Guests
Guests
Adult Accommodations
Room Count: 113 rooms
Accessible Room Count: 7 rooms
Format: 2 queen beds
Room Count: 102 rooms
Accessible Room Count: 6
Format: 2 queen beds or 1 king bed
Room Count: 45 rooms
Accessible Room Count: 3 rooms
Format: 2 queen beds
Room Count: 104 rooms
Format: 1 double, 1 single bed
Mountain Laurel East is Ridgecrest’s newly renovated deluxe hotel with well-appointed, modern rooms and many complimentary amenities, including TVs in fellowship areas, a fitness room and high-speed wi-fi throughout. On-site classrooms, a board room, a state-of-the-art auditorium and spacious lobbies with comfortable sitting areas and a fireplace make this an ideal location for conferences, retreats and getaways.
Amenities: Mini fridge, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, coffee maker, complimentary toiletries in the room, and microwave available in the lobby.
Mountain Laurel West is located directly behind Johnson Spring with ample adjacent parking. Enjoy easy access via covered walkways to Johnson Spring, Pritchell Hall’s Registration Desk, the Dining Room, Switchback Game Room, Clouds Coffee Shop and the Nibble Nook. Mountain Laurel has it all.
Amenities: Mini fridge, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, coffee maker, complimentary toiletries in the room, and microwave available in the lobby.
Rhododendron is conveniently located in the same facility as several classrooms, an auditorium and the main Dining Room. A spacious lobby with comfortable sitting areas allows for fellowship, study and rest. Rhododendron is a great place to host your smaller event under one roof.
Amenities: Mini fridge, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, coffee maker, complimentary toiletries in the room, and microwave available on the second floor.
Pritchell Hall is Ridgecrest’s most centrally-located guest facility, lending maximum convenience to adjacent Spilman Auditorium and the Dining Room. A large fellowship balcony provides a comfortable place to come, sit back and relax or study, perhaps even watch a favorite TV show. And of course, free high-speed wi-fi is available throughout. Pritchell’s rooms are simple, clean and comfortable, perfect for the budget conscious. Everything you need is right here.
Youth/Family Accommodations
Room Count: 64 rooms
Bed Count: 752 beds
Format: Bunk beds
Maple Room Count: 32
Format: Bunk beds
Bed Count: 192
Walnut Room Count: 48
Format: 1 queen bed with 2 sets of bunk beds
Room Count: 40 rooms
Bed Count: 228 beds
Format: Bunk beds
Royal Gorge is part of Ridgecrest’s youth housing facilities, located on the eastern side of campus. Along with Woodland and Maple, 64 guest rooms house over 1,000 youth and leaders, with each room housing ten to twelve guests. Private bathrooms are a plus, offering two lavatories, two showers and two sinks for each room. Royal Gorge is a short walk to the ARC and is within walking distance to Ridgecrest’s meeting spaces, dining areas, recreational facilities, several fire rings and Woodland Green.
Maple is located on the east side of campus, directly across from the ARC, near Woodland Green. Maple is within short walking distance to all of Ridgecrest’s meeting and dining facilities. WiFi is not available for youth housing.
Walnut guest rooms are part of Ridgecrest’s family housing. Our rooms come with a queen bed and two sets of bunk beds, making this facility perfect for families of six or less. Simple, clean and affordable — great for the entire family.
Walnut is located in the east part of campus adjacent to the ARC. It is within short walking distance to all of Ridgecrest’s meeting and dining facilities. Ample parking is available.
Woodland is part of Ridgecrest’s youth housing facility, located on the east side of campus. Along with Royal Gorge and Maple, there are private bathrooms. Woodland is adjacent to the ARC and is within walking distance to Ridgecrest’s meeting spaces, dining areas and recreational facilities, including Woodland Green. WiFi is not available for youth housing.
Retreats, Minister Getaways, and Individual Stays
Our minister getaways provide the rest and renewal you’ve been looking for individually or as an inexpensive vacation with your family. For those in full-time ministry, we offer an incredible room rate of $79.00* per night, per room, and all Minister Getaways now include access to our Pastor’s Study with over 300 books and commentaries. To book your stay, simply call our reservations desk at (800) 588.7222. We look forward to seeing you!
*This offer is based on room availability and does not apply to groups. The rate cannot be used to attend any scheduled conference or event and is subject to change.
Getting Here
Location
Ridgecrest is located 15 miles east of Asheville, North Carolina, on Interstate 40 at Exit 66. We are approximately 30 miles from the Asheville Regional Airport.
Physical Address
1 Ridgecrest Drive
Black Mountain, NC 28711
Distance From
- Atlanta, GA - 3.5 hours
- Birmingham, AL - 6 hours
- Charlotte, NC - 2 hours
- Cincinnati, OH - 6 hours
- Columbia, SC - 2.5 hours
- Jacksonville, FL - 7 hours
- Knoxville, TN - 2 hours
- Louisville, KY - 5.5 hours
- Memphis, TN - 8 hours
- New York, NY - 10.5 hours
- Orlando, FL - 10 hours
- Washington, DC - 7.5 hours
Airline Travel
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Asheville Regional Airport - 30 miles (30 minutes)
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Charlotte International Airport - 110 miles (2 hours)
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Greenville-Spartanburg Airport - 90 miles (1.5 hours)
Retail / Outlets
Experience Ridgecrest’s popular dining outlets to satisfy your sweet tooth, sip your favorite coffee drink, hang out with friends or find the perfect gift for someone at home. Clouds Coffee Shop, and Nibble Nook are located in the center of campus, they are near Pritchell, Dogwood, Johnson Spring and the main Dining Room.
