visiting LDG Elk

Lotus Dharma Garden is located in Elk, Mendocino, just off Highway 1, 5 miles from the ocean. Rinpoche intended to create a center in a remote place, away from the distractions of modern life. Due to its remoteness, we do our best to help those interested in visiting to arrange transportation. Let us know if we can assist you by emailing LDGsangha@gmail.com or visiting our contact page (link this).

Lotus Dharma Garden in Elk is: 

  • 3 hours north of San Fransisco
  • 1 hour west of Ukiah
  • 2 hours north of Santa Rosa

Driving From San Francisco International Airport:

  1. Driving From San Francisco International Airport:
  2. Take 101 to the 380, then turn off toward 280 North.
  3. Follow 280 North, and watch for signs to the Golden Gate Bridge.
  4. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge onto 101 North.
  5. Continue past San Rafael and Santa Rosa.
  6. Stay on 101 North to Cloverdale, passing through the town.
  7. Take exit 522 for CA-128 West toward Fort Bragg/Mendocino (last Cloverdale exit).
  8. At the bottom of the off-ramp, turn left, go under the freeway, and after 0.7 miles, turn right to stay on 128 West toward Fort Bragg.
  9. Continue on Highway 128 West for 35.8 miles, passing through Boonville and Philo.
  10. Turn left onto Philo-Greenwood Road toward Elk (look for the green “ELK” sign on the right).
  11. Follow Philo-Greenwood Road for 12 miles (about 25-30 minutes).
  12. The retreat land will be on your right. Look for:
  13. A new wooden fence on both sides of the driveway
  14. An open copper-colored metal gate
  15. A sign on the left gate post saying “Orchard Hill”
  16. A mailbox on the left side of the road across from the driveway
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