MONTANA | CAMP EMBER
Aug 25-30, 2026 | A Yellowstone Yoga Retreat. Where summer fades and you rise.
🔥Camp Ember SUMMER CAMP FOR YOUR SOUL.
A yoga retreat in Paradise Valley’s golden season.
Camp Ember is not your average yoga retreat. It’s summer camp for your soul.
This is firelight and wide-open skies. Upscale cabins with mountain views. Wild creativity, deep stillness, and rivers that carry you home.
Held on 300 acres of untouched land in Paradise Valley, Montana — borders Yellowstone National Park — Camp Ember invites you to step off the map and into something sacred: the season between seasons, where the glow of summer lingers and the spirit begins to rise again.
From the moment we first laid eyes on this land — the rolling green fields, the surrounding Rockies, the golden light pouring across the valley — we knew. It wasn’t a maybe. It was a must. The kind of calling you answer with your whole being.
Each day at Camp Ember is designed to reconnect you — with your body, your creativity, your inner quiet, and your next becoming.
🔥 Daily yoga and somatic practices beneath Montana’s wide-open skies
🌊 A Mellow Yellow float down the Yellowstone River
🐎 Intuitive equine therapy, opening the heart through connection with horses
🌿 Even a swim in the creek — because joy can be that simple
🌋 A guided day trip into Yellowstone National Park to witness its iconic waterfalls, geysers, wildlife, and the unbelievable landscape that inspired it all
Each experience is included. Even gratuities are taken care of. Just you, fully held in the golden quiet of this ember season. Massage, facial and private equine therapy sessions will be available a la carte.
This is not about performance. It’s not about doing more. It’s about remembering what matters — and letting that rise to the surface.
Let this be your invitation to soften, stretch, laugh, breathe, move, express, float, rest, and return.
Come rewild. Reconnect.
And remember who you are — beyond the noise, beyond the burn, beneath the stars of Yellowstone’s golden season.
Camp Ember
Summer camp for your soul.
Where We’ll Stay
Grizzly Creek Ranch. Rooted in one of Montana’s most pristine settings, Grizzly Creek Ranch offers inspiration and private respite in nature for wellness retreats. They have provided a thoughtfully- designed venue for groups in the wellness industry. Their luxury lodging and facilities offer meditation and yoga spaces that awaken your inner peace. Immerse yourself in the symphony of untouched wilderness, hiking trails, and breathtaking views that surround the cabins, creating an atmosphere that nurtures relaxation and healing, and connection.
The Food
Erin Hilgendorf, Integrative Chef, is a creative and healing arts mentor who believes in the power to heal. She believes we all innately desire to feel our best and health is the cohabitation between the physical nature of one's experience, how the mind perceives it, and what we choose to integrate. It is her personal and professional goal to learn the stories we live by, support the possibility to re-write them, and share what drives vitality.
“You are the story you tell yourself, you have the power to do the things that define who you are, and to actively pursue the lifestyle you want.” -Chad Kellogg (1971-2014)
She has over a decade of education in the fields of clinical herbalism, holistic nutrition, integrative and natural medicine, polarity energetics, sustainable living, and movement arts including yoga and dance. She is a self-taught chef and sees cooking as one of her creative art expressions. She is passionate about integrating these modalities into sustainable and practical lifestyle rituals that create a simple way of being in harmony with ourselves and the natural world.
What’s Included?
5 night/6 days accommodations at Grizzly Creek Ranch
All nourishing, holistic meals from an acclaimed retreat chef: dinner on Tue through breakfast on Sunday
Roundtrip airport transport
Local Hot Springs entry and transport
Mellow yellow float (not rapids) and transport
Group Equine Therapy session
All gratuities, taxes etc. included
What’s Not Included?
Air transportation
A la carte massage, fascial, private equine therapy sessions
Alcohol
Pricing and Accomodation
Secure Your Spot Early – Camp Ember 2026 Pricing & Payment Structures
This retreat is expected to fill quickly, and space is limited to approximately 19 guests.
To reserve your spot, a non-refundable deposit of $2000 is required at booking. We’ve designed an Early Bird structure that rewards early commitment and gives you breathing room to plan ahead. All pricing options are a per person price.
