Camp Navarro
EST. 1972
PREMIUM VENUE
901 Masonite Industrial Road, Philo, CA, United States

Camp Navarro
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Disappear into this 200-acre wine country and camp retreat. 
 
 
Available to the public for the first time in 100+ years, this hidden coastal valley is a historic camp that has re-opened it's doors. Escape into the twinkling forest to return to everyday life with a renewed sense of wonder.
 
 
The Lowdown
Type
Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBarn / Farm / RanchCamping / GlampingField / Forest / OrchardLodge / Mountain / Ski Resort
Views
CreekForestMeadow/FieldRiver
Style
Casual
Country
Eco
Garden Party
Rustic
Days Venue is closed
 
 
 
Best type of Celebrations
Bachelor / Bachelorette Party
Birthday Party
Corporate Event
Dinner Party
Family Reunion
Group Getaway
Holiday Party
Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception
Retreats: Corporate, Spa, Wellness, Etc.
Reunion
Social Event
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Reception
Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.

Venue Setting

Camp Navarro is one of the most unique and enchanting event venues in California and is situated on 200 acres of Redwoods in the Anderson Valley wine country, just a couple hours north of the SF Bay Area. We host world class corporate retreats, weddings, festivals, conferences and camps.

Besides towering redwoods, a fork of the Navarro River meanders through the property and 32 cabins dot the landscape. An additional 54 Glamping Teepees & Adirondacks add to the fairy tale setting and lodging capacity. We also have room for unlimited BYO tents and RV.

The historic property has been updated to meet all modern needs while still retaining its' classic and idyllic look and feel. Our 10,000 square foot two level lodge contains a 4600 SF dining room and dance hall with old growth redwood flooring, French Doors onto an outdoor deck and a massive fireplace. Our industrial kitchen sits inside the main lodge and our Executive Chef has a background in both casual and fine dining and Camp Navarro takes great pride in cooking from our wood fired pizza oven and using local products. The main lodge sits next to a two acre grass plaza and event area situated next to the river and is perfect for dining, dancing, games, and lounging around our spacious campfire area and hammocks. We have a built-in outdoor redwood main stage in addition to our indoor lodge and 350 seat outdoor amphitheater.

The property has an arts and crafts area, cafe/lounge, archery range, meditation areas, games galore, rope swing and special hidden nooks and crannies. We are located just one mile off the highway and minutes from the spectacular Mendoccino Coast and a dozens of world class wineries. Camp Navarro is truly the best of all worlds and a 'greatest hits of what California has to offer'.

Our events and clients include Google, Linkedin Y Combinator, Everlane, Reddit, RedBull and The Battery in addition to being to the home of world class events like Camp Grounded, Redwood Ramble, Om Rising, Meadowlands and The Outpost.

Capacity

Seated
1000
Buffet
1500
Standing
2500
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Estimated price per head

from $75 to $250

Additional charges

For corporate events, we typically provide 'turn-key' rental of the property including lodging, meals, activities and various equipment and charge per person.  Alcohol is additional as is rentals needed beyond our standard equipment including chairs, tables, AV/Sound equipment and wifi. 

Weddings have a site fee plus a catering/beverage minimum. Guests typically book and pay for their own lodging. 

 
 

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Required To Host An Event At This Venue

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
1972
Curfew
No Curfew
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Corkage/Bottle Fee – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol For A Fee
Beer/Wine/Champagne Only
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Accommodations
32 Cabins with capacity from 2-8 people plus a honeymoon cabin.
12 Adirondacks, each with 5 beds
68 Glamping Teepees & Tents sleeping 1-4 people
16 RV spots in the Redwoods
 
 
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Other
Yes
Amenities
  • A/V Equipment
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
Inside Scoop

The secret 'Order of the Arrow' holds annual vigils at Camp Navarro and you can find their secret camp and campfire in the NE part of the property

We lease 120 acres of land from our neighbors who have 350,000 acres of private land so we have exclusive access to land nobody else does.

Anderson Valley not only has world class wine, food and nature but is home to a secret language called Boontling that if interested, we can bring someone onsite to explain the unique history and language.

