15 Best Yoga & Hiking Retreats in the United States
Are you looking for the best yoga and hiking retreats in the United States? Here are 15 Incredible US yoga and Hiking retreats you’re going to love!
Everyone needs a reset from the grind of daily life. With the demands of your job, commute, family, and other relationships, life is stressful.
Sometimes, you just need to prioritize taking care of yourself.
A yoga and hiking retreat is the perfect way to manage stress, reset your mind, and unwind from the pressures you face on a daily basis.
If you’re based in the United States, booking a yoga and hiking retreat in the US instead of an international yoga and hiking retreat is a great option. You’ll:
- have shorter travel times, so you can spend more of your precious vacation time at the retreat instead of traveling there.
- be able to explore beautiful places—perhaps a desert or mountain location?
- improve your physical and mental health.
- satisfy your need to travel.
- escape your daily routine.
A yoga and hiking retreat is the perfect way to reset your mind and body on your next vacation.
Whether you explore a new region of the United States or return to a favorite spot that always feels like home, you’ll have a hard time choosing between these incredible US yoga and hiking retreats.
These 15 amazing hiking and yoga retreats around the United States are just what you need to connect with and care for yourself.
15 Best Yoga and Hiking Retreats: USA
1. 5-Day Canyonlands, Moab & Arches Yoga & Hiking Retreat
⭐️ RATING: 5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Moab, Utah | ✅ Book it!
This epic yoga retreat takes place in the middle of one of the most gorgeous landscapes in the United States. This five-day yoga retreat in Moab, between Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, will be unforgettable.
You’ll hike to Delicate Arch and along Devil’s Garden Trail in Arches National Park. In Canyonlands National Park, you’ll hike to Islands in the Sky.
Guests can also mountain bike across Canyonlands to see the Colorado River canyon.
Yoga practice will take place on the banks of the Colorado River and in a yoga space. Yoga instruction is for all skill levels.
Delicious, healthy, organic meals will be served.
A focus of this yoga retreat is to help women cultivate empowerment and manifest their dreams.
“There really are too many amazing things to list but the combination of local guides, Gabriella and Jorge made navigating the sites extra special. Since Colleen has run this trip more than 20 times over the past 30 years she has very special relationships with Spiritual leaders, artists, weavers, restaurants and hotels. We had phenomenal food, guides and yoga.” -Jill A. (Read more reviews)
2. 4-Day Yoga and Hiking Retreat in the Great Smokey Mountains
⭐️ RATING: 5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Maryville, Tennessee | ✅ Book it!
Escape to the mountains for this four-day yoga and hiking retreat in East Tennessee.
Enjoy a weekend of morning yoga lessons, afternoon hikes in the Great Smokey Mountains, and evening workshops on mindfulness and creativity.
Accommodations are private or shared yurts, fully furnished with electricity. Bathrooms are centrally located.
Vegetarian food, made from fresh, local ingredients, will be provided.
Guests can also choose to visit the Great Smokey Mountains National Park nature education center, rent bikes, or book a massage.
“Everything about this retreat was amazing from the yoga, massages, workshops and the food. Jessica really connects with each woman and provides the most positive experience one can have. I highly recommend it!” -Tara A. (Read more reviews)
3. 3-Day Backpacking & Hiking Holiday with Yoga in Yosemite National Park
⭐️ RATING: 5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Sierra Nevada, California | ✅ Book it!
Combine the thrill of hiking the famous Yosemite peaks with the relaxation of daily yoga in this three-day hiking and yoga adventure through Yosemite High Country.
You’ll enjoy two nights of backcountry camping in a secluded area. Accommodation is in tents in campgrounds. Backpacking and camping gear is included.
Your hikes will take you to May Lake, where you’ll camp. On the second day, you’ll hike to Mount Hoffman, where you’ll absorb incredible views .
After all the hiking, you’ll love the restorative daily yoga sessions.
Guests will enjoy plentiful and delicious meals and snacks.
“The guides were very knowledgeable of the surrounding area. They showed us all the best views while hiking and the best spot to watch the sunset. The yoga was incredible. To be out in nature and doing yoga like that was a once in lifetime experience. And I was very impressed with the food. It was delicious.” -Erica S. (Read more reviews)
4. 8-Day Nature Healing, Meditation, and Yoga Retreat
⭐️ RATING: 5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Island Falls, Maine | ✅ Book it!
Prepare for a transformational eight-day soulful yoga health retreat in Island Falls, Maine.
