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15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166

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Pricing

Rent Waskowitz Outdoor Education Center

A Place to Connect, Learn, and Explore

Thank you for considering Waskowitz for your next outdoor adventure, retreat, or special event!

Located just 30 miles east of Seattle — tucked into the heart of the Cascade Mountains and alongside the beautiful South Fork of the Snoqualmie River — Waskowitz offers a one-of-a-kind setting for groups looking to unplug, connect, and experience the outdoors together.

Our historic campus, originally built as a CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) camp, sits on over 300 acres of forested trails and open space. With cozy cabins that can sleep up to 150 guests, outdoor shelters, a fully finished barn, and a seasonal pool, Waskowitz provides the perfect backdrop for building community and creating memories.

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When Can You Rent?

Waskowitz is a working Outdoor Education Center. We host 4th and 5th grade programs during the school year. We are available for retreats, overnights, and day-use rentals by appointment only. Rentals are available:

  • Weekends (September–June)
  • Weekdays & longer stays (June–August)

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Rental Details

What's Included:

  • 300+ acres of forest & hiking trails
  • Dining Hall & meal service options
  • Cozy cabins that sleep up to 150 people
  • Outdoor shelters & recreation spaces
  • Fully finished barn for gatherings
  • Seasonal swimming pool (with lifeguard requirement)

Rental Rates

Our pricing is designed to be flexible — based on your group size and needs.

Facility Use Fee

$500 per day — applies to all day-use and overnight rentals.

Overnight Lodging (per person/per night)

Group Size

  Lodging Rate per person

20-49 people

  $60 per night

50-99 people 

  $55 per night

100-200 people

  $50 per night

Day-use groups are charged $25 per person.

Meal Service (Per Person, Per Meal)

A 50-person minimum applies for meal service. Meals are served in our Dining Hall and prepared by Waskowitz kitchen staff.

Typical stays include:

  • Dinner on your arrival night
  • 3 meals per full day
  • Breakfast before departure

Meal

Rate per person

Breakfast

  $15  

Lunch

  $15  

Dinner

  $18  

Pool Use (Summer Only)

Our pool is available from June to September. Pool use is included in the daily facility fee — but groups must provide a certified lifeguard for all pool activities.

Pool Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Sleeping Arrangements

  • "H" shaped lodges are divided into cabins — each cabin sleeps 10-15 people with shared central bathrooms
  • Most groups divide cabins by gender, but flexible configurations are welcome 
  • Bring your own bedding, including sleeping bag and pillow

Rental Policies & Guidelines

Check-In

 Check-Out

3:00 p.m

  1:00 p.m.

This allows our facilities staff time to prepare for the next group.

Important Notes:

  • No pets allowed on site.
  • No alcohol or tobacco permitted (school property).
  • Minimum group sizes vary depending on season and availability. Meal service requires a 50-person minimum.

Ready to Plan Your Visit?

We would love to host your next event at Waskowitz!

Please fill out our Facility Rental Request Form with as much detail as possible. Our team will get back to you within 10 business days. We are a small team operating within a school district — thank you for your patience!

Rental Request Form

Questions? Want to schedule a tour? Contact us to set up an appointment — we look forward to welcoming you to Waskowitz.

Contact

Jennifer Hirayama
Office Manager 

206-732-5070