Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp and Retreat Center

Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp and Retreat Center Rooted in Christ, we welcome all to encounter God's love through sacred hospitality, deepening relati Our food service is top-notch and meets all dietary needs.

Mar-Lu-Ridge is a year-round outdoor ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America situated in the beautiful Catoctin Mountains of central Maryland. We serve through our summer camp, year-round retreat and conference center, and programs offered throughout the year. We offer lodging in cabins, a Lodge, and our beautifully renovated Ridge Inn. All are Welcome! We are committed to providing

a safe and inclusive environment which reflects the lessons Jesus taught us: to love one another, even as I have loved you. (John 13:34)

We are located in scenic Frederick County, Maryland. An hour from Baltimore and Washington, DC.

😎 Camp has officially begun! 📣Yesterday, we welcomed our first campers of the summer! This is just the start of the man...
06/15/2026

😎 Camp has officially begun! 📣
Yesterday, we welcomed our first campers of the summer! This is just the start of the many friendships formed, songs sung, and memories made this summer! 🔆

Families, check your email for information on where to view all photos from the week!

06/12/2026

Camp IS sunshine, rainbows, and more! ☀️🌈

Staff training has been a blast and we have learned so much, but we are super excited for campers to arrive soon!

We’ve had some awesome improvements to our challenge courses. Eagle Scout candidate Tyler planned and constructed new, s...
06/09/2026

We’ve had some awesome improvements to our challenge courses. Eagle Scout candidate Tyler planned and constructed new, safer stairs to the rock climbing area, with help from his troop, friends and family.

And friend-of-camp Jody rebuilt elements of the low ropes course that had significant wear and tear.

Thanks for making camp a safer place as we prepare for summer Tyler and Jody!


A wonderful evening to start our summer! Thank you to everyone who joined us for food and fellowship, and for worship to...
06/08/2026

A wonderful evening to start our summer! Thank you to everyone who joined us for food and fellowship, and for worship to commission the 2026 Summer Staff to their service this year!

Community Dinner tonight! See you there!
06/07/2026

Community Dinner tonight! See you there!

DE MD Synod Assembly! We are grateful for your support and partnership as we journey together in ministry. Happy to see...
06/05/2026

DE MD Synod Assembly! We are grateful for your support and partnership as we journey together in ministry. Happy to see many camp friends and hear many camp stories while sharing many camp cookies. 🍪

A beautiful staff training sunset 🌅 Can you tell where in camp this photo was taken?!
06/05/2026

A beautiful staff training sunset 🌅

Can you tell where in camp this photo was taken?!

💜 Above all Else, Put on LoveDuring Bible Study on day 5, campers will look at how it all comes together as love with th...
06/03/2026

💜 Above all Else, Put on Love

During Bible Study on day 5, campers will look at how it all comes together as love with the guidance of Paul. It is important to look at our own lives and see how we can be more intentional about sharing the love of God through our kindness, humility, steadfastness, and forgiveness.

There are still spots for you to join us! Don’t forget to register today! Find the program that is right for you on our website www.mar-lu-ridge.org/summer-schedule/

Staff Training starts NOW! We’re so excited for this team and this summer!Obligatory car-full-of-training-supplies photo...
06/01/2026

Staff Training starts NOW! We’re so excited for this team and this summer!

Obligatory car-full-of-training-supplies photo and camp director selfie 📸 😅

How do we know it’s almost summer at MLR?By checking things off our to do list!To do:FUN-raiser for free store snacks ✅F...
05/29/2026

How do we know it’s almost summer at MLR?
By checking things off our to do list!

To do:
FUN-raiser for free store snacks ✅
Fill the swimming pool ✅
Ropes course facilitator training ✅

AND Summer Staff arrive on Sunday!
Can you tell we are excited?!

Address

3200 Mar Lu Ridge Road
Jefferson, MD
21755

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(301) 874-5544

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