Established by Zen Master
Thich Nhat Hanh and practicing in the Plum Village Tradition
We openly and warmly welcome the diversity of your experience to this place of refuge and healing – wherever you come from, however you look or identify, whomever you love.
Help Build Our New Monks’ Residence!
.
Scholarships for Retreats
A limited number of scholarships are available through a grant we have received from the Hemera Foundation. To learn more and apply, visit the grant information page.
Featured EVENTS
- Playlist from the Buddha the Scientist Retreat
From September 26 to October 1 at Deer Park Monastery we gathered together as 500 practitioners in an extraordinary retreat and symposium. Together we merge … Read more - The US Tour at Blue Cliff Monastery (Photo Gallery)
Last month, the monastics of Magnolia Grove Monastery, Deer Park Monastery, and Blue Cliff Monastery gathered together in New York for two special retreats. The … Read more - The Science of Mindfulness
We’ve all heard that mindful breathing can reduce stress and positively affect our health and mental wellness. Sister Đẳng Nghiêm, a former physician, has reminded … Read more - Incredible Gift
by Anna Gerner Deer Park has had a transformative impact on my life, leading to growth, healing, and change. Despite initially feeling hopeless about my … Read more - The Redwood Sutra
Thus have I heard one time when the Venerable Mṛgāvataṃsakā was residing in the redwoods by the banks of the Smith River, California. After eating … Read more - An Earth Peace Treaty
This sheet offers a number of steps we can take to reduce the impact of our ecological footprint. Please look over this and, if you … Read more
Read More Articles
Thich Nhat Hanh Calligraphy & Art Auction
We are happy to announce that the Brushes of Enlightenment calligraphy & art auction to support Deer Park Monastery. This auction is being held to raise funds to build a […]
The Buddha the Scientist Retreat: Public Health & Collective Awakening
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, Escondido, CA, United StatesJoin us from Sept. 26 to Oct. 1 at Deer Park Monastery for an extraordinary retreat and symposium open to all, merging the timeless teachings of the Buddha with the […]
Hội vui
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, Escondido, CA, United StatesKhóa tu Tiếng Việt 2023 tại Tu Viện Lộc UyểnChủ đề:“Hội vui” Thư ngỏ Kính thưa quý đạo hữu khắp xa gần! “Thắp lên ngọn đèn mới Ngọn đèn sẵn […]
Stable · Joyful: 2023-2024 Rains Retreat
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, Escondido, CA, United StatesOur sangha of monastics and lay friends share with you the practice of the annual Rains Retreat at Deer Park for a 90 day period. Peacefully dwelling in the great […]
Rains Retreat Opening: A Day of Mindfulness
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, Escondido, CA, United StatesJoin us for this very special day of practice. We will participate in walking meditation, listen to a Dharma talk and then hold a special ceremony to open the annual […]
Holiday Retreat
Deer Park Monastery 2499 Melru Lane, Escondido, CA, United StatesDear Friends, It is late September and we have cooling weather and a fast-approaching retreat next week along with 140 monastics. We know many of you love and value the […]