This personalized retreat features a variety of types of yoga, including restorative-Hatha yoga, Vinyasa-Ashtanga yoga, and Kundalini yoga.
There are many options for hiking in Baxter State Park and National Monument Katahdin Woods and Waters. You can opt to canoe or kayak at nearby lakes.
Guests can also read, journal, or have a massage.
Accommodation is in a renovated historic home furnished with antiques. The delicious, healthy meals are vegetarian and mostly organic.
Retreats at Sewall House are known for being intimate and personalized, and perfect for people going through changes in their lives. If you’re looking for a transformative experience, consider this retreat.
“I had the best time. I’ve never done a retreat like this before and so happy I did. Staff as amazing, food was yummy and most of all I took away an amazing experience. I would love to come back!!” -Mercredi C. (Read more reviews)
5. 7-Day Transformational Yoga Holiday in Utah
⭐️ RATING: 5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Park City, Utah | ✅ Book it!
This seven-day wellness retreat in Park City, Utah, will help you transform your physical and and spiritual health through a holistic approach to physical activity and self discovery.
Each day, you’ll participate in four different types of yoga classes. Some yoga classes will be in the infrared-heated yoga studio. Aerial yoga is available!
There will also be meditation sessions, walks and hikes in nature, and other activities with small groups of participants. You can also enjoy a jacuzzi, sauna, and fitness area.
Depending on the season, guests can also go paddle-boarding, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, or kayaking.
The nutritious meals are plant-based and anti-inflammatory. You may participate in intermittent fasting.
“I loved everything about Red House Wellness. The team is so welcoming and authentically interested in each participant’s growth. The plant-based food was an education for both my pallet and my digestive system as well an invitation to learn new recipes and healthier ways of eating. The yoga was challenging even for this 20-year practitioner. I particularly enjoyed the aerial yoga and felt so supported as I experimented with this novel form. Other experiences included a tingling crystal bowl sound bath and a visit with rescued wild mustangs. I highly recommend Red House Wellness.” -Janet P. (Read more reviews)
6. 4-Day Renewal Hiking and Yoga Retreat in the mountains of North Carolina
⭐️ RATING: 5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Hendersonville, North Carolina | ✅ Book it!
Connect with the natural world on this four-day hiking and yoga retreat in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina.
Each day will start with breath-centered yoga classes that combine Vinyasa and Hatha yoga principles and end with Savasana.
Evening classes will combine mindfulness practices with restorative yoga, Yin yoga poses, and a yoga Nidra meditation.
The retreat includes two group hikes, both with exceptional views. You’ll also have plenty of time to relax in the hot tub, read a book, or enjoy the view from the porch.
Located near Asheville, NC, this 75-acre property has plenty of green space and forest to spread out. Accommodations will be in two cabins, and classes will take place in the open-air pavilion.
“Bear Wallow was well worth the drive to get there. The houses and yoga area were well maintained and beautifully landscaped. Argentina was a good hostess who provided everything we could have needed. Her classes were spot on related to activities we did (like hiking). She gave good cues for poses, but also incorporated the other important aspects of yoga, (meditation and breath work).” -Cynthia T. (Read more reviews)
7. 5-Day Catalina Island Hiking and Yoga Tour
⭐️ RATING: 4.95/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Los Angeles, California | ✅ Book it!
Get ready to be challenged and inspired on this five-day yoga and hiking tour across Catalina Island!
You’ll participate in a 45-mile, four-day hike across the island. You’ll be amazed each day by the island’s natural beauty!
Each day will include morning warm-ups, yoga and meditation classes, and a hike (7 to 13 miles per day).
For accommodations, you’ll bring your own tent and camp near gorgeous beaches. Your gear will be transported for you, so you’ll just carry a daypack on your daily hike.
Vegetarian meals and snacks are provided. Note that this tour is alcohol free.
“Loved the combination of Yoga and hiking. The team is great and the retreat offers lots of opportunities to learn and relax in a secluded location. It lets you focus on yourself!” -Nicole W. (Read more reviews)
8. 5-Day Luxury Yoga & Hiking Retreat in Sedona, Arizona
⭐️ RATING: 4.85/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Sedona, Arizona | ✅ Book it!
You are going to love this heart-centered, empowering yoga and hiking 5-day retreat in Sedona, Arizona!
Each day, you’ll practice yoga in the peaceful sanctuary of Sedona’s famous Red Rocks (and learn why so many people think Sedona is the best place for spiritual connection).
Experience mindful guided hikes through the Red Rocks. Hikes will be three to four miles, and you’ll do yoga along the way.
Let experts guide your breath work, meditation, and sound-healing in this beautiful natural space.
All skill levels are welcome. Expect to meet new friends and enjoy the support of your peers during your journey.
Accommodations are at a four-star resort, where you’ll have ample time for and access to multiple pools, a sauna and steam room, jacuzzis, and a full-service spa.
“Wonderful retreat in beautiful Sedona. Ethan and Minyan were excellent instructors and helped made it an enjoyable experience. Good blend of hiking, yoga, and free time. Hotel accommodations were great. This was my first solo trip and I am so glad I did it, would definitely do again!” -Gina C. (Read more reviews)
9. 3-Day Yoga, Hiking, and Breathwork retreat in Saratoga Springs
⭐️ RATING: 4.85/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Saratoga Springs, New York | ✅ Book it!
Surround yourself with historic charm and modern luxury at this three day yoga and hiking retreat in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Each day, you’ll practice Hatha yoga and pranayama techniques. Intention setting and intentional journaling will complement your practice.
You’ll venture into Saratoga State Park for hiking, forest bathing, and meditation.
Accommodations are in a beautiful Victorian mansion renovated to be a luxurious B and B, with lush gardens and a private pool.
You can add optional spa treatments at the nearby Roosevelt Baths and Spa, with natural healing waters.
“Lance and Amber were such warm and welcoming hosts; I felt like I already knew them and we were seeing each other again like long lost friends. They are two of the most thoughtful and present people in this universe. Lance took us on a beautiful hike to a peaceful field by a stream for morning yoga and meditation. The state park in Saratoga Springs was the perfect location for and Later that evening his beautiful wife, Amber led us through a powerful yoga and breathing practice that will stay with me forever. I learned so much from her – from both of them — about how to take care of myself.” -Hoa M. (Read more reviews)
10. 5-Day Yellowstone National Park Hiking & Yoga Retreat
⭐️ RATING: 4.7/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Yellowstone National Park | ✅ Book it!
Sign up right away for this amazing opportunity to explore Yellowstone National Park through guided hikes and yoga on this five-day retreat.
Guests have the option of twice-daily yoga classes, in the mornings and evenings.
Each day, you’ll enjoy a guided hike through spectacular, other-worldly landscapes. You’ll see Old Faithful, Upper Geyser Basin, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Mammoth Hot Springs, and so much more!
Accommodations are just outside of Yellowstone National Park. All transportation is included, from round-trip transportation to Salt Lake City, and daily entrance into Yellowstone.
“The yoga to start and end the day set me up physically for hiking every day. The spiritual reset from the yoga, the hiking and the caring staff and fantastic food. This was my first retreat and first yoga class. Every thing was first class awesome.” -Karen J. (Read more reviews)
11. 3-Day Art of Living Yoga & Meditation Happiness Retreat
⭐️ RATING: 4.5/5 Stars | 📍 LOCATION: Boone, North Carolina | ✅ Book it!
This three-day yoga and meditation retreat in Boone, North Carolina, is designed to help you focus on your happiness in the here and now.
You’ll practice Hatha yoga, taught in a joyful manner. Expect fun yoga classes that energize your mind, body, and spirit.
There are three different guided meditation classes. Be sure to walk the labyrinth to experience the centering experience of an inner journey.
You can hike two trails on the retreat property, or hike nearby trails. Either way, you’ll enjoy amazing views and fresh mountain air.
Accommodations are in a lovely hotel with beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains or the surrounding forest. The inventive, chef-prepared food is vegetarian and delicious.
You’ll have plenty of time to add on Ayurvedic spa treatments, cooking demonstrations, pottery classes, or other activities.
In nearby Boone, you can visit historic sites, go horseback riding, go whitewater rafting, kayak, or enjoy traditional music performances.
“This Happiness retreat was just what I needed without realizing it. Lovely grounds, inspiring views, friendly staff and volunteers, delicious and satisfying food. Excellent instruction. Pleasant and very diverse fellow participants. A small group size (7 students) that felt just right.” -Laurel R. (Read more reviews)
12. 9-Day Epic Hiking and Yoga Tour with Astronomy Night
📍 LOCATION: Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah | ✅ Book it!
This nine-day epic hiking and yoga adventure through Bryce Canyon National Park is perfect for adventurous yogis!
Explore the desert of southwestern Utah! On your daily hikes, you’ll experience slot canyons, arches, caves, and more!
From sunrise meditations beside canyons and morning yoga to stargazing at night, you’ll feel inspired and restored. Bryce Canyon is the perfect place to reconnect with nature and your inner self.
Another highlight of the trip is volunteering at the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Accommodation includes the historic Ruby’s Inn at Bryce Canyon, Parry Lodge in Kanab, and Zion Lodge in Zion National Park. Enjoy comfortable beds, warm hospitality, and plentiful, delicious meals.
This Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park retreat is the perfect escape if you want to explore beautiful remote areas, but not rough it.
13. 3-Day Outdoor Yoga and Nature Escape, Sonoma County
📍 LOCATION: Sonoma County, California | ✅ Book it!
Escape from the stress of daily life at this amazing weekend of yoga, hiking, and nature in beautiful Sonoma County.
Over the three-day event, nature lovers will enjoy multiple hikes with yoga, as you surround yourself with awe-inspiring redwoods and oak trees.
You’ll experience several meditation sessions, a star party, a campfire, and other outdoor activities.
Accommodation options include:
- bring your own tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping mat
- rent a tent, bring your bedding
- glamp, bedding included
Meals are made from local organic foods and will be gluten free.
14. 6-Day Sequoia and Kings Canyon Yoga and Hiking Adventure
📍 LOCATION: Dunlap, California | ✅ Book it!
Explore beautiful ancient forests and deep river canyons on this spectacular six-day yoga and hiking retreat!
You’ll begin each day with morning meditations and yoga, against a backdrop of gorgeous mountain sunrises.
On your daily hikes, you’ll experience huge sequoia trees, powerful waterfalls, birdsong, and peace.
This yoga and hiking retreat will leave you feeling peaceful and present, awed by the scale and power of the natural world that surrounds you.
Accommodation is in cabins at the Sequoia Highland Camp, with sunrise and sunset views.
15. 6-Day Reclaim Your Wild Backcountry Hiking, Yoga, Bodywork Retreat
📍 LOCATION: Pinecrest, California | ✅ Book it!
Reclaim your wild nature during this six-day adventurous yoga, hiking, and meditation retreat in the California mountains.
This is a backpacking retreat through remote areas. Participants will carry their own backpacks, between 30-40 pounds, and expect to hike 6 -10 miles per day over uneven terrain.
Each day will include yoga, eco-therapy, bodywork, swimming, additional hikes, and more.
Be ready for a digital detox and personal growth!
Accommodation is in tents. You can bring your own or rent one for the trip.
Food is not included. Participants will be given instructions on packing a backcountry meal kit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yoga Retreats
What is included in The price of each retreat?
For more details on the price of each retreat and what each retreat package includes, click the “Check Prices and Availability” link with each listing.
Some retreats provide pretty much everything you need, other than your personal items. Others have optional services or goods that you can buy or rent for an extra cost.
If you’ll be flying to a yoga retreat, you might prefer to rent a yoga mat or a tent, instead of carrying your own.
When are the dates of each retreat?
For more details on retreat dates, click on the “Check Prices and Availability” link with each listing.
Some retreats are available at any time, and others are only offered during certain weeks of the year.
Will I have an experienced yoga teacher?
Each retreat featured here is taught by one or more yoga teachers with many years of experience.
Read each full retreat description to learn more about the training of each yoga retreat’s instructors.
What’s the food like?
Daily meals vary at each retreat. Most feature plant-based meals, but some also offer meat. Many source their food from local organic farms when possible.
Most yoga retreats can accommodate any dietary restrictions, but you’ll need to let your host know in advance.
Many of the retreats on this list provide all meals and snacks. Others encourage guests to dine in the local town for one meal a day, pack a lunch, or bring their own snacks. Only one retreat on this list doesn’t provide meals.
Ask your host any questions you might have about meals before booking your yoga retreat.
Final Thoughts: Best Yoga Retreats with Hiking in the USA
Ready to pack up and try one of these top yoga retreats?
Personally, I can’t wait to escape the daily grind by heading to a beautiful location in the United States for several days of yoga and hiking!
Participating in one of these most popular yoga retreats is a wonderful way to focus on your health and wellbeing.
Whether you prefer one of the luxury yoga retreats or a backcountry camping yoga retreat, there’s a perfect retreat for you on this list!
I hope you have a wonderful time on your next yoga and hiking retreat! You deserve it!
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