About

Blazing Mountain Retreat Center is truly one of a kind. Located in a majestic and rugged part of Colorado, we provide a contemplative and quiet space for your group program to thrive..

We offer clean and simple rooms, a kitchen dedicated to serving nutritious and sustainable meals, and a stunning Gathering Hall with multiple break out rooms.

This is the ideal location for groups running programs that are looking for a retreat center that values reflection..

Blazing Mountain Retreat Center was created as a sacred and protected space for guests to explore richness and depth through connection with their community.

We are here to host your group by providing clean and beautiful meeting spaces, comfortable lodging and delicious meals. Let us handle the details while you focus on running your program.

Location: 2541 Carefree Way, Crestone, CO 81131
Phone: 800-678-5102
Email: Reservations@uccr.org

The area is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts with hiking, mountain biking, climbing, horseback riding, hot springs and the Great Sand Dunes Park and Preserve all nearby.

 
 
 
 

General Information

  • Hearing-impaired equipment

  • Elevator in the Main Hall for the movement impaired.

  • ADA accessible lodging

  • We are at 8000 ft. altitude, prepare by drinking extra water and eating extra carbohydrates.

  • Largest group capacity is 100 guests, smallest group is 15

  • All linens are included

  • Pets are not allowed on property

  • Firewood is included for one outdoor campfire, additional firewood available for purchase.

  • Personal laundry services available for $12 per mesh bag.

  • Wifi available

  • We are an alcohol free property

 

Lodging

Our Residence Hall is our newest building and has multiple bedroom options. Each room is clean and simple with comfortable bedding, nightstand, closet, fan and hangers and linens. Many rooms have bathrooms and some rooms have access to a multi-stall bathroom down the hall.

 

Meal Service

This lovely gluten-free facility is committed to sourcing the healthiest possible local, sustainable, and/or organic whole foods available to us from farms and suppliers in Crestone, the San Luis Valley, and the Rocky Mountain region.

We prepare food in ways that are nutritionally balanced and beneficial to health and practice.

 

Gathering Spaces

We offer multiple rooms and areas for group gatherings. Our largest and most stunning is the Gathering Hall which is a 3,000 sf room and offered as a premier destination in the USA. It accommodates programs ranging in size from 15 to 100 participants.

From within this magnificent space, participants enjoy breathtaking views of the San Luis Valley from the western and southern window banks, and stunning views of the Sangre de Cristo peaks to the east.

Remote - for true tranquility.

 

More Rental Info.

Sample Menu

Breakfast

  • Scrambled eggs

  • Steel-cut oatmeal

  • Sautéed vegetables

  • Seasonal fruit

    Lunch

  • Thai Green curry with chicken or tofu

  • Eggplant and pepper stir-fry
    Quinoa

  • Spring greens salad with lime-cilantro vinaigrette

Dinner

  • Butternut squash soup

  • Waldorf salad

  • Steamed green beans with lemon dill dressing

  • Sweet potato fries

  • Spring greens with ginger-orange vinaigrette

 
 

Note: Our Retreat Cabin, also known as Cabin of the Crazy One, is currently unavailable.