The Buyout Experience

A private campus rental is simple: your group takes over our teepee sites and shared outdoor spaces, giving you room to spread out while still feeling connected. Days are made for river time, trail walks, games, and activities. Nights are made for campfires, stories, s’mores, and the kind of laughter you remember years later.

Each teepee site is set up for real camping comfort—firepit gathering space, rustic seating, and a practical outdoor setup that works great for groups.

A Natural Fit For These Groups

Youth Groups & Outdoor Organizations

Perfect for youth ministries, school groups, leadership teams, and outdoor clubs that want a true “camp” feel without the chaos of a public campground. The property encourages togetherness, movement, and healthy tired kids at the end of the day.

Scouts (Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, American Heritage Girls, and more)

If your troop wants an experience that feels like a proper outing—camp skills, patrol cooking, campfire program, river time, and a safe place to gather—this is it. A private campus rental also makes it easier on leaders: one location, one group, one plan.

Church Groups & Ministry Retreats

This place naturally slows people down. It’s ideal for men’s and women’s retreats, youth retreats, leadership weekends, worship nights by the fire, and time away to reconnect as a church family.

Family Reunions & Milestone Gatherings

Give everyone their own space to sleep, then come together in the evening for shared meals and campfire time. Kids roam, adults relax, and nobody has to “host” in their living room.

Corporate Retreats & Team Offsites

Trade the conference room for fresh air. A buyout is a great setting for team bonding, leadership development, and a reset that feels earned. It’s casual, memorable, and surprisingly effective for building real connection.

Wedding Weekends & Wedding Parties

If you’re looking for a place where your wedding party (and close family) can stay together for two nights—welcome fire, relaxed mornings, and a little celebration space—this is a unique option. Tell us what you’re envisioning and we’ll help you think it through.

Spiritual Retreats

Some groups come here for stillness: prayer, reflection, journaling, and quiet conversation. The river and the pines do a lot of the work.

What You Can Do On-Site (and Nearby)

On the property, groups love simple activities that don’t require a packed itinerary: hikes, river time, lawn games, campfire gatherings, and stargazing. If you want to add a little adventure, ask us about group-friendly options like canoeing and other activities that pair well with a weekend schedule.

And when you want to explore beyond camp, Garden Valley is surrounded by the kind of Idaho recreation people drive hours for—hot springs, hiking, rafting, golf, and more.

How Group Rentals Work

Start by telling us:

1. your group type (Scout troop, church retreat, reunion, corporate team, etc.),
2. your estimated headcount,
3. the dates you’re considering, and
4. whether your plan is “everyone staying on-site” or “daytime event + overnight guests.”

From there, we’ll confirm what’s available, talk through logistics, and provide a clear quote for a private campus buyout.

For further information or to reserve your booking:
James — (208) 462-0064
james@teepeesbytheriver.com

Helpful Notes for Group Leaders

Each teepee has a maximum occupancy, and groups are responsible for bringing personal sleeping gear (sleeping bags, pillows, pads, etc.). To protect the property and keep things safe for everyone, please plan on using designated firepits only, purchasing firewood on-site, and following our standard camp rules (quiet hours, parking, food storage, and the like).

If you have special needs—limited mobility, a tight schedule, vendor coordination, or day visitors—just tell us early. Most group trips go smoothly when we match the plan to the right setup.