Retreats at YMCA Camp Cullen

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Group Programs

Your Custom Adventure Awaits

YMCA Camp Cullen is one of the top retreat destinations near Houston. Nestled among the tall pines along Lake Livingston on a stunning 530-acre property, Camp Cullen gives your group the space, facilities, and expert facilitation to make your retreat truly memorable. Whether you’re planning a corporate leadership retreat, a faith-based gathering, a school outdoor education trip, or a large group weekend getaway, we’ll help you design an experience that meets your goals. Located just 90 miles north of Houston with easy access to I-45 and Hwy 59.

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When We Host Retreats

YMCA Camp Cullen hosts group retreats across fall, winter, and spring. Each season brings its own character to the property — from the scenic pines and lake views that define the setting year-round, to the range of indoor and outdoor activities available across all retreat seasons.

Ready to find your dates? Contact our team and we’ll check availability for your group’s preferred time of year.

Who We Host

Camp Cullen hosts a wide range of retreat groups, including:

  • Corporate teams — leadership retreats, strategy sessions, company team-building events
  • Faith-based organizations — youth retreats, adult retreats, church gatherings 
  • School groups — outdoor education programs, field trips, student leadership retreats
  • Nonprofits and community organizations — group weekends, volunteer appreciation retreats
  • Special occasions — weddings, reunions, milestone celebrations, and banquets
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Retreat Details

Availability – Retreats can be booked up to a year in advance. Date slots are filled on the basis of the first group to sign their contract and pay their deposit — we recommend reaching out early to secure your preferred dates

Pricing – Pricing depends on length of stay, choice of activities, and number of meals requested. Please call to request more information about your next retreat. Feel free to contact Nancy Cortes with any further questions.

Facilitation – A selection of facilitated activities are included in a standard group rate, but some specialized activities can be added for a small additional fee. We’ll help you plan the best experience to match the goals of your retreat.

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Teambuilding, Retreats and Group Programs

YMCA Camp Cullen offers customizable retreat programs designed around your team’s specific objectives — from problem-solving and trust to communication, leadership, and teamwork.

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Design a Retreat for Your Group

Corporate Events

YMCA Camp Cullen provides the perfect balance between connecting to the outdoors and doing so in comfort. Air-conditioned cabins, paved walkways, beautiful outdoor settings for eating and enjoying, as well as indoor settings for meeting and strategizing. Camp will keep you connected to the world, and connect you to each other, and your company’s vision.

Faith-Based & Other Groups

The YMCA is welcoming to people from all backgrounds and provides the perfect setting to connect with the wonders of nature, each other and your faith. Take your congregation away from the hustle and bustle of the city and spend time in scripture. Connect with each other through learning, play and study.

School Groups

YMCA Camp Cullen provides an incredible opportunity to learn about nature in the great Texas outdoors while also providing the comforts and indoor learning spaces that allow educators and students alike to get the most out of a retreat experience. Camp Cullen is the perfect partner in educational growth opportunities for school students.

Custom Teambuilding Based on Your Group’s Unique Goal

Every team has unique challenges, strengths and weaknesses. We will work with you as a group leader to identify the goals for your team’s growth and build a teamwork experience that focuses on the development of those goals through the stage setting, facilitation and debrief.

Looking for something less structured? We also offer the opportunity for guests to come out with no set agenda. Your team can relax and recharge by enjoying the scenery, sharing a good meal, and participating in activities that aren’t available in the city.

Banquets, Parties and Special Occasions

Camp Cullen’s 530-acre lakeside property is a stunning setting for special occasions. Whether it’s a wedding ceremony overlooking Lake Livingston, a family reunion, a milestone birthday, or a reception under the pines, our staff handles the details so you can focus on the celebration

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Start Planning Your Group Retreat

Not sure exactly what your group needs? That’s what we’re here for. Contact our team today and we’ll help you plan the perfect retreat at Camp Cullen — from program design to meals to logistics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please complete our inquiry form and someone will be in touch, or you can call our office directly at 936-594-2274. Whether this is your first time booking a retreat, or you are an experienced retreat coordinator and want to get straight to the point, we can get you where you need to go.

This will depend on your desired dates. Often, multiple groups will attend YMCA Camp Cullen for a retreat at the same time. In this case, itineraries will be designed to maintain separation between group experiences. Or you may choose to book ‘exclusive use’. This status is given depending on complexity of the group experience, contract size, or number of guests.

We would welcome the conversation, and typically have the capacity to meet the needs of almost any group. Our goal is to ensure that you have a successful retreat experience, that meets your expectations, and will help you reach your goals. We will only book a contract with you if we believe that we can deliver a first-class experience.

We understand that there are any number of complications that can make booking a retreat challenging. Our contracts allow for varying points of locking in details based on the number of days out from the retreat. They also outline policies varying from cancellation, to date moving, to expanding your numbers. Typically, we will book to your best estimate of retreat size and scope, and then make adjustments based on availability as the retreat date approaches.

We recommend booking 3-6 months in advance to secure your preferred dates. Retreats can be booked up to a year in advance.”

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