There are so many different ways to relax and quiet your mind: yoga, walks in nature…the list goes on. Next time you’re in need of a little peace and quiet, why not try something new? Sanctuary Cove in Tucson features an outdoor labyrinth that serves as a moving meditation, promising total rejuvenation to all who walk through it.
Aptly-named “Sanctuary Cove,” this desert oasis is located on private property, yet remains open to the public year-round.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove Nestled at the base of Safford Peak, it’s a place where all religions and walks of life can gather and escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind.
Managed by All Creeds Brotherhood, the 120-acre preserve is a nonprofit religious organization.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove The unitarian space is welcoming of anyone regardless of their belief system.
Several nature trails wind through the Cove, which shares a border with Saguaro National Park.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove Many visitors to the national park actually start their adventure at Sanctuary Cove, as it’s home to a popular trailhead leading to the summit of Safford Peak.
Perhaps the most underrated aspect of Sanctuary Cove is the outdoor labyrinth.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove “Labyrinth walking” is an ancient practice used by many different cultures from around the world, designed for prayer, meditation, or simply quieting the internal chatter to bring clarity.
The serpentine path wraps around itself in a circular motion, symbolizing the endless cycle of life.
Google/Jenny Johansen It’s quite a therapeutic experience to walk the labyrinth, and you’ll undoubtedly feel renewed in mind, body, and spirit afterward.
Sanctuary Cove can also be rented out for private events.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove Weddings, memorial services, and photoshoots are among the most common occasions. Additionally, a cottage is available at a rate of $66-$149 depending on demand and season.
Address: 8001 North Scenic Drive, Tucson, AZ 85743.
Google Maps Hours are sunrise until sunset daily.
Visit the preserve’s website or Facebook page to learn more.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove
Nestled at the base of Safford Peak, it’s a place where all religions and walks of life can gather and escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind.
The unitarian space is welcoming of anyone regardless of their belief system.
Many visitors to the national park actually start their adventure at Sanctuary Cove, as it’s home to a popular trailhead leading to the summit of Safford Peak.
Facebook/Sanctuary Cove
“Labyrinth walking” is an ancient practice used by many different cultures from around the world, designed for prayer, meditation, or simply quieting the internal chatter to bring clarity.
Google/Jenny Johansen
It’s quite a therapeutic experience to walk the labyrinth, and you’ll undoubtedly feel renewed in mind, body, and spirit afterward.
Weddings, memorial services, and photoshoots are among the most common occasions. Additionally, a cottage is available at a rate of $66-$149 depending on demand and season.
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Hours are sunrise until sunset daily.
Have you ever walked the labyrinth at Sanctuary Cove? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments section below, and check out our previous article for more peaceful places to visit in Arizona.
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Address: 8001 N Scenic Dr, Tucson, AZ 85743, USA
