Austin Area Retreat Center Offers 62 Acres For Quiet Reflection

AUSTIN, TX—Austin-area residents are invited to enjoy quiet reflection and a restorative space amid 62 acres of trails at the Still Waters Retreat Center – a spiritual outpost of First Baptist Church of Austin. Day Use of Still Waters Retreat Center Trails and/or Hermitage is an opportunity for the community to enjoy the trails and outdoor spaces, on a donation basis, and connect with the spectacular natural surroundings.

Still Waters Retreat Center will also use of their Hermitage, for a small fee, as an indoor space for reflection, journaling, and/or meditation. Guests are welcome to choose from a range of dates and times including:

• Tuesdays: 11:00 - 6:00 pm
• Thursdays: 9:00 - 6:00 pm
• Saturdays: 9:00 - 4:00 pm
• Sundays: 1:00 - 5:00 pm

Amenities featured at the Center include:

• 4 trails, spread out over 62 acres. The Creation Trail is a contemplative journey with seven stations reflecting on the seven days of Creation. Our Peace Trail is a reflective trail celebrating quotes on peace from a wide variety of religions. (Donations are greatly appreciated!)
• Prayer labyrinth.
• Picnic tables.
• Plenty of wide open spaces to soak in the sun, so bring a blanket.
• Hermitage, our small air conditioned/heated 12'x12' building with writing table and comfortable chairs. ($25 fee)

Safety guidelines are in place for guests to follow when visiting to protect your health and the health of other in compliance with state and local orders related to the pandemic. To select a date and register to visit Still Waters Retreat Center click HERE.