This 400-acre sanctuary rests peacefully in the chaparral mountains of southern California, surrounded and protected by oaks and the natural landscape.
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The monastery is slowly reopening to visitors. This makes us happy and brings joy. Always check the calendar below for when we might offer in-person events. We are not open for drop-in visitors. When we do have visitors, everyone must be fully vaccinated and be able provide proof of vaccination.
North American Order of Interbeing Retreat
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, EscondidoCultivating True Love in the Presence of Suffering Blue Cliff Monastery, Deer Park Monastery, and Magnolia Grove Monastery are hosting an online retreat for Order of Interbeing members and formal […]
Seasonal Retreat (1 or 2 weeks)
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, EscondidoSeasonal retreats at Deer Park Monastery are available during many months of the year. Guests register to practice mindfulness with the community while following the daily schedule of the monastery. […]
Summer Retreat 2021
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, EscondidoThe Summer Retreat at Deer Park Monastery marks the first time we open the valley in the hidden mountain to welcome the larger lay community since the beginning of the […]
Offerings from the Monastery
Lazy Days in Sedona with Deer Park
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Southwestern Speckled Rattlesnake Lying in Wait
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Mind and Objects of Mind Manifest At the Same Time
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Vesak 2021: Celebrating the Buddha’s Birthday
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Joyfully on the Noble Path
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The Buddha Statue Reminds Us to be Compassionate
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