Camping Access at EarthWell (#1)
Tent site · Sleeps 2Bring your own tent, bedding, and linens for this accessible and simple way to stay at a nourishing yoga and meditation retreat center in the woods.
Camping at EarthWell Retreat Center is open in a few general designated areas including along the road/walking path across the field for an epic sunrise, a semi-secluded spot right on the water, a number of spots on the edge of the northern-most part of the property by the pond, and in the gorgeous woods north of the pond.
Campsites are first-come-first-serve.
One tent/or single-family bookings only. MAXIMUM 2 adults (we have 4 "campsites" available, so if your party includes more than 2 adults please book additional spots so we can account for the load on our modern shared glamping facilities). Locally sourced and made pre-packaged meals, meditation and yoga classes, and more available. (must pre-book with us).
EarthWell Retreat Center is a little slice of heaven featuring a diversity of ecosystems, gorgeous vistas, and miles of trails to explore. At the heart of the property is a spring-fed swimming pond situated on forty acres of rolling prairie, forest and wetland, surrounded by one hundred acres of Washtenaw County Nature Preserve. In addition to BYO tent camping, six off-grid sleeping cabins dot the landscape, all within a short walk to our Common House, featuring a large gathering space, community kitchen/dining and bathrooms/shower. Located in Southeastern Michigan, just 30 minutes west of Ann Arbor, and near the towns of Grasslake, Chelsea, Manchester.
IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT WALKING: • 3 minute walk from Upper Bungalow to shared solar-composting toilets • 2 minute walk to common house with shared kitchen, dining area, shower, bathrooms, WIFI, and meeting room/yoga space. Accessible 24/7 with code* • Nov-April parking is located in the Common House Parking Lot. (5-10 minute walk to cabins) May-Oct guests may park in the Lower Green Parking Lot (2-5 minute to cabins). Under certain circumstances you may drive your car directly to your cabin to drop off gear. (Please contact us directly before doing so).
If you'd like to have a fire, check with us to see if we have wood for campfires before arriving. If we do, we'd be happy to share. Firewood for multi-day or large gatherings is NOT a part of whole venue rentals, but we can arrange a large drop off of seasoned logs for an additional cost (approx: $75-$200 depending on event size) from a local source