Winter doesn’t have to mean cancelling the group getaway. If your church, nonprofit, school club, or team is looking for an affordable winter retreat near Portland, S’More Time at Camp Cedar Ridge is built for you: meals included, simple per-person pricing, and a third night of lodging free when you stay three nights.
Our winter special runs December through February and pairs our winter lodging rate with all-inclusive meal packages, plus a night of s’mores around the fire on us.
What Is S’More Time?
S’More Time is Camp Cedar Ridge’s winter retreat special for groups. Choose a one-, two-, or three-night stay and your group gets the meals, the space, and a quiet 32-acre setting in the Coast Range just 45 minutes from Portland. As a thank-you for choosing winter, we provide the s’mores one night during your stay.
Our tagline for the season says it best: More nights. More meals. More memories.
S’More Time Winter Retreat Packages and Pricing
| Package | Meals Included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Night | 3 meals: dinner, breakfast, lunch | $88 per person |
| 2 Nights | 5 meals: 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch | $156 per person |
| 3 Nights | 8 meals: 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches | $206 per person |
The third night’s lodging is free on the 3-night package, which makes it the best value for groups that want a full long weekend away. The winter lodging rate applies throughout Camp Cedar Ridge, so you can choose the accommodations that fit your group.
The Fine Print: Who Qualifies
A few simple guidelines keep S’More Time easy to plan around:
- Dates: December through February (winter rates).
- Group size: Minimum of 10 guests.
- Holiday weekends are excluded, including MLK Day and Presidents’ Day weekends.
Not sure whether your dates qualify? Reach out to our team and we’ll confirm quickly.
Why Book a Retreat in Winter?
Winter is one of the best-kept secrets in group travel near Portland. With wedding season behind us, retreat groups get more date flexibility, a quieter property, and rates that stretch your budget further. A winter retreat is also a natural fit for groups who want to slow down: a board planning session, a church or ministry retreat, a youth group weekend, a team offsite, or a family reunion that needs more room than anyone’s living room offers.
We go deeper on this in our guide to why winter is the best season to book a group retreat near Portland. And if your group is a school, see our page about youth group activities.
Great Groups for S’More Time
- Churches and ministry teams planning a weekend of worship, rest, and fellowship
- Nonprofits and boards that need a focused, distraction-free planning retreat
- Youth groups and school clubs looking for an affordable winter overnight (see our youth camps)
- Corporate and team offsites that want meals handled so the agenda can take center stage
- Families and friend groups celebrating a milestone or reunion
What to Expect at Camp Cedar Ridge
Camp Cedar Ridge sits on 32 acres of forest and meadow near Vernonia, Oregon, with old-growth forest access, wildlife viewing, and on-site catering that can accommodate dietary needs. Browse our photo gallery to see the property, then explore our retreat options to start building your weekend.
Book Your S’More Time Winter Retreat
Winter dates fill quicker than most groups expect, especially the weekends just outside the holidays. The earlier you ask, the more choice you have.
Ready to lock in your dates? Submit a booking interest form and we’ll follow up with availability for your group’s size and timeline.
Want to talk it through first? Call us at (503) 429-2801 or email info@CampCedarRidgeOR.org, or visit our contact page. See all current offers on our Specials page.
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