29-Oct 5 Manna for Everyday Lives / Nancy Copeland-Payton

Sep 22-28 Losses of Our Lives / Nancy Copeland-Payton

Sep 29-Oct 5 *Lectio Terra / Ken Cuthbertson (*retreat and participant’s housing is on
Ghost Ranch main campus, not at Casa del Sol)

Oct 6-12 This I Believe / Nancy Copeland-Payton, Phyllis Windle

Oct 31-Nov 2 *May We Know Your Presence / J Phillip Newell (*retreat and participant’s housing is on
Ghost Ranch main campus, not at Casa del Sol)

Dec 3-7 *Entering into Advent’s Night / Nancy Copeland-Payton (*retreat and participant’s housing is on
Ghost Ranch main campus, not at Casa del Sol)

Casa del Sol Retreat Listings

History of Casa del Sol

On May 3, 2006 Ghost Ranch realized a dream — the dream to open Casa del Sol as a Spirituality and Retreat Center — a contemplative retreat space in the high desert. With its opening, Ghost Ranch has taken another major step in meeting its priority: “to provide resources for spiritual life, awakening to the call of God’s Spirit leading people to action, particularily in the areas of peace and justice”.

In July of 2005, Philip and Alison Newell joined the process of creating this contemplative retreat space, leading worship every day at the Ranch, and holding Thursday evening conversations around the fire at Casa del Sol. They were helping us all to listen to our own spiritual yearnings, and to envision how this retreat center could reach those desires. They continue to join us annually during the month of July. For a listing of courses led by the Newells and other Casa del Sol offerings, please visit our catalog.

Casa del Sol is an historical adobe hacienda at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu located about two miles from the main area of the conference center. 

Individuals may select a retreat from those already scheduled at Casa del Sol or come for an individual retreat.  A spiritual advisor is available upon request.  For a list of scheduled retreats, see our online catalogue or click on Event Listings under Casa del Sol on the home page.

Specific questions and inquiries should be directed to:

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phone:  505.685.4333, ext. 139

CONFERENCES, MEETINGS, RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS

Planning your group event —

In this special place of red canyons, majestic mesas and amazing skies, Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu has been host to a number of meetings, conferences, and special workshops for various groups from around the world.

Come for a day, or choose to stay for several days. We provide meeting room areas, as well as overnight lodging and meals.

Our ropes, challenge and waterfront courses can help promote team building and interactive fun.

The Ghost Ranch Bodywork Program can help your participants renew body and mind. 

For more information about bringing your family, group or club to the Ranch, contact Gary Salazar at 1.877.804.4678, ext. 191.

CONFERENCES, MEETINGS, RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS

Planning your group event —

Santa Fe is a fun city with a long history. Rich in cultural events, museums (including the Georgia O'Keeffe) galleries, restaurants, skiing, hiking and shopping, Santa Fe is the perfect setting for family reunions, retreats, workshops and conferences.

Ghost Ranch in Santa Fe provides a quiet oasis, with friendly staff, in the midst of the city. Meeting rooms are equipped with tv/vcr/dvd players, filp charts and white boards. Computers are available for our guests and all rooms have wireless access.

To reserve space for either meetings (day use) or conferences with overnight accommodations contact:

Gail Anderson, Groups and Meetings Coordinator at Ghost Ranch in Santa Fe
505.982.8539, ext. 12 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
401 Old Taos Highway; Santa Fe, NM 87501

Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu is pleased to offer outdoor adventure opportunities to our guests. Low and high ropes challenge courses were designed by Sylvia Shirley and built by a group of volunteers from the College of William and Mary in Virginia. A waterfront program (involving canoes and kayaks) at Abiquiu Lake is also ready to become part of your Ranch experience! Trained facilitators will help you create a program for your group, or for an afternoon on the Ranch while you are attending another seminar.

We have also included a number of new and exciting outdoor adventure courses in our summer program. We welcome everyone to try an enriching and fun outdoor adventure guaranteed to encourage teamwork and problem solving, be thrilling, and provide an opportunity to test your personal limits. Our outdoor adventures have been shared with individuals and groups of all ages ranging from school groups to Elderhostel programs. For more information and fees, contact the Outdoor Adventure Supervisor at 505.685.4333, ext. 130 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .  

 
*NOTE: SOME HIKING TRAILS MAY BE CLOSED AT CERTAIN TIMES DUE TO EXTREME FIRE DANGER.

When hiking it should be remembered that the formations are composed primarily of soft and disintegrating sandstone or gypsum. Do not attempt to climb any rock formation or stray from clearly marked trails. Snakes are comparatively rare and most are harmless, but caution should always be exercised. Wear sun protection and carry plenty of water.

Click on the trail map below and view a larger, printable version.

Maps and guides are not necessary to enjoy any of the trails.
However, information about the terrain and length of hikes is available at the Reception Desk in the main office at the Abiquiu Campus. The most popular hikes are to Chimney Rock, Box Canyon, Kitchen Mesa, and the Piedra Lumbre hike to the reopened Ghost Ranch Piedra Lumbre Education and Visitor Center.