🐦 Early Bird Pricing
$2000 non-refundable deposit due by January 1, 2025
Remaining early bird pricing balance due by February 20, 2026
Total savings: $400 off standard pricing
💫 Standard Pricing
For reservations made after Jan 1, 2025 $2000 deposit due to reserve your spot
Full payment required by May 25, 2026
Important: Your spot is not reserved until your deposit is received. We encourage you to secure your space early — the longer you wait on a decision, the more life tends to fill in the space for you.
All pricing is a per person listing.
Barn loft
The Barn Loft is unlike any barn you’ve ever seen. Converted from an original ranch structure, the second-floor accommodations combine the feel of a cabin with the comfort of a modern lodge. The rich, honey-colored pine walls surround you in a refined rustic elegance while the panoramic views from the three balconies outside overlook the ranch in all directions.
The Barn Loft can sleep a maximum of 16 guests. You’ll be surrounded with enough wood, leather and wool to rekindle the pioneer spirit that glows within us all. In addition to lodging, the Barn Loft features two smaller breakout areas and a generous living room/dining room combination, as well as a full kitchen.
Dining room or meeting space for up to 10 people
Open lounge area
Full kitchen
Laundry facilities
2 full additional baths for group use
Buffet/bar area
2 comfortable breakout rooms equipped with pullout sofas for larger group sleeping needs
Wireless internet
4 guest rooms, each with 2 king or 2 queen beds each with a full bath, comfortably sleep 16 guests. King beds will be assigned on a first come first serve basis. Bath will be shared with 2-4 people.
Guest room 1 or 2
King bed 1 $3800
King bed 2 $3800
Guest room 3 or 4
Queen bed 1 $3800
Queen bed 2 $3800
Any guest room can be reserved for a tripple or quadruple occupancy (shared king/queen bed) for $2200 per person.
Main House
Located within the complex, the Main House greets our guests with welcoming rocking chairs on a wraparound porch and a large picture window offers panoramic views of the magnificent Sawtooth mountain landscape. Upon entering the house, guests are greeted with comfortable furnishings, an open kitchen, dining area and a warm welcoming fireplace amidst a cozy seating area. Two bedrooms downstairs have queen beds and share a bathroom. The master bedroom suite has a large bath with separate tub and shower, two sinks and a stunning view of the morning sunrise and the horseshoe shaped canyon.
The main house also features an additional space that can be used as a yoga or massage room. This intimate converted cabin provides one of the best views of the box canyon on the ranch in a serene meditative yoga space for 1-8 people. Begin or end your daily adventures in tranquility as our fully equipped yoga/massage cabin offers privacy for your personal use. Perfect for yoga, massage, meditation, stretching or your own floor workout, or just to sit and have a quiet moment to yourself amidst the serenity and beauty of the majestic views.
Guest room 1 - one queen bed shares bath w/ guest room 2
Queen bed single occupancy - $4000
Guest room 2 - one queen bed shares bath w/ guest room 1
Queen bed single occupancy - $4000
Guest room 3- master bedroom w king and full bath
$4900 single, or
$2500 double occupancy (shared king bed)
Pfohl Cabin
A sense of nostalgia and optimism wells up inside guests as they step inside Pfohl Cabin. Set on a lush grassy knoll overlooking the Grizzly Hall patio, Pfohl Cabin was the original homestead structure at Grizzly Creek Ranch, and offers guests a simple, sweet, intimate getaway.
A rustic structure with country cottage furnishings, Pfohl Cabin allows one to bask in the warmth and security homesteaders found when they built such cozy lodgings under the majestic mountains and big sky of Montana. From the rocking chairs on the covered front porch to the river rock foundation, Pfohl Cabin says “Welcome to your Montana home.”
Entire Private Cabin
$6900 single occupancy, or
$3500 per person double occupancy (shared queen bed)
The Bunk House
Resting in a rough-hewn bench on the old wooden porch of the Bunkhouse, enjoy the panoramic scenery of our nearby meadows and the riparian Horse Creek drainage. Watch for wildlife feeding at sunset or simply soak up the feel and tranquility nature has to offer as you relax and take in the view.
The Bunkhouse sleeps two to four people in a rustic open-layout cabin and loft design.
Sleeps 2-4 people, king bed on the main level and 2 twin beds in the loft
2 twin beds will likely be reserved for your retreat leaders
Kitchenette (small refrigerator and coffee maker)
Full bath with claw foot tub and shower
Game table, TV and open living room
Wireless internet
Wood burning stove
King Bed Main level
$2750 single occupancy, or
$2000 double occupancy (shared king bed)
Martin House
The Martin House is one of two ultra private structures that sits along the drainage of Horse Creek, and is a three minute drive or 10-15 minute walk from the main GCR complex. This homesteaders ranch house provides a real sense of solitude and offers amazing views from comfortable porches on its north and south sides, and the sounds of willow Horse Creek below.
