Nevada has some very cool labyrinths worth a visit. I have selected 6 of the best sites (there are 36) that are accessible to the public from around the state, focusing on large population areas. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.
Before we get to my recommendations for Nevada I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Nevada answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Nevada:
Here is how Nevada compares to the USA. Below average in every category except the average size which ranks #11 in the US.
Nevada Questions answered:
What is the largest labyrinth in Nevada ? The largest labyrinth in Nevada is the Fly Ranch Labyrinth in Gerlach which has a diameter of 105 feet.
What city has the most labyrinths in Nevada ? The city with the most labyrinths in Nevada is Laughlin with 8, while Las Vegas and Reno each have 7. 60% of the labyrinths in the state are in one of these 3 cities.
Why visit a Labyrinth ?
Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…
6 Labyrinths to Visit in nevada
1. Laughlin Labyrinths
Any discussion of labyrinths to visit in Nevada must start with the Laughlin Labyrinths, a set of 9 labyrinths made of stone in the desert. Designed and built by Wes Dufek, you can learn more about the labyrinths in a really nice PBS video that includes an interview with him. For easy navigation, it can be found on Google Maps.
Location: Laughlin, Nevada
Address:
Thomas Edison Dr.
Laughlin, Nevada 89029
United States
2. Grace in the Desert Episcopal Church Labyrinth
An 11 circuit Chartres replica labyrinth made from rocks. According to the church website they offer guided labyrinth walks the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month at 8AM. Learn about the history of the labyrinth on the labyrinth webpage.
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Address:
2004 Spring Gate Lane
Las Vegas, Nevada 89134
United States
3. Reunion Trails Park Labyrinth
Labyrinth begins at 6:05 in the video below
This 3 circuit Roman style labyrinth is made from concrete and artificial grass. It is located in the southeast corner of the Reunion Trails Park and has it’s own entry on Google Maps so you can easily find it.
Location: Henderson , Nevada
Address:
44 Chapata Dr
Henderson , Nevada 89012
United States
4. NW Reno Flood Basin Labyrinth
To reach this 11 circuit Chartres mirror labyrinth, follow the trail into the basin east of 2670 Severn Dr. Here is a pin to the location on Google Maps. It is made of rocks and was built by Pamela Dallas.
Location: Reno, Nevada
Address:
Flood Basin, North of Severn Drive
Reno, Nevada 89503
United States
5. Rancho San Rafael Regional Park Labyrinth
View the labyrinth at 0:31
This Santa Rosa 7 circuit labyrinth is open daily from 8AM to sunset. Located in the corner of the park it can easily be found with it’s entry on Google Maps.
Location: Reno, Nevada
Address:
1595 N Sierra Street
Reno, Nevada 89503
United States
6. Ely Renaissance Society Labyrinth
This 7 circuit medieval labyrinth is 40 foot in diameter and was designed by Sarah Sweetwater. It can be found easily on Google Maps because it has it’s own entry. It is located next to the Ely Renaissance Sculpture Park.
Location: Ely, Nevada
Address:
600 Block of Aultman St
Ely, Nevada 89301
United States
5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH
Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.
5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING
I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.
Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN
If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:
Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation
I am a maze artist and I have made only two mazes from Nevada:
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So I include some additional maze art you may like:
