The Refuge

Welcome to The Refuge
Olympic Mountain Retreat & Conference Center

The Refuge is a non-profit (501c(3) religious organization incorporated in the State of Washington, governed by a Board of Directors and staffed by volunteers. Gifts to The Refuge are tax-deductible. We are a Non-Denominational Evangelical Christian Faith Community committed to providing a place of refuge where ministry to individuals, couples, families and small groups can take place in a retreat setting of natural beauty, apart from the distractions of the secular world. Our focus is on the work of the Holy Spirit in conforming all of us to the image of Jesus Christ. We are unashamedly Christian, and we ask that the leadership of all groups who make use of our facilities affirm our Statement of Faith.

When you come to The Refuge you will experience the Peace of God in a quiet and restful atmosphere on 17 acres of forest land, with lodging in first-class (Main Lodge) to rustic (Cabins) accommodations and recreational opportunities both on-site and in the immediate area.

A place to connect with ...

God and his word, Yourself, Your family, Your Church, Others

Our Staff

Our Staff:

Since the passing of Jim Edgren in June 2025, Robbie Edgren comprises the entirety of the permanent volunteer staff at The Refuge, hosting various groups of guests coming for retreats, reunions and special events. Trained as a Christian Educator, Robbie brings her many years of teaching experience to this ministry. She also serves as hostess, housekeeper and gardener. The Refuge has been welcoming folks from all walks of life since 2006 when the first retreat for pastors and wives was held on site. Robbie is assisted by occasional part-time workers.

Board of Directors:

These are the people who have helped make The Refuge the success it is today. With a project of this magnitude, there are always challenges that require special skills and experience to accomplish the mission. We are blessed to have such a wonderful and faithful group of people to carry out God's purposes.

Our Policies

Because we are not a secular or commercial venue, we do ask that groups or organizations read and affirm our core beliefs before securing reservations at The Refuge.

Our Statement of Faith

• We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God.
• We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son & Holy Spirit.
• We believe in the deity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.
• We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential.
• We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
• We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
• We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.
• We believe that marriage is the uniting of one man and one woman in a covenant commitment for a lifetime.
• The Ultimate Goal of The Refuge is to Glorify God. in all that we do and say. To God be the Gloryi ... Gloria Dei

Drug-Free Zone

The Refuge offers a drug & alcohol-free environment. There is no smoking allowed anywhere on the premises (property). We ask our guests to observe and adhere to this policy.

No Pets

Guest Deposit/Minimum-stay

A $100 damage deposit (refundable) is required in advance to secure a reservation of the main lodge. Rustic cabins are available at $25 per night, payable in advance. All facilities require a 2-night minimum stay.

Directions

The Refuge is located on the Hood Canal side of the Olympic Peninsula, a little over 1 hour north of Olympia on Hwy 101. Ferries from Whidbey Island, Edmonds, and downtown Seattle provide shortcuts to the Peninsula making it convenient for guests coming from north Seattle suburbs and British Columbia. When approaching Brinnon on Hwy 101 watch for Milepost 310 located right at the Duckabush turnoff. The Refuge is just 2 1/4 miles up the road from 101. [flexiblemap address=”2275 Duckabush Rd Brinnon WA US”]