Bohemian Grove, Private club campground in Monte Rio, California.
The 2,700-acre property contains dense redwood forests and features a 30-foot concrete owl statue near a central lake point.
The Bohemian Club purchased this land from logger Melvin Cyrus Meeker in 1899, expanding its territory through subsequent acquisitions over the decades.
The annual summer retreat hosts influential figures from business, politics, and entertainment sectors for a two-week gathering in July.
Members frequently visit nearby establishments for internet access and coffee, as electronic devices are not permitted within the grove grounds.
The property hosted a Manhattan Project planning meeting in September 1942, contributing to decisions about the atomic bomb development.
Location: Sonoma County
Inception: 1878
Founders: Henry Edwards
GPS coordinates: 38.46810,-123.00300
Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:45
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