Honoring God & Loving People

A Christ-centered ministry dedicated to serving people with exceptional abilities and honoring military families through programs that inspire healing, joy, and connection.

Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch is a premier retreat and conference center known for its exceptional hospitality, delicious cuisine, and outstanding customer service. Nestled along the peaceful banks of the Root River, just 15 minutes from Rochester, MN, Ironwood provides a serene setting for guests to relax, recharge, and reconnect.

Dedicated to serving individuals and families with special needs, physical challenges, and military backgrounds, Ironwood offers transformative programs that cater to people of all ages, military families, and those impacted by physical and cognitive challenges. One of the highlights of our programs is the opportunity to connect with horses, guided by our skilled equine team, fostering healing and growth.

Whether you’re seeking a retreat, conference, or a special program, we invite you to discover the unique and supportive experiences that Ironwood has to offer.

"There's something about this place..."
~ B. Bardwell

Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch

Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch is a premier retreat and conference center known for its exceptional hospitality, delicious cuisine, and outstanding customer service. Nestled along the peaceful banks of the Root River, just 15 minutes from Rochester, MN, Ironwood provides a serene setting for guests to relax, recharge, and reconnect.

Dedicated to serving individuals and families with special needs, physical challenges, and military backgrounds, Ironwood offers transformative programs that cater to people of all ages, military families, and those impacted by physical and cognitive challenges. One of the highlights of our programs is the opportunity to connect with horses, guided by our skilled equine team, fostering healing and growth.

Whether you’re seeking a retreat, conference, or a special program, we invite you to discover the unique and supportive experiences that Ironwood has to offer.
"There's something special 
about this place"

A Special Place…

Providing an environment and experience that quiets the noises in life
"Thank  you for extending Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch as a place to come to find peace, comfort, companionship, Faith, hope, strength, and so much more. It was a very calming"

“God’s love and open arms are here”

“This place has a quietness and peace to it that is the perfect setting for reconnecting with family”

A Caring Community…

Offering a safe place where people come together and build relationships, provide hope, and support one another
 “Being at the Ranch and making friends who have stories similar to our own, comforting them and finding comfort in their journeys and accomplishments has led us to a path of renewed strength and faith.”

“I don't feel like an outcast. It's like home I can just be myself."

“Love being with families who are living similar experiences”

Hope That Lasts

Shining the Light on the Life-Changing hope of Jesus
"Thank you for providing a place to find peace, faith, hope, strength, and so much more."

Ironwood reminded me to make God more present in my daily life”

“After Encounter camp the girls were talking about how the Holy Spirit was moving in their lives. Thank you!”