A quiet place to return to stillness.
A Buddhist meditation retreat in the high desert, holding the teachings of the Buddha in the Trúc Lâm Zen tradition.
BeginWe uphold and foster the teachings of the Buddha through spiritual richness and human excellence.
Bao Chau Meditation Retreat was established in 2019 in Cottonwood, Arizona by the Buddhist nun Hai Chau. The retreat was named by Abbot Nhat Quang of the Thường Chiếu Zen Monastery.
It stands among the many monasteries that follow the guidance of Zen master Thích Thanh Từ, carrying forward the living lineage of Trúc Lâm — the Bamboo Grove school of Vietnamese Zen.
Walk the grounds, hear the silence.
Moments from the retreat
Shrine halls, gardens, and gatherings across the seasons in the Verde Valley.
Come sit with us.
We welcome visitors by appointment. Please reach out before your visit so we can receive you well.
Practice, learn, and belong.
Whether you are new to meditation or returning to a long practice, you are welcome here. Send us a message to arrange a visit or to learn about gatherings and retreats.