America’s 250th Birthday Bash

America's 250th Birthday Bash

at Camp Kulaqua

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with two days of family fun at Camp Kulaqua! Enjoy water park fun, go-karts, wildlife, and more!

Your ticket includes:

Access to River Ranch Water Park
Access to the Wildlife Sanctuary
1 Go-Cart Ride
Putt-Putt
Outdoor recreational activities including volleyball, soccer, and more

Additional add-ons will also be available for purchase, including extra go-cart rides, horseback trail rides, and lunch. Children 3 and under enter free.

Veterans receive free admission with paying family members (valid military ID required).

Please note that alcohol and glass containers are not permitted on property.

Early Bird Admission: $35/person* | At-the-Door Admission: $45/person*
*Processing fees not included

Come celebrate 250 years of America with a fun-filled experience for the whole family!

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2026 River Ranch Water Park Community Event Days

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2019 River Ranch Community Event Days Calendar at Kulaqua

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*Please note: Kulaqua is primarily a user group facility, but on these dates the Water Park is available to the Community.

Welcome to River Ranch, where fun meets faith and families come together! To ensure that everyone has a splashing good time, we kindly ask all our guests to adhere to the following regulations:

No profanity or obscene jesters
No alcohol or tobacco products allowed on premises / Coolers will be inspected
No music via speakers / Bluetooth devices to be played. We offer overhead music via our system.
No glass containers
Wear only modest bathing attire
Infants must wear a state-approved swim diaper
Keep all food and drinks at least 10 feet away from the water’s edge
Please place trash in trash receptacles
No animals are allowed in the facility

At River Ranch, safety is our top priority! To ensure that everyone enjoys a fun and injury-free experience, we kindly request that all guests observe the following safety rules:

No running on the pool decks
No diving
No standing or jumping on tubes
No stacking of tubes
Enter and exit pools at designated locations only
No toddlers are allowed in the kiddie area while the waves are being made

While River Ranch boasts highly trained lifeguards, nothing beats the importance of adult supervision in preventing accidents or injuries. Parents are required to accompany small children at all times. Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring everyone’s safety.

Make sure to mark your calendars and save the dates for Kulaqua’s River Ranch Water Park Community Event Days! These are specific days when the water park opens its gates to the community. No reservations are needed—simply pay at the front gate upon arrival.

Admission is $19 per person, and children 3 years old and under get in for free.

Don’t miss out on the fun!

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Dive into fun this May at River Ranch Water Park! Join us for three exciting Community Event dates where you can splash, slide, and soak up the sun. Treat Mom to a day of excitement and adventure instead of flowers this Mother’s Day—she’ll thank you for it! Don’t miss out on the thrills waiting for you at River Ranch Water Park. See you there!

Sunday, May 3 – 10 am – 5:30 pm

Sunday, May 10 – Mother’s Day | 10 am – 5:30 pm
*Free admission for mothers with paying family members

Sunday, May 17 – 10 am – 5:30 pm

Monday, May 25 – Memorial Day | 10 am – 5:30 pm

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Ready to cool off? Escape the July heat and make a splash at River Ranch Water Park!

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with two days of family fun at Camp Kulaqua! Enjoy water park fun, go-karts, wildlife, and more!

Get more information and tickets here! Early bird discount available.

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Feeling the heat in August? Don’t sweat it—cool off with us at River Ranch Water Park! Beat the summer sun and make a splash in our refreshing wave pool, glide down the water slide, or relax as you float along the lazy river. With plenty of fun-filled activities and cool water adventures, there’s no better way to beat the heat than at River Ranch Water Park! Join us today for the ultimate summer escape!

Sunday, August 23 – 10 am – 5:30 pm

Sunday, August 30 – 10 am – 5:30 pm

More dates may be announced later in the summer so check back regularly or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for the latest updates!