NIBBLE NOOK
Nibble Nook is a staple at Ridgecrest. Choose from over 15 flavors of ice cream, which are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. You can also find a variety of snacks and meal options, including hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, pizza, popcorn, drinks, chips, crackers and candy.
Open summers only, click HERE for hours.
CLOUDS COFFEE SHOP
Stop by Clouds Coffee Shop where specialty coffees, teas, fresh lattes, frozen frappes and smoothies are prepared just for you. Whether you’re looking for a place to sit back and relax with a good book or to fellowship with friends, Clouds is a great place to take a break from the day’s activities.
Open year-round, click HERE for hours.
Dining
Ridgecrest’s Dining Room offers three nutritious buffet-style meals daily.* Our chefs select carefully planned menus prepared with high quality brands. The Dining Room was designed with efficiency in mind, and includes eight serving lines to accommodate large groups quickly. With seating capacity for over 1,000 people, 5’ round tables and 8’ rectangular tables provide guests with a comfortable setting for fellowship and conversation. The Dining Room is centrally located within Rhododendron, ensuring guests a short walk from virtually every lodging venue.
Sample Menus
Breakfast
Belgian Waffles
Scrambled Eggs
Sausage Links
Fried Potatoes
Berry Compote
Grits/Oatmeal
Assorted Fruit/Yogurt
Lunch
Chicken Sandwiches
Pasta Bake
Kettle Chips
Roasted Mixed Vegetables
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Fresh Baked Cookies
Dinner
Tuscan Pork Loin
Grilled Chicken Bruschetta
Roasted Potatoes
Butternut Squash Florentine
Roasted Vegetables
Dinner Rolls
Seasonal Fruit Crisp
*Menus are subject to change without notice.
Operating Hours**
Breakfast: 7:15 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
Lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Dinner: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
**During the year, dining hours vary based on number of guests on campus.
Meal Prices (per meal*)
Breakfast
Includes a variety of hot and cold choices and beverages.
$11.00 per person
$8.00 for children 6–11
Children 5 and under are free with a paid parent, per day.
Lunch
Includes two light entrees and a selection of vegetables, salads, desserts and beverages.
$14.00 per person
$8.00 for children 6–11
Children 5 and under are free with a paid parent, per day.
Dinner
Includes two dinner entrees and a selection of vegetables, salads, desserts and beverages.
$17.00 per person
$8.00 for children 6–11
Children 5 and under are free with a paid parent, per day.
*Meal rates listed are for 2023 and subject to change without notice.
Food Allergies/Special Dietary Needs
Ridgecrest offers enhanced menus with items suited for those with special dietary needs. Look for the unique symbol referencing gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian in the Dining Room serving lines. A symbol is placed on the label beside each item to indicate those classifications. For those with severe allergies, please call us at (828) 669.8022 and talk to our chef. We will strive to meet your personal needs.
Dining Room Policies
Meal plans are fixed two weeks before the start of your event. Guests who haven’t selected a meal plan at the time of booking will have the option to purchase meals at our a-la-carte rates, based on availability, when they arrive. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for missed meals.
Recreation
RECREATION AREA
Many of Ridgecrest’s recreational activities are available to our guests at no additional charge. Equipment is available complimentary for guests to check out at either the main Rec Shack (near the recreation fields) or at the registration desk in Pritchell. Guests will only be charged if the equipment is damaged or not returned, replacement value only. Hours of operation for the Rec Shack vary by season and campus occupancy.
Complimentary recreational options include:
- Softball
- Basketball (gymnasium)
- Tennis
- Volleyball (gymnasium or outdoor sand)
- Fishing (bring own gear)
- Disc Golf
For a modest fee, we offer:
- Miniature Golf ($4 per guest)
- Wii Rental ($75 per day)
- Fire Ring ($75 per use, reserved through Event Coordination)
ADVENTURE RECREATION
High Adventure & Teambuilding at Ridgecrest (summer only)
Adventure recreation includes a climbing tower, a high ropes course and laser tag among the thick foliage and trees.
(Pricing:
High Ropes Course- $35/person
Climbing Tower/Zipline- $20/person
Laser Tag- $18/person
Minimum # of people: 10
Maximum # of people in group: 25)
Each outdoor experience is facilitated by trained leaders of Ridgecrest’s Adventure Recreation Staff. This is a perfect opportunity for youth and adult groups to build memorable and rewarding times into their camp program. It’s also a great way to have some fun and fellowship!
Advanced reservations are required a minimum of two weeks prior to your event. All recreation activities are first-requested, first-served.
Call our Rec Staff to learn the details of these exciting opportunities at (828) 669.4844 or submit a recreation form request below.