 
 

Venue Features
The scene:
100+ years of history are the backdrop for our stunning property that until 2013 was not open to the public. Today, Camp Navarro is a premier Wine Country venue to gather friends, family, and colleagues for diverse public and private gatherings. We strive to find a balance between 'rustic' and the finer touch points like down bedding and great food and wine. In this day in age, our goal is to allow you to slow down and connect with nature, friends and yourself.

Stepping foot on our 200 acre property creates an immediate reaction and will have you saying 'wow' alot and give you the feeling of simpler times. Looking up at the TALL trees, breathing the clean crisp air, swinging on a rope swing, and settling in to your cozy cabin, teepee or Adirondack is immediately grounding and comforting. We hear 'How cool is this' and 'I needed this' frequently. Let's not forget, 'best event/wedding ever'!....

Redwood trees, a friendly meandering river, quaint idyllic accommodations throughout the redwoods, and a massive two story lodge are the cornerstones of our property. Rounding out the experience are little touches like an ideally situated hammock, a hidden 'hollow', wood fired pizza oven, tether ball, s'mores and campfires and trails meandering all over.
Design:
Nature is the star at Camp Navarro but we have a beautiful and very nostalgic property that most everyone appreciates. Classic wood signs, knotty picnic tables, string lights, hammocks, expansive decks, historic art, and idyllic cabins are all part of the design. Wood Scultptures also appear throughout our property. We have added our own touches of color, and repurposed materials, like our massive campfire from the top of an old water tower. Lighting is subtle and appropriate but enough to feel safe though we also want you to see the brilliant stars at night.
Standout venue features:
Nature is center stage as you have your own 200 acre private Redwood Forest and River as well as deer frequently rambling about and hawks soaring above and owls hooting throughout the night. Numerous swimming holes and rope swing are found along are 1/2 mile of river front.

Our massive 4500 square foot dining, dance and meeting hall as well as a 2 acre outdoor glass plaza are the heart and soul of the property and will accomodate most any event need. A 7 foot BBQ and wood fired pizza oven get plenty of use as does our inviting campfire area.

Ownership and key staff have a long storied history in the hospitality, event and outdoor industry so you will be well taken care of.
Extra perks:
We have 60 tables, 400+ chairs, 20 picnic tables, redwood benches, hammocks, serving plates/bowls/cups and utensils, games galore and an archery and rifle range. We also include a small professional sound system, AV equipment and a built in main stage plus two other smaller auxillary built in stages.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.
Camp Navarro has a prestigous client list and has been featured nationally and internationally in the press.
We have been featured in the following publications:
New York Times, The Atlantic, Forbes, The New Yorker, Huffington Post, Al Jazeera, NPR, Fox News, Fortune, Fast Company.

We are the original home of Camp Grounded, a globally recognized tech-free adult summer camp.
We also host camps and retreats for Google, Linkedin, Wix, Task Rabbit, IMGUR, Y Combinator , Red Bull, The North Face, Capital One, You Tube, Airbnb, and other notable companies.

Some of our notable festivals and conferences include The Redwood Ramble, The Outpost, Meadowlands, Camp Deep End and we are the home of the Anderson Valley Pinot Festival.
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.
We do catering out of our own private kitchen or our mobile BBQ , pizza oven and Kitchen. We take pride in cooking from 'down home' to upscale to accommodate all our varied guests needs and vision.

We also have a Cafe which can serve morning organic coffee, pastries, and other treats and throughout the day serves as a destination for snacks, light meals, and other light catered options.
Camp Navarro has a wine and beer license and serves high quality local product whenever possible including Goldeneye, Roederer Estate, Balo, Navarro Vineyards, and Anderson Valley Brewery.

We have up to three bars located on our Event Plaza grass area and inside our main lodge and cafe.
Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
Plaza Area
Open 2 acre grass area situated between our main lodge and the river. Includes campfire area, main stage, and picnic tables
View: Lodge, Redwood Trees and River
Max capacity: 2500
Price range: Part of property Rental
Art Barn
A smaller grass area near the main plaza with outdoor bar and kitchen area
View: Forest and stars
Max capacity: 500
Price range: 1500-15000
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