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Here are some of the park rules you’ll need to to remember:

Our goal at River Ranch Water Park is for your outing to be a positive, safe – and let’s not forget FUN experience!
Kulaqua is primarily a user group facility, but on these dates the Water Park is available to the Community.
We are a Christian facility and request that only modest swimsuits be worn. If in doubt, please bring a cover up to wear over your swim suit.
Bring sunscreen! The water is cool, but the sun is HOT! And we wouldn’t want you to get a sunburn.
River Ranch Water Park opens at 10 am and closes at 5:30 pm on Community Event Days so make sure you come with plenty of time to enjoy your day in the sun.
You’ll probably work up an appetite, so feel free to bring food and coolers, but remember – no glass containers will be allowed.
We do not allow alcohol or smoking on the premises.
Admission is $19.00 per person, and children 3 and under are free when accompanied by their parents

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Just another way Kulaqua Retreat and Conference Center sets itself apart from other Christian retreat and conference centers.

Christian retreats and conferences don’t have to be boring.

Studies show that when a group plays together well, they work together better.

Why not choose the best for your next Christian or educational retreat or conference in North Central Florida?

Your guests will be coming back to build on the memories and relationships year after year.

River Ranch Water Park

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2025 Florida Conference Youth and Young Adult College Retreat

Sponsored by the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Youth & Young Adult Department

August 01, 2025 – August 03, 2025

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The Florida Conference Youth and Young Adult College Retreat

If you are in college between the ages of 18 and 24, a member of the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventist Churches, a friend of members, or a member of the Adventist Christian Fellowship in one of the Florida colleges, we invite you to our College Retreat.

We start a new season with our theme, Echo:
A Faith Journey with Jesus.

Date: August 01-03, 2025

Location: Camp Kulaqua Retreat and Conference Center
23400 NW 212th Ave.
High Springs, FL 32643

Registration Cost: $50

Questions: email [email protected] or call (407) 644-5000 ext. 2425

*Registration is required to attend*

Activities Include:

River Ranch Waterpark
Hornsby Spring & Blob
Collegiate Amazing Race
and more…

How to Register:

Click the link below to secure your spot. The registration fee is $50.00 USD per person and includes all meals, inspiring programs, and two nights of lodging.

Space is limited to just 400 participants—don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this unforgettable experience!

Please note: Advance registration is required and will not be available on site.

DON'T MISS OUT - REGISTER TODAY!

Keynote Speaker:

Kenia Reyes-de Leon

Kenia Reyes-de Leon, a native of the Bronx, New York, proudly embraces her Guatemalan and Honduran heritage. She is deeply passionate about literature, music, and ministry that impacts the lives of young people. Currently serving as the Youth Director for the Chesapeake Conference, Kenia has been blessed with opportunities to speak at youth and young adult events both locally and internationally. She is married to Pastor Wilson de León, and together they find joy in serving God wherever He leads them.

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2025 Florida Conference Women’s Ministry One Day Retreat

2025 Florida Conference Women's Ministry One Day Women's Retreat

Sponsored by the Florida Conference Women's Ministries

August 16, 2025

Come join us at the
Embracing God In Our Storm
Women’s Ministries One-Day Retreat

DATE: SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2025

TIME: 9:00AM – 5:00PM; REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8:00AM

LOCATION: KULAQUA RETREAT AND CONFERENCE CENTER
23400 NW 212TH AVE, HIGH SPRINGS, FL 32643

EVENT COST: $45

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2025 Labor Day Family Camp Retreat

Sponsored by Kulaqua Retreat and Conference Center

August 29, 2025 – September 01, 2025

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Get Ready for a Weekend of Fun, Friendship, and Fellowship!

Hey there! We’re gearing up for a fantastic Spirit-filled, inspirational weekend, and we want you right in the middle of all the fun! Picture this: uplifting sermons, inspirational music, good company all around, families bonding, and connections that truly matter.

Join us as we create unforgettable moments together – it’s not just an event; it’s a warm invitation to be apart of something real and special. Can’t wait to share this time with you!

Hurry! Save Your Spot – Before They are GONE!
(Family Camp Fills up Fast!)

Here are just a few of the fun things included in your weekend with us:

-Tower of Faith
-Go-Carts
-Family Model Rocketry
-Horseback Riding
-Water Park (on-site)
-Tubing Down the Ichetucknee River
-Kulaqua Rodeo
-Family Worship Services
-Family activities
-And so much more!!

*All activities are included in your price with the exception of rafts on the river tubing trip. if you choose to use rafts for the tubing trip there will be an extra fee. Tubes are free again this year so come have fun with us!

We have lots of great, fun things planned, and we look forward to seeing you and your family!