With ranch style furnishings and two king beds in an open 2nd story room, the Martin House will accommodate a couple or family of four. A full kitchen and bath on the downstairs level give you the comforts of home in the middle of the wilderness.
One queen bed upstairs
One king roll out upstairs
Full bath downstairs (shower only)
Full kitchen
Living room with sofa, writing desk and wood stove
Excellent as a private cabin or “getaway” meeting space
Three minute drive or 10-15 minute walk from the main complex
Wireless internet
Picnic Table
Queen Bed
$3800 single occupancy, or
$2000 per person. Double occupancy (shared queen bed)
King Roll out Bed
$3400 single occupancy, or
$1900 Double occupancy (shared king roll out bed)
Martin Cabin
Nestled in the shade of Cottonwood trees along Horse Creek, Martin Cabin provides a nostalgic, pioneer feel- with modern amenities like an updated kitchen including the coziness of a wood burning fireplace and full bath.
Feel transported to earlier days as you listen to the creek, the birds and the breeze from this quiet, sturdy little cabin. The Martin Cabin comfortably sleeps two people in either two twin beds or can be made into one queen bed.
Amenities
Two twin beds that can be combined into a queen
Full kitchen
Full bath (shower only)
Dining area
Wireless internet
Picnic table
King Bed
$7000 single occupancy, or
$3800 per person double occupancy (shared king bed)
Or
Twin Bed (2 avail)
$3800 per person
BIG BEND | BENEATH THE QUIET YOGA & HIKE RETREAT
Catch your breath beneath the stars.
Nourish your nervous system in the desert’s stillness.
April 10-13, 2026
The Experience
A soul-stirring retreat in the wild, whispering quiet of Big Bend National Park. April 10–13, 2026 | Terlingua, Texas.
Imagine mornings that begin under vast desert skies, where your body gently wakes through grounding yoga, your breath syncs with the rhythms of the land, and your heart opens to silence — true, sacred silence.
This 4-day Yoga + Hike Retreat invites you into the awe-inspiring landscape of Big Bend, where canyons echo, hot springs soothe, and stars stretch endlessly above. We’ll hike iconic trails like Santa Elena Canyon, soak in the Hot Springs, and gather for intentional movement practices rooted in nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, and inner spaciousness. You’ll stay at the contemporary Stardust A-Frames, next to the historic Terlingua ghost town, with nourishing meals from our private chef, time to connect in community, and space to simply be. This is for you if:
You crave both stillness and movement, solitude and connection
You want to reconnect with your body and nature in equal measure
You’re ready to pause the noise and tune in to something deeper
You value high quality nourishment for your body
Come walk the land. Breathe the air. Sleep beneath the stars. Answer to the whispers. Big Bend is calling.
The Food
Our retreat experience is deeply nourished—literally—by a private chef who brings a holistic, and intentional approach to every meal. Each dish is designed to ground, energize, and elevate your experience in the desert.
This isn’t just meal prep—it’s a full culinary journey rooted in authenticity, seasonal ingredients, and a deep respect for nourishment as ritual. Crafting a top-tier food experience in the remote Big Bend region is no small feat. With limited access to groceries and specialty items, it requires serious intention, planning, and investment—and we’ve chosen to go all in. Because we believe food is medicine. Food is soul care. Food is a form of love. You’ll dine under desert skies with meals that are both grounding and elevated, each plate thoughtfully aligned with your body’s rhythms and the energy of the land.
Where we’ll be staying
In the modern and stylish Stardust A-Frame Cabins. We can arrange for private or shared accommodations. Stardust Big Bend.
What’s Included?
3 night/4 days accommodations at Stardust Big Bend
Nourishing, holistic meals from an acclaimed retreat chef: dinner on Friday through breakfast on Monday
We will also have hike snacks to keep you energized during our days of hiking and exploring
Park Entry Fees
Group hikes through the national park
What’s Not Included?
Transportation there and back, you can expect a 10 hour drive (from Conroe/Houston).
Please plan to arrive by 4:00pm Friday April, 10. Closer to the retreat we will send out an optional carpooling chart.
