Retreats & Travel

About Retreats at Ocamora

Retreats at Ocamora are guided by seasoned teachers and wisdom holders in a unique and memorable natural setting near the historic village of Ocate, New Mexico. Week-long retreat offerings have included programs focused on traditional contemplative practice, Meditation and Creativity, EcoPsychology, Women’s Leadership, Depth Psychology, Archetypal Dreamwork, Women’s Healing Intensives, Grof® Legacy Project events, Indigenous Mycelium Gathering (2025) and many more since 1982.

Ocamora Retreat Season

Ocamora’s seasonal programming spans the warm months of summer typically from early June through mid-September. Ocamora is ideally suited for small, intimate learning communities of 12-24 participants. Ocamora offers an average of eight residential programs per season.

Ocamora is on private property with the property owners in residence. Off season Ocamora is not available for visitation or public camping (RV, van, car, or tent). At present Ocamora is not available for individual/private retreats, weddings, or family reunions.

Retreat Information and Registration are Directly with Retreat Leaders
For more information about a retreat or to register, contact the Retreat Leader. Ocamora offers Retreat Leaders and their groups exclusive use of The Place. Rental of the facility includes a variety of guest accommodations; communal indoor spaces for contemplative practice, group work, and art making; beautifully groomed outdoor meeting spaces; private access to the greater landscape; and delicious buffet meals.

Each Retreat Leader Independently Organizes and Manages Their Own Retreat
Retreat Leaders craft their own publicity, handle registration and payment, correspond with registered participants, and help to organize shared transportation. If you are interested in attending a retreat you see listed and available, please contact the Retreat Leader with all questions and to register. Please do not contact Ocamora. See 2026 Retreats.

Vetted Retreat Leaders
Ocamora enjoys trusted and long-term relationships with many of the Retreat Leaders. Their programs and participants are well-aligned with the unconventional setting and the ethos of Ocamora. Some groups are invitational, meet annually and are closed to the public. If you are interested in the possibility of bringing a group to Ocamora please contact Diane Haug, Executive Director at connect@ocamora.org.

Retreats 2026

For retreat information and to register, contact Retreat Leaders directly. Please do not contact Ocamora.

Kirsten Kairos; Diane Haug

REMEMBERING: Refuge in Times of Radical Uncertainty

Diane Haug and Kirsten Kairos
May 31–June 6, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)
Invitational / Closed Group

This invitational retreat is a healing intensive for women. Variations of this retreat have been offered at Ocamora each summer for over 25 years. In these uncertain and tumultuous times, land-based gatherings of this nature feel increasingly valuable for maintaining as much balance, clarity, and open-heartedness as possible. This retreat is full.

Alicia Allen

Meditation and Creativity

Alicia Allen
June 15–21, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)

We invite you to join Alicia’s annual Meditation and Creativity Retreat as we explore how contemplative practice and the creative process are intimately related.

For information and to register:
alicia@meditationandcreativity.com

Jan Edl Stein

Sight and Insight: Deep Nature Retreat for Women

Jan Edl Stein
July 5–10, 2026
(5 nights / 6 days)

Our sacred bond with the natural world will be the guiding theme for this retreat. We will explore the liminal spaces where awe, wonder and magic happen with an invitation to deeply explore the place where inner and outer landscapes reflect each other.

For information and to register: https://www.holosinstitute.net/news-events/19484
or contact Jan directly at: jan@holosinstitute.net
For more info see: www.janedl.com

Diane Haug; Patty Nagle; Kirsten Kairos

Grof® Legacy Presents: Wisdom of Breath

Diane Haug / Patty Nagle / Kirsten Kairos
July 19–25, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)

The Grof® Legacy Project will be offering a week of deep inner exploration, reflection, and restoration using the tools of Grof® Breathwork, council, writing, art making, movement, and guided time in nature.

For information and to register:
gianna@groflegacyproject.org or www.groflegacyproject.org

Christa Lancaster; Marc Bregman

North of Eden: Archetypal Dreamwork

Christa Lancaster and Marc Bregman
August 2–8, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)
Invitational / Closed Group / Retreat Full

This invitational retreat is designed for the students of Archetypal Dreamwork and is presently full.

For information visit: www.northofeden.com

Invitational Retreat Pending

August 16-–22, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)
Invitational / Closed Group

Toby Herslich; Brandi Mack; Karen Allen

Living Systems Leadership Retreat for Women

Toby Herzlich / Karen Allen / Brandi Mack
August 31–September 3, 2026
(5 nights / 6 days)

The call of our time is for women to step forward to lead in new ways, embodying approaches that are adaptive, resilient, collaborative, and networked – practices that the natural world has masterfully evolved over nearly 4 billion years

For information and to register: toby@bio-sis.net or www.bsisocial.org

Kirsten Kairos; Monika Wikman; Diane Haug; Patty Nagle

Pregnant Darkness and the Return of the Light Body

Monika Wikman and Diane Haug
Assisted by Kirsten Kairos and Patty Nagle
September 10-12, 2026
(6 Nights / 7 Days)
Invitational / Retreat Full

This invitational gathering has been offered at Ocamora for over 20 years. With guided meditations, Grof® Breathwork, dream tending, active imagination, art making, writing, ritual, music, and time out on the land, the theme of this retreat will focus on honoring the religious instincts that awaken during the psycho-spiritual descent mysteries in the rounds of change. This retreat is full.