Release Form Requirements
You must be at least 10 years old to participate. Youth 17 years and younger require a form signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to participating in Adventure Recreation activities.
Please print and fill out the Ridgecrest Waiver Form below in order to participate.
Scott Darnell
Recreation Coordinator
(828) 669.4844
Scott.Darnell@ridgecrestnc.com
HIKING
Hike the Blue Ridge Mountains right outside your door. Choose from five different hikes among white oaks and red maples, with mountain laurel that grows so thick in places, it creates a lush umbrella over the entire pathway. Trails range from easy to moderately difficult, but each affords spectacular views from scenic vantage points.
The Ridgecrest Trail System is located on private property. All guests must register at the Main Entrance and agree to all rules and regulations when hiking on Ridgecrest Conference Center’s property.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
- Biltmore Estate – For Discounted Tickets click here and enter promo code: ridgecrest20
- The Asheville Tourists Minor League Baseball
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Cherokee Indian Reservation
- Chimney Rock Park
- Grandfather Mountain
- Great Smokey Mountains Railroad
- Linville Caverns
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- Pisgah National Forest
- Waldensian Trail of Faith
RECREATION AREA
Many of Ridgecrest’s recreational activities are available to our guests at no additional charge. Equipment is available complimentary for guests to check out at either the main Rec Shack (near the recreation fields) or at the registration desk in Pritchell. Guests will only be charged if the equipment is damaged or not returned, replacement value only. Hours of operation for the Rec Shack vary by season and campus occupancy.
Complimentary recreational options include:
- Softball
- Basketball (gymnasium)
- Tennis
- Volleyball (gymnasium or outdoor sand)
- Fishing (bring own gear)
- Disc Golf
For a modest fee, we offer:
- Miniature Golf ($4 per guest)
- Wii Rental ($75 per day)
- Fire Ring ($75 per use, reserved through Event Coordination)
ADVENTURE RECREATION
High Adventure & Teambuilding at Ridgecrest
Adventure recreation includes team-building exercises, a climbing tower, a high ropes course and laser tag among the thick foliage and trees.
Each outdoor experience is facilitated by trained leaders of Ridgecrest’s Adventure Recreation Staff. This is a perfect opportunity for youth and adult groups to build memorable and rewarding times into their camp program. It’s also a great way to have some fun and fellowship!
Advanced reservations are required a minimum of two weeks prior to your event. All recreation activities are first-requested, first-served.
Call our Rec Staff to learn the details of these exciting opportunities at (828) 669.4844 or submit a recreation form request below.
Release Form Requirements
You must be at least 10 years old to participate. Youth 17 years and younger require a notarized release form signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to participating in Adventure Recreation activities.
Please print and fill out the Ridgecrest Waiver Form below in order to participate.
Scott Darnell
Recreation Coordinator
(828) 669.4844
Scott.Darnell@ridgecrestnc.com
HIKING
Hike the Blue Ridge Mountains right outside your door. Choose from five different hikes among white oaks and red maples, with mountain laurel that grows so thick in places, it creates a lush umbrella over the entire pathway. Trails range from easy to moderately difficult, but each affords spectacular views from scenic vantage points.
The Ridgecrest Trail System is located on private property. All guests must register at the Main Entrance and agree to all rules and regulations when hiking on Ridgecrest Conference Center’s property.
AREA ATTRACTIONS
- Biltmore Estate – For Discounted Tickets click here and enter promo code: ridgecrest20
- The Asheville Tourists Minor League Baseball
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Cherokee Indian Reservation
- Chimney Rock Park
- Grandfather Mountain
- Great Smokey Mountains Railroad
- Linville Caverns
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- Pisgah National Forest
- Waldensian Trail of Faith
Book Your Stay!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
CHECK-OUT
Our check-out time is no later than 10:00 a.m. the day you are leaving. Ridgecrest does not offer complimentary late check-out. If your balance is paid in full, you may leave the keys in your room.
LAUNDRY
Do you have laundry facilities on-site?
No, Ridgecrest does not have a guest laundry facility, however, there is a 24-hour coin laundry facility in Black Mountain (4 miles). For more information, please contact Black Mountain Coin Laundry at (828) 664.9267.
POLICIES & GUIDELINES
Click here for our policies and guidelines for visiting Ridgecrest Conference Center.
RIDGECREST FOUNDATION
What is the Ridgecrest Foundation?
The Ridgecrest Foundation is a collection of faithful individuals personally connected with Ridgecrest, thankful for this opportunity to continue to be its advocates and committed to proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Find out more information on the Ridgecrest Foundation here. Read a letter from the Ridgecrest Foundation here.
TECHNOLOGY
Do you have WI-FI?
Yes, complimentary high speed wi-fi is available throughout campus with the exception of youth housing.
TRANSPORTATION
Do you have free parking?
Yes, there is ample free parking available.
Do you have a shuttle?
No, Ridgecrest does not provide shuttle services or an airport shuttle. For more information about airport shuttles, visit our “Getting Here” section.
P.O. Box 128
Ridgecrest, NC 28770
email@ridgecrestconferencecenter.com
(828) 669.8022
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