Shinrin-yoku Forest Bathing Experience at the Lake

During forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku), guests move slowly and intentionally through a natural setting while gently shifting attention away from thoughts and toward direct sensory experience. Rather than hiking or covering distance, the focus is on slowing down, pausing often, and noticing details like the feel of the air, textures of trees, patterns of light, sounds of wind or birds, and subtle scents in the environment. The guide may invite moments of stillness where guests simply stand, sit, or lean against trees, allowing the nervous system to relax and the mind to quiet. Breath naturally slows, awareness expands, and the experience becomes less about doing and more about simply being present in the forest.

Meeting point

From US 27, turn onto 43rd Road (aka Mulkey Road). Our front gate is facing the highway, but our driveway is 1,000 feet ahead on the right side of 43rd Road (black mailbox with our sign next to it). Please enter the gate, and proceed slowly down the driveway.

Pickup

Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.

Ticket type

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Group size

Up to 12 travellers

Operated by

Ichetucknee Yoga Club and Outdoor Meditation Center

• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness