The one element that permeates every aspect of your experience at Ladore isn’t provided by our staff or found in any facility. Rather, it is God-made … nature … and truly beautiful. People sense God’s presence as they enjoy our mountains, fields, and the lake.

Many of our guests discover serenity and relaxation through nature. A Prayer Walk begins at the Main Lodge and is designed to encourage you to stroll the grounds and enter into a time of reflection. Each of the stations explains the surrounding area and encourages you absorb all the different aspects of creation, their beauty and the majesty of God as you listen to Him as He speaks to you.

The Grand Patio is a great location for relaxation and activity. It is covered in hand laid brick and features a comfortable wicker sectional under a pergola fronting an outdoor fireplace. This is also the place to gather some friends to play a lively round of miniature golf, bocce or shuffleboard. Ladore is one of the few spots in the Northeast that offers a handicap accessible miniature golf course. Just a few steps from the grand patio are the horseshoe pits — all the games are easily accessible. Tables with umbrellas and chairs dot the grand patio giving our guests plenty of space to socialize.

Just off the grand patio, the Ladore Gift Shop offers a wide variety of goodies to satisfy any craving, that special item to commemorate your visit, or something special for the gang at home. There is a great selection of books and CD’s, apparel and a variety of locally made items, all reasonably priced. The gift shop has regular hours during the Senior program and may be opened based upon a retreat group’s schedule.

Our enclosed pool area is especially lovely in the fall and winter when it offers a clear view of the lake. During the rest of the year view expanses of lawn and wooded areas. This area is over 7,500 sq. ft. and features a glass enclosure on three sides, deco lighting, two comfortable seating areas with a number of loungers, tables with umbrellas and chairs. There are two changing rooms for guest’s convenience and 2 showers. The pool features a handicap accessible ramp or you can enter via the stairs. The pool runs from three foot at the shallow end to five foot at the deep end. Enjoy the welcoming waters of our heated pool — good for body, mind and spirit. There is an eight person hot tub alongside the pool.

Groups with children will have access to the pool only during designated pool times when a lifeguard is present.

Come inside the Game Room and test your playing skills at billiards, ping-pong or darts. A variety of board and card games are at your disposal. Video games provide another avenue for your enjoyment. This room is open 24/7 for your enjoyment.

Ladore Complex Fishing and Boat usage policies:

Boating

•   No personal boats are allowed
•   All boats must be launched from the Lodge Dock

Fishing

• Each person is required to adhere to PA State Fishing Regulations and have a valid PA fishing license.
• We encourage guests to practice catch and release.
• We encourage you to bring your own fishing equipment. Our equipment is very limited and we do not supply live bait.

Public Area

• Any person who calls and would like to go fishing at Ladore but isn’t a paying guest of the facility is welcome to use the public access area for shore fishing. It is located on the Owego Turnpike near Savage Road.
• The public area is clearly marked. Fishing is forbidden beyond the white buoys.
• Ladore does not allow anyone other than guests to go on the lake.

Ladore offers a Ropes Challenge Course with seven different elements. This may be scheduled (as available) to enhance your retreat, or to be booked as a leadership development day. Participation at the Alice and Charlie Scott Challenge Course will enhance individual confidence and built better teamwork.

Basketball is available at select times at our outside courts or seasonally (mid-August to May and when available) at our PARC Pavilion. 

Volleyball can be set up outside in many locations. A collegiate level system exists at our PARC Pavilion and is available on a scheduled basis.

Two Baseball fields are available August to May. Ladore maintains limited equipment, so it's recommended that you bring your own.

*Please note that some activities may have an extra fee involved. Ladore may or may not be able to provide sports equipment, please inquire.