7 Labyrinths to Visit in Illinois

Did you know that Illinois is home to over 100 labyrinths ? I have selected 7 of the best that are accessible to the public, focusing on large population areas. If you are near one, stop by and take a meditative walk. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.


Before we get to my recommendations for Illinois 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 Illinois answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Illinois:

Illinois Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Illinois compares to the rest of the US. With 117 labyrinths the state ranks 18th in the US, while the per capita amount ranks only 41st. It has a lot of indoor labyrinths and is 9th in the US in terms of average labyrinth size.

Illinois vs USA table

Illinois Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Illinois ? 210 foot diameter. The Centralia Foundation Park labyrinth in Centralia, Illinois. This is an 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth cut into the grass. I believe it is the largest Chartres style labyrinth in the US. Here is a link to find it on Google Maps.

What city has the most labyrinths in Illinois ? Chicago has the most labyrinths in Illinois with 14.

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. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…


7 Labyrinths to Visit in ILLINOIS

 

1. St. James Cathedral Labyrinth

I choose this 7 circuit Chartres style labyrinth because of it’s location in downtown Chicago. Located off of Huron St if you are in town for sightseeing you will be near this location at some point ! While you cannot see it on satellite view, there is a Google Maps entry to easily find it and see some great pictures.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Address:

65 E Huron St
Chicago, Illinois 60611

2. Garfield Park Conservatory Labyrinth

Garfield Park Conservatory Labyrinth

Garfield Park Labyrinth - J E Koonce - flickr

This outdoor 7 circuit grass labyrinth is open from 9AM-5PM. Plan your visit on their website, including this helpful map of the grounds so you know where the labyrinth is located.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Address:

300 North Central Park Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60624

 

3. Aurora University Labyrinth

Made of brown and red concrete pavers, this 7 circuit labyrinth is 40 feet in diameter and was a gift from the class of 1967. You can learn more about the labyrinth here (short video in addition to a blog post).

Location: Aurora, Illinois

Address:

347 S. Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, Illinois 60506-4892

4. Naperville Riverwalk Labyrinth

This Chartres style labyrinth has been entertaining locals since it was built in 1998. It was built by the company Labyrinths in Stone which has some great designs if you are looking to install your own labyrinth.

Location: Naperville, Illinois

Address:

Eagle and Jackson Streets, on the Riverwalk
Naperville, Illinois 60563

 

5. Womanspace Labyrinth

 

This 72 ft diameter Chartres-style labyrinth is made from limestone rock & aglime, and is open from dusk til dawn. The labyrinth was built in 2002 and they often have events for the labyrinth: here is an example from their website with a great picture of the labyrinth. You can also see it at 3 o’clock above.

Location: Rockford, Illinois

Address:

3333 Maria Linden Drive
Rockford, Illinois 61114

 

6. Unitarian Universalist Church of Elgin Earth Wisdom Labyrinth

 

This 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth was first built in 1997. It is open during daylight hours. From the website: “It is the largest permanent outdoor labyrinth in Illinois, spanning more than 94 feet in diameter, and winding inward for 1/3 a mile, and then outward again for 1/3 a mile. It is made up of more than 165 tons of stone and crushed limestone, and was moved by hand by the congregation from its original location. The labyrinth was dedicated in a ceremony during the Summer Solstice of 1997.”

Location: Elgin, Illinois

Address:

39W830 Highland Avenue
Elgin, Illinois 60123

 

7. Friends of Lakeview Prairie Labyrinth

This is one or the largest labyrinths you will find at 210 feet in diameter. It has it’s own website where you can see the labyrinth in different seasons and obviously you can watch it be made/cut into the grass in the video above.

Location: Macomb, Illinois

Address:

Lakeview Nature Center
Macomb, Illinois 61455

 

5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

  1. Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.

  2. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.

  3. Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.

  4. Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.

  5. 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.

  1. Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN

  2. Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN

  3. Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN

  4. Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN

  5. 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:

  1. Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.

  2. Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress

  3. Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation


I am a maze artist and have made a few mazes of places in Illinois:

Cloud Gate Maze - Chicago

Wrigley Field Sign Maze - Chicago

Chicago Theatre Sign Maze - Chicago

Spillway Lanes Sign Maze - Springfield

Don Carter Lanes Sign Maze - Rockford

Emo’s Dairy Mart Sign Maze - Peoria

5 Labyrinths to Visit in Idaho

So you want to visit a labyrinth in Idaho. I can help. I have selected 5 of the best (there are around 25) that are accessible to the public from around the state. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. I want to mention that many labyrinths in Idaho are private or you need an appointment to visit. Those labyrinths can be found on the link above and will not be included here.

Before we get to my recommendations for Idaho 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 Idaho answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Idaho:

Idaho Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Idaho compares to the rest of the US. Not many indoor labyrinths in Idaho. 39th in number of labyrinths and 27th in per capita.

Idaho vs USA table

Idaho Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Idaho ? The largest labyrinth in Idaho is the 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth at the Society of the Compassionate Heart in Boise.

What city has the most labyrinths in Idaho ? Boise has the most labyrinths in Idaho with 5.

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. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…


5 Labyrinths to Visit in idaho

 

1. St. Luke's Boise Regional Medical Center Labyrinth

This 5 circuit medieval labyrinth is made from concrete and is located near the walkway between the main building, near the coffee shop. Labyrinth includes benches. To see a photo or the labyrinth and the plaque this waymarking site has them.

