Sacred Way
Wild Church
Come along as we step outside the church building and into the beautiful wilderness! Whether you prefer strolls through our lovely town or adventures on scenic nature trails, we have something for everyone. We gather twice a month to soak up the great outdoors and spend time with God in nature.
Each gathering begins with a short reflection and prayer before we start our holy hikes. We are a welcoming community of wilderness explorers, deeply rooted in the Christ tradition. We embrace you just as you are, regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey.
Join us on the Sacred Way as we connect with one another and the Divine amidst the beauty of nature. Sometimes, we share a meal. Come for any or all of it. All ages are invited to participate.
Upcoming Hikes:
☀️ August: Biscuit Run Park
Date: August 15
Hike Time: 10:00 AM
Parking Lot Address: Biscuit Run East Trailhead Lot, 2020 Scottsville Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Distance: ~3.5 to 4 miles (Foothills Loop)
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (Rolling landscape through deep forests and meadows)
Notes: This main eastern parking lot features 75 spaces, trail maps, and public restrooms.
☕ September: Foxhaven Trails
Date: September 5
Pre-Hike Meetup: 9:00 AM for donuts and coffee at Sbrocco’s Donuts and Espresso.
Hours: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Hike Time: 10:00 AM
Parking Lot Address: Foxhaven Trails Parking Lot, 275 Foxhaven Farm Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903(Accessed just off Reservoir Road / Fontaine Ave Extended)
Distance: ~5.5-mile loop route (option to do a shorter distance out and back)
Difficulty: Moderate (Moderately hilly dirt paths and gravel loops)
Notes: Pull right into the public dirt lot off the farm road. Gives you one hour to enjoy coffee and drive over to the trailhead.
🍂 September: Highland Trails (Mountain Loop)
Date: September 15
Hike Time: 9:30 AM
Parking Lot Address: James Monroe's Highland Lot, 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Distance: ~3.4 to 3.6 miles
Difficulty: Moderate (Features rolling hills, minor trail obstacles like roots, and 583 ft elevation gain)
Notes: Park in the main visitor lot. No pets allowed on this trail system.
