About

Mt. Gilead Bible Camp is a beloved Christian camp and retreat center located in the peaceful redwood hills of Sebastopol, California. For over 60 years, Mt. Gilead has been a place where lives are transformed through faith, fellowship, and outdoor adventure. Our mission is to create a space where individuals, families, and church communities can encounter God’s love, deepen their spiritual walk, and build lasting relationships.

We offer a variety of programs year-round, including dynamic summer camps for youth, high-impact leadership training, customized church retreats, family camps, and women's retreats. Mt. Gilead’s summer camps are designed to inspire and equip young people with biblical truth, outdoor adventure experiences, and authentic friendships that last a lifetime. Campers enjoy a wide range of activities including swimming, hiking, team-building games, archery, campfire worship, and Bible studies led by experienced Christian counselors.

Our women's retreats provide a refreshing opportunity for women of all ages to step away from the busyness of life and find rest, renewal, and reconnection with God. Through heartfelt worship, Christ-centered teaching, breakout seminars, and authentic fellowship, women are encouraged and equipped to walk in faith no matter the season of life.

In addition to our scheduled events, Mt. Gilead Bible Camp serves as a trusted Christian retreat center for churches and ministry groups across Northern California. Our facility offers a variety of lodging options, meeting spaces, and outdoor recreational activities in a peaceful, natural setting. Whether you are hosting a church retreat, men's ministry event, youth group getaway, or family reunion, Mt. Gilead provides a welcoming environment focused on faith, friendship, and spiritual growth.

As a nonprofit ministry, Mt. Gilead Bible Camp remains committed to our founding mission: providing a Christ-centered camp experience that transforms lives and advances the Gospel. Our staff members are passionate about serving campers and guests with excellence, hospitality, and a heart for ministry.

Located just minutes from downtown Sebastopol and within easy driving distance of Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Napa, and the greater San Francisco Bay Area, Mt. Gilead offers the perfect setting for those seeking a Northern California Christian camp experience. Surrounded by towering redwoods, scenic trails, and fresh air, our campus provides a rare opportunity to disconnect from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with what matters most.

Core Values
At Mt. Gilead Bible Camp, everything we do is built on a foundation of biblical truth. We are passionate about advancing the Kingdom of God through service, hospitality, discipleship, and community. We believe that authentic relationships, Christ-centered teaching, and memorable experiences are key ingredients for spiritual growth. Every camper, guest, and family who visits Mt. Gilead is welcomed with love, compassion, and a commitment to excellence.

Facilities and Amenities
Mt. Gilead Bible Camp spans over 43 beautiful acres of redwood forest and open spaces. Our facilities include comfortable cabin-style lodging, a modern dining hall with delicious meals, a heated swimming pool, outdoor amphitheaters, sports courts, a high ropes course, meeting rooms, and hiking trails. Every space is designed to foster connection, worship, and rejuvenation. Whether you’re enjoying a campfire under the stars, participating in a leadership seminar, or relaxing with family, Mt. Gilead offers a truly unique Christian retreat experience.

Service Area
Mt. Gilead proudly serves the greater Northern California region, including Sonoma County, Napa County, Marin County, Mendocino County, San Mateo County, and the San Francisco Bay Area. We welcome guests from Sebastopol, Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Napa, Fairfield, Vallejo, Oakland, San Francisco, and beyond.

We invite you to join us for one of our signature events, book a retreat, or simply come visit to see the beauty and community that Mt. Gilead Bible Camp offers. Discover why thousands of individuals, families, and church groups have chosen Mt. Gilead as their home for spiritual growth, lasting memories, and life-changing encounters with God.

Learn more about our summer camps, women's retreats, family camps, leadership training, and church retreat hosting services by visiting www.mtgilead.org.