Recreation

Even if you never leave ECCO’s premises, you’ll find plenty to do. Our grounds offer many places to reflect, work on a devotional or catch a glimpse of the local wildlife. We even have some new outdoor areas where you’ll be able to work off some excess energy. Indoor activities include a ping-pong table, pool table, puzzles, or games. You may also choose to enjoy a book from The Rivera Library located in Sumner Walters Chapel. Campfire: Toast marshmallows, make s’mores, sing, talk, meditate or enjoy that special time of close friendship.

Click here for a PDF of our trail map!

The 4th Green Recreational Area

Tucked away behind stands of ponderosa pines, incense cedars and manzanitas is ECCO’s recreation and sports area. We’ve named it the 4th Green as historically it was the 4th green of the Sky Ranch Golf Course. Out of sight and earshot of the core of the conference center—but only a short walk away―the 4th Green offers a basketball court, grass volleyball field, multi-use playing fields and a 9-hole disc golf course. Recreation equipment can be checked out from the office. Horseshoe pits, ladder ball and cornhole areas are located right outside of Lyles Hall.

Nature Trails

ECCO’s nature trails are varying levels, mostly dirt trails that extend over 5 miles for an escape from all things bustling. It’s a great way to escape into your own private space for a few minutes… or a few hours, whatever you have available. These single-track trails travel through peculiar “weeds,” edible plants, foggy meadows and ancient oaks pocked with corn holes bored by creative woodpeckers. Visit “The Frog Pond” via the “Nature Trail”, saunter over to the “Pounding Rocks” area of Lewis Creek or challenge yourself to an uphill wooded adventure to the upper waterfall. Chances are you might even have the opportunity to meet some of our resident creatures as you wind along its path. Wildflower & Birding Search checklists are made available at the kiosk in Lyles Hall, for a PDF version please click below.

Fishing

Occasionally our guests like to take a moment to enjoy a bit of fishing. Our pond has an abundance of perch and bass that practically jump onto your hook. Fishing on our pond is catch and release and we ask that guest use barbless hooks. We have a few small fishing poles that can be checked out from the office but if you are particular about your equipment we recommend bringing your own.

Stations Of The Cross

The 4th Green Recreational Area

Nature Trails

Fishing

Lewis Creek

ECCO Conference Center

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