Experience Life-Changing Meditation by Lake Tahoe

Join us for a week-long retreat from April 2nd to April 9th, 2026 by Lake Tahoe in Nevada at the Zephyr Point center.

Set amidst a forest by the water of the iconic Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Zephyr Point has access to a private beach and offers breathtaking views over the lake and the snow-capped mountains. This serene environment provides the perfect setting for the transformative practice of jhana meditation, allowing you to fully disconnect from distractions and immerse yourself in deep practice.

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Everything You Need to Know

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Important notes

Participation Requirements

You must be at least 18 years old to attend.
For everyone's safety, participation requires completing a mental health screening and signing required agreements.
Do not book flights or make travel arrangements until your screening is complete and your spot is confirmed. Screenings will begin February 15th at the latest.
- If you believe you may meet any of our Exclusion Criteria, please email us so we can prioritize your eligibility review.

Practical Details

Prices are listed per person and include accommodation, access to Zephyr Point’s stunning grounds and Lake Tahoe, all meals, and a full retreat program.
This is a full-week retreat. Please only sign up if you can attend the entire program. If it’s not possible to clear all your commitments this week, please consider joining us at a different time.
- Plan to arrive on property 3:00–4:00 PM on Thursday, April 2nd.
- Plan to depart around 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 9th.
Lake Tahoe sits at a high elevation (approximately 6,200 ft / 1,900 m above sea level). Some people may notice mild altitude effects such as headaches or fatigue during the first day or two. If you are sensitive to altitude, we recommend packing hydration aids and any altitude-support or motion/altitude sickness remedies you normally use, and arriving well-rested.
See [Jhourney In-Person Retreats 101: What to Expect & How to Prepare](https://www.jhourney.io/blog/jhourney-in-person-retreats-101-what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepare?) for more details </aside>

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Location and travel

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We’ll share a self-organized, participant-led carpool spreadsheet closer to the retreat so you can coordinate rides with others if you’d like.
For travel guidance, please see this page.
Zephyr Point is located on Lake Tahoe, approximately 200 miles from San Francisco.
The drive from San Francisco takes ~3-4 hours

Closest airports and drive times are:

Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) - 50 miles (~1 hour drive)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) - 120 miles (2.5 hours drive)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 200 miles (~3-4 hours drive)

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Venue and accommodation

For over 100 years, Zephyr Point has had a mission to cultivate spiritual growth, recreation, and learning in an environment of natural beauty, hospitality, and peace.
Every room is designed to offer a peaceful sanctuary for rest and reflection, along with modern conveniences so you can focus on inner exploration.
Accommodations range from hotel-style rooms to private standalone cabins. While many options offer a fully private room, shared hotel-style rooms are also available; bed configurations vary by room type.

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Weather

In April, you can expect to see the landscape offers a unique blend of winter's snow-dusted mountains and emerging spring, with snow still present.
Average daytime highs during this time typically range from 50°F to 58°F (10°C to 14°C), while nights cool to average lows of around 20°F to 30°F (-6°C to -1°C). All rooms and common spaces feature heating to ensure the nights are comfortable.
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🧭 Logistics

Check-In: Thursday, April 2nd

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Please do not arrive earlier, as the venue does not have capacity to accommodate earlier arrivals. The opening session will begin shortly after. Please be on time and arrive at the venue by 4:00 PM at the very latest.

Check-Out: Thursday, April 9th

Please check out by 10:00 AM. All group activities will be finished before then.

Note: These times are subject to change. We’ll confirm final details closer to the retreat.

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Room types & Booking

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Prices are listed per person and include accommodation, access to Zephyr Point’s stunning grounds, all meals, and a full retreat program.

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Zephyr Point rooms

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For any questions or additional information not covered in our [blog](https://www.jhourney.io/blog?) or [FAQ](https://www.jhourney.io/faqs?), please contact us at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]?subject=General%20questions)

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