Transportation in the national park. We will be carpooling to explore the park so you may need to drive during some excursions. If you have a high clearance vehicle and would be willing to be one of our point drivers, a discount or gas reimbursement will be available.
Food outside of retreat chef/snack offerings
Alcohol
Investment
EARLY BIRD: paid in full by November 1, 2025
Standard Registration: All pricing will increase by
$200 after November 1, 2025 and must be paid in full by December 1, 2025
Cottage: Accommodates 5 people
The Cottage has a bedroom with a queen bed with a very comfortable mattress. The living room has a very comfortable sleeper sofa from West Elm that converts into a queen bed, the loft is accessed by a ladder. It has three twin beds. A small window gives a view of the Chisos Mountains from the top, a full kitchen, and a full bathroom. The bathroom and space will be shared by 5 people. This is our most economical option.
$2000 per person (1 available)
A Frame Cabins: Accommodates 2-4 people
The A-Frame cabins can accommodate up to 4 people if shared queen beds are suitable. The A-Frame Cabin has a bedroom, a living room, a full kitchen, and a full bathroom. The bedroom has a queen bed with a very comfortable mattress. The living room has a very comfortable sleeper sofa from West Elm that converts into a queen bed.
Quadruple Occupancy $2000 per person
NOTE: shared bed in bedroom queen bed and ShARED BED IN living room QUEEN pull out
Triple Occupancy $2100 per person
NOTE: shared bed in bedroom & Single person in queen pull out
Double Occupancy $2300/$2200 Per person
Queen Bed in Bedroom = $2300
Queen Bed pull out in living room = $2200
Single Occupancy = $4500 per person
full cabin to one person
To secure your space, we collect a non-refundable deposit of $1000. Final payment for early bird is due Sept 1, 2025 and final payment for regular pricing is due December 1, 2025.
Sample Detailed Itinerary
(schedule is always subject to change in-door/out door classes will be weather dependent)
Friday
4:00 Arrive + Settle In at Stardust
5:00 - 6:00 Welcome Dinner
6:00 - 7:30 Opening Circle and ✨ Unwind + Arrive | Gentle Post-Travel Yoga
7:30 - 8:30 Enjoy a sunset desert
Saturday | Healing Springs Day
7:00 - 8:15 🌅 Morning Attunement | Awakening Yoga
8:15- 9:15 Nourishing Breakfast
9:15- 10:15 Drive to Rio Grande Nature Trail
Light 1-hour hike with breathtaking views of the Rio Grande and Mexico
11:15 - 11:30 Drive to Historic Hot Springs
11:30 - 1:00 Soak + Lunch at Historic Hot Springs
Dip into the Hot Springs + optional Rio Grande plunge
Enjoy packed lunches/snacks in the shade
**Pending high clearance vehicle
1:00 - 2:00 Drive back to Stardust to change clothes, or head straight to Terlingua
2:00 - 5:00 Explore Terlingua Ghost Town
Find a souvenir at the Trading Post
Enjoy an afternoon caffeine fix at Venga or Espresso y Poco Mas
Explore defunct mine shafts and soak in iconic desert views
Snap some photos at the desert cemetary
5:00 Return to Stardust
6:00 - 7:00 Community Dinner + Dessert
7:00 - 8:15 🌙 Ease + Integrate | Somatic Sunset Yoga & Meditation
Sunday | Sacred Canyon Day
7:00 - 8:15 🌄 Breathe + Expand | Morning Movement
8:15 - 9:15 Breakfast
9:15 - 10:15 1-hour scenic drive to Santa Elena Canyon
Hike the famed Santa Elena trail (1-2 miles)
Option to bring Tevas or water shoes (depending on river level you may need to walk in water)
Enjoy canyon views, solitude, and silence
Enjoy lunch at the trailhead
12:15 Begin Return Drive
Return Drive Highlights :
30-minute hike to ruins at the Dorgan-Sublett Trail
Snap some photos of pink prickly pear cactus near Burro Mesa
Stop at any of the scenic viewing areas for epic sights
2:00 - 6:00 Free Time
Return to Stardust, sip coffee in Terlingua, or simply rest
6:00 Final Dinner + Dessert
7:00 - 8:15 🌌 Wind Down in the Wild | Evening Yoga & Meditation
8:15 - 8:45 Closing Reflections
Monday
7:00 - 8:00 🌞 Return to Center | Closing Practice
8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast
9:00 - 10:00 Pack + Depart