I'm Coming to Berachah!

We look forward to serving you! Below please find general information about our facility in order to plan for your stay. When you arrive at our entrance gate, continue straight past the RV area then turn right and go over the bridge. Look for our marquee board on the left which will indicate your group's meeting place to check in.

Facilities:

Hillside Lodge
Each room features a queen size bed, twin bunk bed, private bath and linens provided. Meeting rooms with coffee bars are located in the building as well as wireless internet.
Quads
Each of the four quads has 6 bedrooms with bunk beds, a living room area with fireplace and restrooms and shower facilities. Bring your own bedding and towels.
Executive Lodge
Seven private bedrooms with shared restrooms and showers as well as one master suite with a private bath and linens provided. Large living room with fireplace and kitchen area with coffee bar.
Cabins

Each of the cabins has several twin bunk beds. Restroom and shower facilities located in the nearby chapel. Bring your own bedding and towels.

Food:

Dining Hall
All meals are hosted in our Dining Room and usually served: 8am Breakfast, Noon Lunch and 5:30 Dinner, unless otherwise coordinated by your group leader. Friday Dinner is usually a buffet served at 6:30pm to allow for late arrivals. We are happy to accommodate special diet needs when possible - please be sure to have your group leader notify us well in advance.
Store & Vending
Espresso and sundries available at our store and snack and beverage machines located in or near most facilities.

Fun:

RJM Gym

Multiple full basketball and volleyball courts as well as ping pong and foosball. Shared open gym times are generally Fridays 8:30-midnight, Saturdays 1-5pm and 9-midnight.

Indoor Pool
Shallow end of 3' to get your feet wet to a 9' deep end for diving and experienced swimmers. Shared open swim times are generally Fridays 8:30-10:30pm, Saturdays 1-5pm and 9-11pm. Wear only modest one-piece swim suits please.
Mountain Biking*

Guided Trail Rides exploring our 160 acres for about an hour.

Go Karts*

Both single and double cars on a paved track, available seasonally (generally April - September).

Climbing Wall*

Let your group leader know you want to climb so we can have staff on hand to belay you up our 28-foot indoor climbing wall.

Horse Rides *

Available on a limited basis on some Saturdays, let your group leader know so we can get the horses saddled up!

High Ropes Course*

Each element over 30 feet up in the trees, faith is fun on our Zip Line, Vertical Playpen, Leap of Faith and other High Ropes elements.

Low Challenge Course*

Up in the trees not your thing? Challenge yourself a little closer to the ground on our thought-provoking, sometimes puzzling, always team building low elements.

Putt & Frisbee Golf

Two courses for your enjoyment: grab a putter and test your skills on our 9 hole mini course or grab a frisbee and check your accuracy on our course through the trees.

Target Range*

Includes both archery and BBs available on a limited basis on some Saturdays, let your group leader know so we can get the targets up!

Recreation Fields

Softball/Baseball Field located in lower camp as well as a Soccer/Football/Multi-purpose Field in upper camp bordered by a 1/4 mile running track. Game equipment available - just have your group leader let us know where and when!

Playgrounds

Two to choose from: Toddler town, our Western theme fort and our main playground with swings and more!

Outdoor Recreation

We have a sand volleyball court, tetherballs, tennis and basketball courts as well as paintball and 2 horseshoe pit areas!

Store

Stop by for an espresso, snack, book, that forgotten toiletry item, or a souvenir to remember your stay at Berachah!

Campfires*

What's the camp experience without a smore! Three firepits to choose from ready to go with firewood provided - just have your group leader let us know where and when!

Walking Trails

Stroll along our creek or explore the woods in search of wildlife on our bike and horse trails.

  *These activities must be reserved in advanced by your group leader.

For Packing:

Packing List

Nestled in the Cascade Foothills, we do get our share of that unpredictable Northwest weather, so plan accordingly. We recommend comfortable shoes and a jacket/umbrella for inclement weather as you walk between facilities. Don't forget your one-piece swimsuit and towel if you plan to go swimming, closed toe shoes for the climbing wall , long pants for horse riding and a flashlight for after the campfire!

Find Us:

From I-5
  • From I-5 take exit for Highway 18 East (Auburn / North Bend)
  • Drive East on Highway 18 six miles
  • Take Auburn-Black Diamond Road Exit
  • At end of off-ramp, turn right at the stop sign
  • Continue on Auburn-Black Diamond Road 6 miles
  • Turn right at stop sign merging onto SE Auburn-Black Diamond Road.
  • Go 1/2 mile, then turn left onto SE 328th Place
  • Follow to end into camp
From I-405
  • Drive south on Interstate 405 (I-405) to Renton
  • From I-405 take exit for Highway 167 South (Kent/Auburn)
  • Continue south on Highway 167 through Kent & Auburn
  • Take exit onto Highway 18 East
  • Continue from Highway 18 East (see above directions)
From I-90
  • Go West on Highway 18 (Exit #25 )
  • Continue approximately for 15 miles to Kent Exit (SE 272nd / State Route 516)
  • Continue approximately for 15 miles to Kent Exit (SE 272nd / State Route 516
  • Turn right onto Highway 516 (Kent Kangley), go 1 mile to 152nd SE
  • Turn left at 152nd SE and proceed south on 152nd SE (Kent Black Diamond Road) 4.6 miles
  • Turn left onto SE 328th Place and follow to end into camp
From Black Diamond
  • Turn E on Roberts Drive/SE Auburn Black Diamond Road
  • Continue on SE Auburn/Black Diamond Rd for about 5 miles
  • Turn Right on SE 328th Place
Grounds Map

Click here to see a map of our grounds!

For After Hours/Emergencies:

Office

Our Administration Office is located on our grounds and is open Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm, Fridays 9am-7pm and Saturdays 9am-4pm. Phone number is 800-859-CAMP or 253-939-0488. For emergencies after these hours please call 866-723-2944.

Front Gate

Our grounds are secured by a entrance gate which automatically closes in the evenings. If you will be arriving after 9pm, please contact your group leader for an entrance code.

For Reference:

Area Attractions

Mt Rainier, Green River, several Golf Courses, Ski Areas within an hour, and hiking and biking trails nearby.

Airport

Seattle International Airport is about 45 minutes from camp.

Medical Facility

Covington Multi-care 17700 SE 272nd Covington (about 15 minutes from camp).

Gasoline

Brookside Grocery, located 1/2 mile from Camp (less than 5 minutes from camp).

Wi-Fi & Cell Service

Wireless Internet access is available at our Hillside Lodge.
Due to our forested location, some cell phone service may be limited.

Copies/Fax

Copy and Fax machine is available in our Adminstrative office (see hours above).

Laundry Facilities
In our RV Area.
Pets

Are not allowed in camp facilities. Please call us for nearby boarding information.

 

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