Mindful Hike Experiences
Hiking/ Forest Bathing/ Gentle Yoga/ Mindful Stretching/ Walking Meditations
What to Expect
Our Mindful Hike Experience takes us on an adventure through the woods, featuring forest bathing, walking meditations, and gorgeous views.
Enjoy a gentle, relaxing yoga, mindful stretch, and meditation session at the end of the hike.
Beginners welcome and we provide everything you need!
NEW for 2025! Our Mindful Hikes are now all private, creating a more personalized and fulfilling Experience.
Online Bookings for Mindful Hikes are not available at this time. Please email jess@elementalexperiences.net to book this Experience.
Come Experience Nature in a New Way
We invite you to leave your to-do list at home and come prepared to be with us in the moment! This mini-retreat will focus on drawing our attention to nature and connecting with it, savoring the sights, sounds and smells of the woods, and being with our breath as we take in the amazing views around us. Come see what this unique combination of mindful hiking, meditations, and gentle yoga is all about!
Experience the Woods
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Mindful Hike Experience
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Our Mindful Hike Experience takes place at Mint Springs Valley Park in Crozet, VA. The 1.5 mile hike is interspersed with several seated and walking meditations and features gorgeous mountains views. It ends with a gentle yoga/ mindful stretch/ meditation session. The hike is mostly of moderate difficulty, with about 350 feet of elevation change throughout.
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New for 2025! All Mindful Hikes are now private, creating a more personalized and fulfilling Experience. Cost is $150 for up to 3 people. Add a 4th and 5th participant for $40 each.
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Please email jess@elementalexperiences.net for availability.
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18 or older
Beginners welcome…some hiking experience may be helpful, but not necessary! We do recommend that you can climb several flights of stairs without difficulty.
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Jess Miles has been in the fitness and wellness industry since 2006. She has various certifications in the field and loves sharing experiences in nature with others. Please see the About page for more information on Jess.
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We ask that you please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to the session start time. We also kindly request that you follow all posted Albemarle County Park Rules and Regulations while visiting the Park.
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Please visit our FAQ page for some really useful information!
“Today’s hike at Mint Springs Valley Park was a dream! Did a mindfulness hike with Elemental Experiences and it was everything my soul needed and more.”
“If you’re looking for a peaceful, relaxing, soul-nourishing experience to center yourself and escape the craziness of your day to day, then this hiking experience is for you! Jess Miles was an absolute joy to spend the morning with!”
“My Mindful Hike Experience exceeded all expectations! I left feeling both energized and relaxed at the same time, and ready to conquer the rest of my day.”
“There isn’t much in this world that relaxes, rejuvenates, inspires, and motivates quite like moving, breathing, and meditating in the woods. Nature truly is nurture.” —Jess Miles
Find us in the mountains.
6659 Mint Springs Park
Crozet, VA 22932
There are restrooms at Mint Springs.
