What makes YMCA of the Rockies a great place for faith-based meetings?

The YMCA of the Rockies is ideal for faith-based groups, offering unique facilities such as indoor and

outdoor chapel spaces and the Leggett Christian Center, which has its own faith-focused library.

Additionally, the resort has a Chapel Ministry department which is responsible for creating a welcoming spiritual atmosphere to enhance the guest experience. They curate faith-based programming and activities like worship services, prayer walks, Bible studies, Christian education programming, and more. There are also a number of self-guided, faith-based activities available on the property:

Interactive Prayer Trail – Walk the trail and encounter 5 interactive stations based on the prayer forms of Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication, and Intercession. All ages will find this a fun and meaningful way to pray.
Labyrinth – A Labyrinth is a spiritual tool, a path of prayer, a walking meditation. Our Labyrinth is designed out of stones and located behind the Museum. Brochures about the Labyrinth and how to walk it are located at the starting point.
Bible Point Trail – Along the trail you will encounter selected Psalms that sing to the glory of God revealed in nature.
Beatitude Study Trail – Enjoy a one mile loop hike while studying the beatitudes from Jesus’ famous “Sermon on the Mount.”

What are some of YMCA of the Rockies’ major meeting spaces?

Estes Park Center is surrounded on three sides by Rocky Mountain National Park. It offers plenty of space to gather, both indoor and outdoor.

Outdoor chapels are unique venues that offer spectacular views and inspiring places to gather. The largest outdoor chapel can seat up to 200 people.

Many groups will take advantage of our retreat cabins, which have eight bedrooms and accommodate up to 40 guests. All bedrooms have a full, private bath. A large living room features a gas fireplace, television and Wi-Fi. Outside each cabin is a gas grill, shared outdoor seating area and fire ring. The expansive kitchen and dining area allows plenty of time and space to catch up and connect.

Our numerous meeting rooms accommodate anywhere from 15 to 450 people. If your group requires more space, we offer the following options:

Ruesch Auditorium – Fixed tiered seating for 800
Assembly Hall – Seats 1,300
Longhouse Building – 22,000 square feet, Seats 2,500, staging available

What are some nearby cultural & RECREATIONAL experiences that groups would enjoy?

Rocky Mountain National Park – YMCA of the Rockies is bordered on three sides by one of the country’s most popular national parks. Groups can enjoy sightseeing, hiking, snowshoeing, wildlife viewing, and much more.
Visiting the mountain town of Estes Park - This quaint town offers a variety of cultural and recreational experiences for travelers, including shopping, dining, live music, events, and more. The YMCA of the Rockies is only a five-minute drive from Estes Park, CO, and the resort offers a guest shuttle to and from the town.
The new Enger Family Nature Trail features an upper and lower loop that is built for all ages, with accessibility in mind. This pet-friendly trail starts at the Boone Family Mountain Center and makes its way to Glacier Creek, which is the boundary between YMCA of the Rockies and Rocky Mountain National Park.
Many recreational activities are available on-site for groups, including archery, campfire rings, indoor and outdoor climbing walls, family fun nights, guided hikes, challenge courses, and more. Specifically for faith-based groups, the Chapel Ministry Department offers worship hikes, adventure ministry archery, an interactive prayer trail, Bible studies, Christian education programming, and hymn singalongs, among other options.
The resort also offers a number of included activities and cultural experiences, in addition to all of the outdoor adventure activities available to groups. From an on-site historical museum to a craft center to an escape room, there are plenty of opportunities for groups to discover the history of the area and get in touch with their creative side.