Set on 362 acres in the heart of North Carolina, Chestnut Ridge has been set aside as sacred space for Christian ministry since 1959. Renovations and care over the years has created a beautiful, warm, and inviting destination that continues to witness to Jesus Christ in the world. Chestnut Ridge is open year-round for individuals, families, and non-profit groups for teambuilding, training sessions, seminars, and planning retreats as well as personal getaways. Year-round lodging facilities accommodate up to 108 overnight and 300 or more day guests. Flexible reservation options provide event organizers with meeting space, dining, education, and recreation choices to create a wonderfully memorable experience.

What exactly is a labyrinth? Unlike a maze, the labyrinth is unicursal, having a single path leading to the center with no loops, cul-de-sacs or forks. Labyrinths are described by how many concentric circuits or paths they contain. They can measure from a few inches to hundreds of feet wide.

The Chestnut Ridge labyrinth is 50-foot in diameter and located in our woods with a view of the lake.

The labyrinth  walk is available for prayer, meditation, contemplation or personal growth. It is popular with a growing number of people because of its simplicity and the ability to approach its paths on your own terms. There is not a "required way" to walk the labyrinth. The beauty of the labyrinth is that people can approach the experience in their own way.

We hope that you will consider spending some time during your next retreat or event in quiet reflection on the labyrinth.  Please take a moment to share your thoughts and prayers in the journal located in the information booth at the labyrinth.