So, you’re looking getting your next company retreat planned and you’re thinking about finding THE PERFECT venue? Don’t stress, this is going to be FUN! Most likely, you have a good idea of what you and your leadership team are looking for in an awesome venue. If you’re like a lot of clients from the San Francisco Bay Area, you might be looking at what a retreat would like at camp outside of the bay area.

We can’t recommend this vision enough for any size team. As teams gets bigger, it gets harder and harder to pull off the camp vibes for your company retreat. Browse our venue partners below to get an idea of what it would like to buyout a camp for your next company retreat.

If you’re looking to take this on yourself, we recommend reaching out to your top 3 for starters. But, before diving into venue research, make sure you have a solid understanding of your Vision, Goals and Budget.

Here is the list of the top camps for your next company retreat near San Francisco:

Camp at Carmel Valley

Camp Navarro

Westminister Woods

Camp Douglass

Waterfall Lodge

Costanoa

Dawn Ranch

Russian River Lodge

Petaluma Ranch

Northwood Lodge Russian River

Basecamp Hotel Lake Tahoe

A Camp Out Retreat for Big Teams

Size of Team: Up to 450 People

Vibe: Camp, Lodge, Glamping, Outdoors, Nature

Team Building: Scavenger Hunt, Ropes Course, Rock Wall, Archery, Team Olympics, Company Relay Race, Hiking, Wilderness Survival Workshop, Bon Fire + S’mores and so much more!

Workspace: Large Meeting Space with A/V and Break Out Rooms

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s with Pricing

Budget: $+

One of our favorite company retreat destinations outside of SF that is perfect for large teams looking for 2+ night retreat. Go for camping retreat with your team! Camp Navarro is such a great place that works with each of our clients to help design a completely customized experience unique to your team.

Camp Douglass

Brand New Company Retreat Camp

Size of Team: Up to 75 People

Vibe: Lodge / Camping / Glamping / Open Land / Farm and Animals

Team Building: On-site amenities and adventures for your team. Design a custom team building event like a team olympics or relay race. Property-wide scavenge hunt. On-site workshops like Wilderness Survival Training and so much more.

Workspace: Limited Meeting Room

Food + Drink: On-Site Private Chef

Budget: $+

If you’re looking for a camp for your next company retreat outside of SF, this could be a really great place for your team. We like to explore this region and this camp specifically for companies with offices or the majority of their people located in the South Bay of the Bay Ares. Get started building your custom retreat with The Offsite Co. today.

Westminister Woods

Occidental Retreat Center

Size of Team: Up to 350 People

Vibe: Boy Scout Camp / Kids Camp

Team Building: Custom Team Building Events, Scavenger Hunt, Team Olympics. Relay Race, Wilderness Survival Workshop, Beach day and More!

Workspace: Limited Workspace

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s.

Budget: $

We’re taking a handful of teams to this destination this summer and we’re excited to launch our partnership with this camp. For teams looking to organize an outdoorsy style retreat for their team with camping aesthetic but on a limited budget, this is a great place. The Westminister Woods is a great destination and we’re looking forward to building custom events on this property.

Waterfall Lodge

Santa Cruz Camp and Lodge Retreat

Size of Team: Up to 60 People

Vibe: Upscale Lodge and Retreat Center / Outdoors Nature

Team Building: Custom Team Building Events, Scavenger Hunt, Team Olympics. Relay Race, Wilderness Survival Workshop, Beach day and More!

Workspace: Beautiful workspace

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s.

Budget: $$+

Santa Cruz is one of our all-time favorite destinations for a retreat for Bay Area startups. We have venue partners catering to a team of 10 or a team of 350 people. We can’t recommend this region enough for any team embarking on a retreat for their company. This camp offers an elevated outdoor experience where your team can truly get unconnected to connect in nature. Explore all that this place has to offer and start building your custom retreat in Santa Cruz today.

Dawn Ranch

Wine Country Ranch

Size of Team: Up to 70 People

Vibe: Upscale Lodge and Retreat Center / Outdoors Nature

Team Building: Custom Team Building Events, Scavenger Hunt, Team Olympics. Relay Race, Wilderness Survival Workshop, Beach day and More!

Workspace: Beautiful workspace

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s.

Budget: $$+

From the website: Nestled riverside at the edge of Guerneville in Sonoma’s wine rich Russian River Valley, Dawn Ranch Resort is a virtual natural preserve. A cottage style hotel and event venue awaits – As a Sonoma wine country escape, Dawn Ranch Resort is authentic, historic and unique. Dawn Ranch Resort meanders over 15 lush acres of ancient giant Redwoods, vintage apple trees, native meadows and our own kitchen garden. Historic, rustic and simple, renovated for comfort, 1905 cabins and cottages cluster the landscape but leave ample room to wander peacefully amid nature. Multiple indoor and outdoor venues provide a natural and scenic backdrop for weddings and events. Amenities for overnight guests independent and groups include a pool and seasonal pool bar as well as our popular and well reviewed onsite restaurant Agriculture Public House.  Guests will also find super comfy beds and linens, private baths with simple showers, Aveda amenities, fire stoves to warm the cool mornings and wherever possible outdoor seating to enjoy the pristine setting. Dog friendly cabins are available. Canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, biking, hiking, golf, world class wine tasting and scenic country roads await.  Getting to the spectacular Sonoma Coast is just a beautiful 20 minute ride. Come meet or marry or just relax with us.

Russian River Lodge

River Front Estate

Size of Team: Up to 240

Vibe: Upscale Lodge with Camping

Team Building: Custom Team Building Events, Scavenger Hunt, Team Olympics. Relay Race, Wilderness Survival Workshop, Hiking Trails, Kayak Tours, Brewery Tour, FLOATILLA and More!

Workspace: Limited Indoor Workspace

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s and Drinks

Budget: $+

We have hosted so many amazIng retreats for our SF Bay Area clients here. Get started today with our team.

From the website: Nestled riverside at the edge of Guerneville in Sonoma’s wine rich Russian River Valley, Dawn Ranch Resort is a virtSurrounded by trees along the Russian River, this tranquil lodge with gardens is 3 miles from both Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve and Korbel California Champagne winery.

Petaluma Ranch

Wine Country Ranch

Size of Team: Up to 45 People

Vibe: Upscale Lodging on Beautiful Property

Team Building: Custom Team Building Events, Scavenger Hunt, Team Olympics. Relay Race, Wilderness Survival Workshop and More!

Workspace: Beautiful workspace

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s with our Private Chef in Petaluma.

Budget: $$+

From the website: Our Spanish style home is set on a hill overlooking the rolling hills of the Sonoma countryside. Set on 125 acres, with a pool, open concept kitchen, living and dining room, scenic outdoor spaces, this is an ideal home for gathering friends, family or hosting a company retreat. The spacious and unique layout includes 8 bedrooms & 10 beds. Guests have access to both outdoor grilling areas and a private pool. Total occupancy is 16 guests. Please ask about our companies rates for Mon-Thur stays.

Northwood Lodge Russian River

Russian River Lodge

Size of Team: Up to 100 people

Vibe: Classic and Outdoors Inspired Venue

Team Building: Custom Team Building Events, Scavenger Hunt, Team Olympics. Relay Race, Wilderness Survival Workshop, Floatilla, Brewery Tour and endless on-site fun!

Workspace: Limited Workspace

Food + Drink: On-Site Custom Menu’s with our Private Chef

Budget: $$+