Location: Boise, Idaho

Address:

190 E. Bannock St.
Boise, Idaho 83712

 

2. Saint Luke's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

 

The 5 circuit medieval labyrinth is located on the lawn in front of church made from bricks/pavers.

Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho

Address:

270 N. Placer Avenue
Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402

 

3. Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park Labyrinth

A double meandering labyrinth in a Roman style with a sculpture in the middle ! The location can be found a map for the park. It looks like wonderful park to visit based on the park website ! I want to thank Randy Miller for posting a photo on Google Maps where you can see the labyrinth !

Location: Meridian, Idaho

Address:
1900 N. Records Avenue
Meridian, Idaho 83642

 

4. First Congregational United Church of Christ Labyrinth

First Congregational United Church of Christ Labyrinth

Photo courtesy Starr & Cross Reardon

A 5 circuit medieval labyrinth made form rocks and bricks is located next to a peace garden. It was made using discarded bricks and stones from construction sites.

Location: Pocatello, Idaho

Address:

309 N. Garfield Ave
Pocatello, Idaho 83204

 

5. Church of the Ascension Labyrinth

 

A 8 circuit Chartres style labyrinth made from bricks/pavers. You can find details about the labyrinth on the website of the church on it’s own webpage ! If you click on the Discover More link it will open a 27 page pdf of a presentation on labyrinths ! Zoom in in a satellite image above at 12 o’clock north of the church.

Location: Twin Falls, Idaho

Address:

371 Eastland Drive N
Twin Falls, Idaho 83301

BONUS Labyrinth: I you visit the Idaho Botanical Gardens in Boise, they have a labyrinth made from bricks and gravel on site. There is an entrance fee to visit the gardens. Plan your trip at the link above.

BONUS Labyrinth 2: If you can find it !! I found this video on YouTube one day and just had to include it here if you prefer a bit of adventure !

5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

  1. Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.

  2. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.

  3. Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.

  4. Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.

  5. 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.

  1. Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN

  2. Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN

  3. Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN

  4. Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN

  5. 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:

  1. Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.

  2. Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress

  3. Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation


I am a maze artist and I have made a few sign mazes from Idaho:

Cabana Inn Sign - Boise

Nampa Rollerdrome Sign Maze - Nampa

Tough Guys Lanes Sign Maze - Pocatello

Grandview Hotel Sign Maze - Boise

Maze and Labyrinth News - July 2026

It is that time again. Time for maze and labyrinth news from the past month.

  • A Giant Fingerprint Maze made of Willow trees ?

Yes. If you are ever in Brehov, Slovakia, take the time to visit Willkov Park, because it does, indeed feature a giant fingerprint maze ! The satellite view on Google Maps is well worth a look ! You probably won’t understand this video, but you will love the drone footage !

 

  • Batman Dark Patterns #5 cover

I was reading the trade version of one of the newest Batman comics when I got to chapter 5 and noticed the cover was maze of hallways and doors ! Reminded me of some of my comic strips. This isn’t the first time we have seen Batman and friends deal with mazes as I wrote about in Batman and Robin Walk Into a Maze.…

Batman Dark Patterns #5
 

  • Maximum maze puzzles solved by a kid in five minutes

If I were to tell you a 3 year old in India set a record for most paper mazes were solved in 5 minutes, what number would you guess ? Rishvik Gupta set the record in Delhi, India. Did you guess ? He had to use a marker and solved the printed mazes on paper….22. Amazing !

 

  • “100” Maze updates

I finally finished updating the 103 blog posts that were part of my A motley medley mixed maze book of miscellaneous mazes maze book. Many years ago I made a post per maze and I took the time to add bonus mazes and or coloring pages to each. Most people find these with specific searches, so you probably missed or skipped them. But if you find them, instead of 100 mazes you will now get 424 in many types and styles ! This Clock Maze has links to specific mazes if you are interested.

 

  • More information on the Balmoral Maze

Prince Charles made renovations on the grounds of the Aberdeenshire estate where Queen Elizabeth spent significant time. I have mentioned this before in the news, but now we get an article that features multiple aerial photos of the thistle maze. They also made a video if you prefer that:

 

  • Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff

He’s Winnie the Pooh, Winnie the Pooh and he is part of a sunflower maze design coming to Connecticut. Lyman Orchards has announced their design for this years maze and it looks great ! Winnie the Pooh is turning 100 this year and this maze made of 350K sunflowers will celebrate it ! I would have celebrated with “Hunny”. Can’t wait to see the finished maze in the Fall !

 

  • 250 years celebrated with corn in PA

I am not surprised that a lot of the initial corn maze design I have seen this year are focusing on the 250th Anniversary of the country. Here is an article speaking about a liberty bell corn maze that you can find in Ronks, PA at the Cherry Crest Farm. Make sure to scroll down to see the “We the People” carving also ! So cool.

 

  • Grande Cache Labyrinth Park in Alberta, CA

 

I am writing about this here almost as a placeholder for myself to visit in the future ! This location in Grande Cache, Alberta, Canada has a wonderful location with spectacular views. I suggest checking out all of the photos in the Google Maps entry that show the labyrinth in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies.

 

  • 11 remarkable garden mazes around the world

Sometimes MSN does nice work pulling together ideas. This article is one of those times.

  • The Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens in Australia

I saw an article speaking about this wonderful hedge maze in Australia and then checked it out myself. Of course I was elated to find some drone footage.

Some news is evergreen and can be found in past monthly news posts:

June 2025, July 2025, August 2025, September 2025, October 2025, November 2025, December 2025, January 2026, February 2026, March 2026, April 2026 and May 2026.