The Bohemian Grove: Secrets of the Elite Retreat in California’s Redwoods

Deep in the redwood forests of Northern California lies Bohemian Grove—a secluded 2,700-acre retreat where the world’s most powerful men gather in secrecy. Politicians, corporate leaders, bankers, and even U.S. presidents have all attended this exclusive camp.

Founded in the late 1800s, the Bohemian Club evolved from a circle of artists into an elite powerhouse. Its most infamous ritual, the Cremation of Care, features cloaked figures, fire, and a towering 40-foot stone owl. To outsiders, it looks less like a summer tradition and more like a cult hidden in the woods.

But rumors claim the stakes go far beyond theatrics. The Manhattan Project itself was first discussed at Bohemian Grove in 1942—a reminder that decisions made in the redwoods can reshape history.

Are these secret gatherings harmless social events for the elite—or the hidden stage where the future is quietly decided?

Join The Nocturnal Archives as we uncover the rituals, the secrecy, and the mysteries of Bohemian Grove.