Earth Lodge Australia is an annual gathering held in nature, near Kenilworth in Queensland. For six days each spring, children, teens, adults, and elders come together in community to create a village. Each age group has its own dedicated lodge space, with its own programme of teachings, ceremony, and rites of passage. All meals are included, and provide a beautiful connecting point for the whole village along with morning stories and the evening fire.
Set in beautiful bushland in the Conondale Ranges, Sunshine Coast hinterland, Earth Lodge invites you to step away from routine and reconnect with yourself, with others, and with the natural world. Ancient wisdom teachings and ceremony from the Sweet Medicine SunDance tradition are woven through the gathering. The focus is not on luxury, but on depth, belonging, and time spent in nature.
Our participants travel from across Australia and even overseas to experience Earth Lodge. A loyal following of families and individuals joins us from Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Northern Rivers. In just a short drive, the city fades away, replaced by open skies, lush bushland, and the fresh country air of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Close enough to be accessible, far enough to feel like a genuine departure from ordinary life.
Whether you are seeking a meaningful experience for your whole family, an opportunity to mark a life transition, or simply time in nature with people who share your values, Earth Lodge offers a welcoming space for all ages and all stages of life.
Earth Lodge works because everyone belongs. Children, teens and adults each have their own Lodge, with experiences designed especially for them. Yet the gathering itself is shared. Meals, campfires, stories and everyday moments weave the generations together in ways that are increasingly rare in modern life.
Every member of the family finds their place here, and together those individual journeys become something far richer than any one person could experience alone.
28th September – 3rd October 2026.
We’d love you to join us.
While each Lodge follows its own daily program, everyone comes together to share meals, campfires, stories and the simple joy of being together.
In Kids Lodge, children spend their days playing, creating, making friends and exploring in nature. Through bush adventures, crafts, storytelling and hands-on activities, they build confidence, curiosity and a lasting connection with the natural world. While the children are immersed in their own adventures, parents can fully enjoy their Earth Lodge experience, knowing their children are safe, supported and thriving.
Teens Lodge combines adventure with purpose. Through activities such as archery, raft building, fire-keeping and creative challenges, teenagers build confidence, resilience and genuine friendships while discovering more about themselves. Guided by experienced mentors, they are supported to step into greater responsibility and navigate the journey toward adulthood with courage and connection.
Adults Lodge offers space to pause, reconnect and grow. Through inspiring teachings, ceremonies and time immersed in nature, participants explore life’s transitions, deepen their connection with themselves and become part of a welcoming community. Whether you’re seeking clarity, renewal or simply time to breathe, this is a place to remember what matters most.
The next Earth Lodge retreat will be held from 28th September – 3rd October 2026 in Cambroon, in the Sunshine Coast hinterland of Queensland. Across six days, participants move through teachings, ceremony, and community life in a beautiful bushland setting in the Conondale Ranges. For those seeking a nature retreat or spiritual gathering within reach of Brisbane, the Gold Coast, or the Northern Rivers, Earth Lodge offers something genuinely rare: six days of ceremony, connection, and rest in nature, for all ages, all together.
An introduction to Earth Lodge Australia’s annual intergenerational gathering.
Earth Lodge Australia grew from more than three decades of Earth Lodge gatherings in Europe. These videos share the vision, the lineage and the personal stories that inspired this gathering to take root in Australia.
A 90-second glimpse into the deeper intention of Earth Lodge, where people of all ages gather to reconnect with nature, community and themselves.
Laura-Doe shares how her experience at Earth Lodge inspired her to bring this unique intergenerational gathering to Australia. (7mins)
Rediscover what matters
Step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with yourself, nature, and a welcoming community. Through inspiring teachings, meaningful experiences, and time to simply breathe, you’ll return home feeling grounded, renewed, and deeply connected.
Where wonder takes over
Children spend their days exploring the forest, creating with natural materials, discovering stories, making lifelong friends, and experiencing the magic of being immersed in nature. While they’re on their own adventure, parents are free to fully enjoy theirs.
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Teen Lodge is a place to challenge yourself, build confidence, make genuine friendships, and discover what you’re capable of. Through outdoor adventures, creative challenges, rites of passage, and shared experiences, teenagers grow in ways that stay with them long after camp ends.
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Your registration fee includes:
~ A rich daily program of teachings, activities and ceremonies for all participants
~ Your camp site and shower and toilet facilities for 5 nights (6 days)
~ Three delicious meals for each full day of the camp plus lunch and dinner on the first day and breakfast and lunch on the final day
~ Transport to and from the venue is not included. You will need to arrange your own transport to and from the event site or to Nambour train station. We will be organising transport options back and forth to Nambour train station. Please speak to us about these. For those travelling interstate or internationally we can support you to organise travel from Brisbane airport.
~ Camping gear such as tents, sleeping bags, bedding etc. are not included. Please ask our team if you would like to hire camping equipment.
If payment of your registration payments by the due dates will be a challenge, please talk to our enrolment people about what payment plan options are available
Participant Cancellations:
Cancellations made more than 60 days before the retreat start date will receive a refund of the amount paid, minus the non-refundable deposit ($400).
Cancellations made 30-60 days before the retreat start date will receive a 50% refund of the amount paid, minus the non-refundable deposit.
Cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat start date are non-refundable.
Organizer Cancellations:
In the unlikely event that the retreat is cancelled by the organisers, participants will receive a full refund of all payments made, including the deposit.
Yes, tents are available for hire. Please inquire with our registration people on hire costs and tent sizes available. Linen is also available for hire. Talk to us about what you need.
Super early-bird and early-bird discounts are offered each year, providing considerable savings for early registration.
~ Super Early Bird Registration closed on the 31st March 2026
~ Early Bird Discounts close on the 30th June 2026
~ Children under 5 require a full-time carer and are free to attend.
~ The cut-off age for each camp lodge can vary slightly depending on the participant. If you are unsure which camp group will be appropriate for you or someone in your group, please talk with us, and we will help you find clarity.
~ For the purposes of fees, a child is considered 5-12, a teen is 13-17 and adults are aged 18+
The reduced price for the adult who is caring for a child under 5 at the camp is $450
~ Participants will arrive in the morning Monday 28th September 2026. Once checked in and registered, time will be available to set up your camping area. Lunch will be provided on the arrival day and the camp programme will start at 1.30 with an opening circle for all.
~ The camp activities will complete with a closing circle and lunch on Saturday 3rd October 2026
~ Management will be doing regular trips back and forth to Nambour train station. Traveling parties should check in to see if a pickup is possible
Yes. There is a designated area for campers & RV’s. Power hook ups are not available except in cases of special needs.
Dormitory style, shared accomodation is available in the onsite geodesic domes. Speak to our registration team for more details.
Yes.
Participants are kindly requested to refrain from bringing or using alcohol or drugs at Earth Lodge. This is crucial for staying mentally sharp and physically alert, enabling us to fully benefit from the wisdom offered during teachings and the insights gained in the ceremonies.
We warmly encourage everyone to step away from digital media while at camp. Reception is patchy and WiFi is only available in special circumstances, making this a natural time to disconnect and drop into the experience.
For peace of mind, we’ll provide you with an emergency contact number so family and friends can reach you if needed. If you require essential internet access for urgent matters, please speak with us ahead of time or at the camp and we’ll do our best to support you.
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