Retreats 2026

For retreat information and to register, contact Retreat Leaders directly. Please do not contact Ocamora.

Kirsten Kairos; Diane Haug

REMEMBERING: Refuge in Times of Radical Uncertainty

Diane Haug and Kirsten Kairos
May 31–June 6, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)
Invitational / Closed Group

This invitational retreat is a healing intensive for women. Variations of this retreat have been offered at Ocamora each summer for over 25 years. In these uncertain and tumultuous times, land-based gatherings of this nature feel increasingly valuable for maintaining as much balance, clarity, and open-heartedness as possible. This retreat is full.

Alicia Allen

Meditation and Creativity

Alicia Allen
June 15–21, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)

We invite you to join Alicia’s annual Meditation and Creativity Retreat as we explore how contemplative practice and the creative process are intimately related.

For information and to register:
alicia@meditationandcreativity.com

Jan Edl Stein

Sight and Insight: Deep Nature Retreat for Women

Jan Edl Stein
July 5–10, 2026
(5 nights / 6 days)

Our sacred bond with the natural world will be the guiding theme for this retreat. We will explore the liminal spaces where awe, wonder and magic happen with an invitation to deeply explore the place where inner and outer landscapes reflect each other.

For information and to register: https://www.holosinstitute.net/news-events/19484
or contact Jan directly at: jan@holosinstitute.net
For more info see: www.janedl.com

Diane Haug; Patty Nagle; Kirsten Kairos

Grof® Legacy Presents: Wisdom of Breath

Diane Haug / Patty Nagle / Kirsten Kairos
July 19–25, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)

The Grof® Legacy Project will be offering a week of deep inner exploration, reflection, and restoration using the tools of Grof® Breathwork, council, writing, art making, movement, and guided time in nature.

For information and to register:
gianna@groflegacyproject.org or www.groflegacyproject.org

Christa Lancaster; Marc Bregman

North of Eden: Archetypal Dreamwork

Christa Lancaster and Marc Bregman
August 2–8, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)
Invitational / Closed Group / Retreat Full

This invitational retreat is designed for the students of Archetypal Dreamwork and is presently full.

For information visit: www.northofeden.com

Invitational Retreat Pending

August 16-–22, 2026
(6 nights / 7 days)
Invitational / Closed Group

Toby Herslich; Brandi Mack; Karen Allen

Living Systems Leadership Retreat for Women

Toby Herzlich / Karen Allen / Brandi Mack
August 31–September 3, 2026
(5 nights / 6 days)

The call of our time is for women to step forward to lead in new ways, embodying approaches that are adaptive, resilient, collaborative, and networked – practices that the natural world has masterfully evolved over nearly 4 billion years

For information and to register: toby@bio-sis.net or www.bsisocial.org

Kirsten Kairos; Monika Wikman; Diane Haug; Patty Nagle

Pregnant Darkness and the Return of the Light Body

Monika Wikman and Diane Haug
Assisted by Kirsten Kairos and Patty Nagle
September 10-16, 2026
(6 Nights / 7 Days)
Invitational / Retreat Full

This invitational gathering has been offered at Ocamora for over 20 years. With guided meditations, Grof® Breathwork, dream tending, active imagination, art making, writing, ritual, music, and time out on the land, the theme of this retreat will focus on honoring the religious instincts that awaken during the psycho-spiritual descent mysteries in the rounds of change. This retreat is full.

Guest Lodging

Ocamora’s home-like ranch is situated in a beautiful and remote natural setting. There are several lodging options: Cloisters Rooms or Orchard Rooms, Orchard Cabins, Orchard Yurts, or Orchard Camping. Each space has its own unique, comfortably rustic charm. Guests who have come repeatedly like to stay in different spaces for the varied experience. Please note that bathroom facilities are shared and include a solar wash house and outhouses in the orchard.

For Retreat Rates including Ocamora Guest Lodging options, you must contact your Retreat Leader directly for this information. Ocamora staff will not have this information for you.

What to Pack and Helpful Information

Ocamora is located at 7500 feet on the northeastern slope of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. At that elevation, guests describe a felt sense of sky touching earth. Weather can range from calm / gentle to the heroically dramatic all within the same day. The climate in this part of New Mexico typically provides 340 sunny days per year on average. Summer temperatures range from 75-85 degrees/ the average rainfall is 15-25 inches—much of it coming in dramatic thunder and lightning during late July and August afternoons. There are often perfect conditions for rainbows. Please do check the weather before leaving home (see Ocate, NM)

The atmosphere is country casual so please dress for your comfort. Clothing you’ll potentially need include: long- sleeved and short-sleeved summer shirts or tops, light daytime attire, slacks or jeans for chilly evenings or time out on the land, bathing suit (hot tub), rain jacket, warm sweater/jacket /shawl, warm beanie for our delightfully cool summer evenings, a sunhat, and sunglasses. Unless you have a “special” pillow, there is no need to bring bedding if not tent camping.

