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7 More Labyrinths to Visit in Texas

Jason Roush

Welcome to Part 4 of my look at Labyrinths in Texas. There are over 200 in the state so I broke them into 4 parts:

5 Labyrinths to visit in Houston, Texas

5 Labyrinths to Visit in Dallas / Fort Worth

6 Labyrinths to Visit in San Antonio / Austin, Texas area

7 More Labyrinths to Visit in Texas (everywhere else)

So today we get everywhere else !


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…


7 (MORE) Labyrinths to Visit in texas


1. Abilene Christian University Labyrinth

An 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth made from limestone and granite. It is located on the east side of the Hunter Welcome Center, between it and the lake(and also near N Judge Ely Blvd). Here is a 360 view of the labyrinth.

Location: Abilene, Texas

Address:
1600 Campus Ct.
Abilene, Texas 79699

2. Unity of Southeast Texas Labyrinth

This 7 circuit triune pattern labyrinth is open from dawn to dusk and is made from painted concrete. Follow the signs and walkway behind the church to find it (on the east side).

Location: Beaumont, Texas

Address:

1555 South 23rd Street
Beaumont, Texas 77707


3. Panola College Labyrinth

A large 75 foot diameter 7 circuit labyrinth that has a unique look as it is made from rosemary(with mulch) with rock pathways. Check out this wonderful 360 view of the labyrinth ! It is located behind the Health & Natural Sciences Building as shown on this campus map.

Location: Carthage, Texas

Address:

1109 W. Panola St.
Carthage, Texas 75633


4. St. Paul's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

This 6 circuit octagonal labyrinth is located south of the church, off the path next to the parking lot. Made from bricks and pavers in 2014 it was a result of an Eagle Scout project.

Location: Katy, Texas

Address:
1936 Drexel Dr.
Katy, Texas 77493

5. Stillpoint Contemplative Practices Labyrinth

A 9 circuit Chartres style labyrinth that is located in the front yard of the home, right off of the sidewalk.

Location: Midland, Texas

Address:
1007 W Kansas Ave
Midland, Texas 79701

6. Stephen F. Austin State University - Gayle Mize Garden Labyrinth

This park full of walking trails and native plants also features a 7 circuit classical labyrinth made from rocks with a large stone in the center. The garden is easy to find on Google Maps.

Location: Nacogdoches, Texas

Address:

1523 E Starr Ave

Nacogdoches, Texas 75961



7. National Vietnam War Museum Labyrinths

This contemporary pair of spiral labyrinths is located in the garden on the left just inside the entrance. Made from decomposed granite and native plants. Maps satellite view shows the pattern and location. Plan your trip to visit the museum on the museum website.

Location: Weatherford, Texas

Address:

12685 Mineral Wells Hwy
Weatherford, Texas 76086


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 maze from Texas (see The Alamo Mission link below). If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Here are also some mazes of famous buildings from around the world:

The Alamo Mission Maze

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

Templo de Sangre de Cristo Maze

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze