Silent Hike to the Grotto

Focus on wellness, meditation, and pure enjoyment of nature in silence.

We offer two times a year a unique opportunity to refresh yourself with an hour-and-a-half long round trip guided relaxing-silent hike into the canyon down to the majestic grotto for a moment of reflection/meditation. Prepare yourself for the beauty of our unique Texas Hill Country nature preserve that will leave you breathless!

Guests will hike down a 100-foot staircase into a sheltered canyon of lush plant life. Along the way, your guide will pause with prompts to appreciate one's surroundings and take in the beauty of the canyon. Afterwards, guests will reach the head of the canyon where there is dripping spring along a stunning 40-foot cliff that stands replenishing an emerald pool below, with a 1-chamber room cave. Refresh yourself, by listening to the sounds in Westcave's majestic grotto area with a moment of silence and reflection. You will be left with an experience of a lifetime.

The experience is a 1-mile, roundtrip, moderate to difficult hike. Once in the canyon, there are additional steps, rocks, and roots to navigate. We encourage visitors to wear sturdy shoes and bring their own walking stick if needed.

Access to the canyon, cave and grotto is only permitted with a supervising staff member. All events are weather permitting. Pets are not allowed on the property, and may not be left in a vehicle.

Note:

• This is for ages 13 years old and up.
• Guests will be asked to be silent at various points during the hike.
• Access to the canyon and cave is by guided tour only.
• All hikes are weather permitting.
• No pets are allowed even if left in the vehicle.
• Due to the nature of this program, this event requires a minimum number of participants. If the minimum number is not reached within 48 -72 hours before the program start time, the event will be cancelled. Guests will be notified by email and will receive a full refund.

Dates

• Saturday November 15th, 2025 (5-7pm)

Rate

$20 / Adult (13+)
13-year-olds and up only for this event, as guests will be asked to be silent at various points during the hike.