To the Heights of the Colorado Rockies

September 11-14, 2025 - Estes Park, CO

Time

September 11-14, 2025

Location

Annunciation Heights, Estes Park, CO

Activity

Camping, hiking, spiritual talks

Encounter God in the Colorado Rockies

Head to the Rockies with us to celebrate Pier Giorgio Frassati’s canonization and to learn more about how we can ascend the heights … both of the mountains and the spiritual life!

Save Your Spot Now

$200 early bird until August 22, after that $250 (registration deadline: September 5)

The Five Pillars of a

John Paul II Project Retreat

Encounter God Personally
Engulf yourself in an atmosphere of prayer. We will have daily Mass, Adoration, and opportunities for confession and spiritual direction.
Explore the Outdoors
Explore some of the most stunning areas of the United States (and beyond). Embark on an adventure while coming to know God’s creation.
Engage in Fellowship
Make new friends, or grow in already existing friendships, as you experience challenges in the wilderness and pray together.
Be Spiritually Formed
Receive spiritual food facilitated by our chaplains. Dive into the theology and spirituality of JPII or of the respective theme of the retreat.
Go Totally Unplugged
Seek total availability to your surroundings, fellow retreatants, and, most of all, God! Unplug for a few days and listen to His voice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included

Campsite and retreat center reservation, transportation to hiking trails, and all meals. Talks by spiritual leaders.

What is not included

Your flight to Denver or your drive to the retreat. Your camping and hiking gear. Transportation from the airport is not included but we will try to coordinate rides as far as needed.

The retreat starts at our campground at around 5pm on Thursday, September 11, and ends around 2pm on Sunday, September 14.

Yes. With that being said, we can see if there are ways to get you gear for the weekend, especially if you fly to the retreat. If you have your own tent and camping gear and are willing to share, that would be extremely helpful! You can let us know when registering.

This is a young adult retreat, which we classify as age 18-35. Both single young adults and young adult married couples are welcome. Exceptions may be made.

Not at all. This is certainly a Catholic retreat, but people from all walks of faith or those searching are welcome.

This retreat is doable for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. Be ready, though, for some challenging hikes and be ready to camp in tents and have food more suitable to the mountains.

A cornerstone of this retreat is the spiritual food, facilitated by our chaplain. You’ll be able to participate in daily Mass, adoration and a spiritual talks. You will be able to connect with God and rejuvenating yourself through sacrament and prayer, nature, physical activity and nature, community and fellowship with others.

Our retreats are non-refundable in general, although there are exceptions in cases of extraordinary circumstances that prevent the retreat from happening or if the minimum number of participants is not reached by the registration deadline.

If you’re over 21, you’ll enjoy the drinks at night around the fire. If you’re under 21, you’ll enjoy other beverages.

Thanks for asking! Yes, we do in fact have more retreats. Check them out here!

Your question is not answered in this FAQ section? Then feel free to reach out.

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