It’s a good idea to bring comfortable walking or running shoes for light hiking or meandering. Slip on shoes / sandals can be convenient for trips to the outhouse, shower or hot tub. Slippers or heavy socks are appropriate for wearing in the Meditation Hall, as we require leaving outdoor shoes at the threshold entry.

Ocamora is in a remote setting. Shopping of any kind is limited and at least an hour away. Please bring any prescription or over-the-counter medications you might need, personal care products, toothbrush/paste, a travel alarm clock, flashlight or headlamp, earplugs, eyeshades, water bottle, personal thermal cup, and light day pack or fanny pack if possible. Some people also enjoy having lightweight binoculars, personal journals, cameras, and sketchbooks. Basic art supplies are available onsite. It is also helpful to have extra cash or checks for optional massage (if available), greeting cards, or end-of-retreat kitchen gratuities.

Ocamora does have a well stocked first aid kit on hand as well as a range of natural remedies for insect protection / bites, sun protection, electrolytes for rehydration, etc. Extra flashlights, rain ponchos and umbrellas are available to borrow. We also provide a guest refrigerator in the Cloisters kitchen for any extra food items you might have with you. With so much wildlife we greatly discourage guests from having food in their rooms.

Please DO NOT bring or use psychoactive substances during your stay at Ocamora. As fire danger is a constant concern we discourage the use of candles in guest rooms. Supervised fire building is restricted to the Cloisters fireplace / hearth––but only at the direction of Retreat Leaders or Retreat Manager. Ocamora is a smoke-free zone.

Please be aware of changing public health concerns. Depending on conditions Ocamora management may ask you to do pre-testing for Covid, flu, or other respiratory issues prior to travel.

Cell / Internet / Phone Messages

Please note that cell phone reception is somewhat limited in the Ocate area. Verizon tends to have the strongest signal, other carriers less so. Even when cell reception is available we greatly discourage the frequent use of cell phones and laptops during the retreat. If calls are necessary, as a courtesy we ask that you make them away from other guests. We hope to offer you the gift of ‘unplugging’ from business-as-usual during your stay.

Wireless internet is available in the communal spaces but not in guest rooms. No password is required. The Pavilion or large dining hall is often used as a hotspot and charging station for our yurt guests with no electrical outlets available in their private spaces.

It is very important that you have a cell number for your Retreat Leader / Assistant before you leave home. Travel plans can change unexpectedly and it is important for them to know of any delays or obstacles.

In case you need to be contacted during your retreat please leave the following number for your family and friends: 575 666-2389. Calls will be picked up by the Ocamora answering machine and messages will be delivered to you as soon as possible.

Notice: Ocamora is private property; no public parking or camping is permitted anywhere at any time on the 285 acres.

Address & Assistance

Ocamora Retreat Center
43 Canyon Bonita
Ocate, New Mexico 87734

Important: Please make sure that you have a cell phone number for your retreat organizer or their assistant before travel. Should you need assistance they can engage the designated Ocamora retreat manager for additional help.

Note: Messages for you can be left on the Ocamora office phone at 575 666-2389 (a landline and answering machine).

Map & Directions

Maps Note:
Search: Ocamora Foundation
!!! Google Maps is the best source for accurate information
!!! Apple Maps gets people lost

Ocamora is located in Mora County, northeastern New Mexico. It is a 3-hour drive from Albuquerque, a 2-hour drive from Santa Fe, a 1.75 hour drive from Taos, and a 1-hour drive north of Las Vegas, New Mexico.

There is no public transportation available in the northeastern part of the state.

Transportation requires the use of private cars or rented vehicles. Most group leaders will assist with helping to arrange ride sharing when possible.

Driving directions from the Albuquerque or Santa Fe areas:
Take interstate I25 north to Las Vegas, NM , exit, and head north on state roads 518 and then 442
OR
continue on to Wagon Mound,NM, exit on state highway 120, and head west towards the mountains

Once in ‘downtown’ Ocate (a T intersection) continue west on state highway 120 for approximate 3 miles
Look carefully for mile marker 14 (on left side of road) and then turn RIGHT on CO09 (a dirt road with a vertical sign)

Continue on CO09 for approximately 1 mile until you see a large mailbox with 43 Canyon Bonita on the RIGHT side of the road.

Ocamora’s parking area is behind a wooden coyote fence just after the mailbox.

We hope that your retreat at Ocamora will offer a real sense of intimacy and renewal with yourself and the natural world. We hope that you are nourished by the peace, beauty, and wildness of the landscape. We very much look forward to your visit!