Frequently Asked Questions
Our hope and prayer is that you will come and experience the presence of the living God in His Garden.
Your divine appointment with the King of Kings is waiting here for you.
God Bless,
Location, Hours and Admission
520 Benson Drive, Kerrville, TX 78028. We are located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. If you are driving on I-10 take Exit 508.
Garden admission is FREE! This garden is completely donor operated. Donations are greatly appreciated. Donate here.
- The Garden is open 365 days per year from 7:00 AM to 10:00pm, including all holidays. The only time the Garden is closed is in the event of inclement weather.
- The office is open 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday – Friday. We are closed on all federal holidays.
- The Gift Shop is open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, 7 days per week. Call 830-285-7329 for exact hours as there may be seasonal hour changes.
Yes, the Garden is wheelchair accessible. There is a wheelchair accessible drop-off area at the main walking path. The main walking path is completely concrete paved. The side paths are constructed of crushed granite.
There is an ADA approved wheelchair accessible restroom stall available.
There is a dedicated parking lot for Handicap parking, as well. As with all handicap parking spaces, it is first come, first serve.
If you would like to see and experience all of the 24.5 acre garden, please allow about 30 minutes to see the first five sculptures at the front entrance, which is named “THE JORDAN RIVER CROSSING.”
Then, allow at least 15 minutes to see the massive new “LION OF JUDAH” bronze sculpture, as you reach the top of the hill.
Finally, allow at least an hour to see the seven sculptures on top of the hill all given by all three donor artist families. You will also want to allow time to experience the magnificent, 77’7” Cor-ten steel sculpture, “THE EMPTY CROSS” with is at the end of the 300’ cross-shaped garden.
As you are about to leave the garden property, you may want to stop at the new, DONOR ARTISTS GALLERY & GIFT SHOP, located in the “Outer Court” at the bottom of the hill. This unique store features the small and large artwork of the three donor artists: Beverly Paddleford, David Broussard and Max Greiner, Jr.
So, we recommend that you spend at least two to three hours at God’s garden! Many visitors stay much longer to meditate, pray and worship God. One man from Arizona spotted the cross from the highway and stayed 42 days, because the presence of God was so strong!
We are open 7am – 12am (midnight) 365 days a year – Always admission is FREE!
Brand new Portable Toilets have been installed April 2023; two of which are handicap accessible.
There is one Portable Toilet outside of the Gift Shop & Gallery.
The nearest public restrooms (climate-controlled) are at the nearby gas stations and fast food restaurants.
No, the Garden is open to the public.
- Bring your own water, sunscreen, snacks or whatever you need to be comfortable. We do not offer concessions at this time. Any kind of alcohol is NOT permitted in the Garden.
- MARKERS: Please bring your own markers to write on prayer rocks that are in the designated prayer rock stone bins. We ask that you do not leave them here to help us minimize the writing on our prayer benches or graffiti on our sculptures.
- You are welcome to bring a picnic lunch. We ask that you please put your trash in a trash bin located around the Garden.
- The Garden is well lit at night. We have street lights that come on at dusk.
Parking
Yes, there is ample parking at the top of the Garden. We have additional unpaved parking areas that we can make available during busy holidays and for large events.
There is space available during regular hours of operation in the lower open space near the Gift Shop/office where a RV could easily park. You would then need to walk up the large hill to the main part of the sculpture garden. There is NO OVERNIGHT parking for anyone, for any reason.
Yes, the Garden is wheelchair accessible. There is a wheelchair accessible drop-off area at the main walking path. The main walking path is completely concrete paved. The side paths are constructed of crushed granite.
There is an ADA approved wheelchair accessible restroom stall available.
There is a dedicated parking lot for Handicap parking, as well. As with all handicap parking spaces, it is first come, first serve.
Yes, there are camping opportunities near Kerrville. We suggest a simple Google or TripAdvisor search to find businesses. We are not endorsing these; we are simply providing them for reference.
Miscellaneous
The Garden is debt free, non-profit outdoor museum and exists on gracious donations by the visitors. Be Blessed & enjoy your visit!
You may make a donation at https://pavethewaytothecross.org
Yes, definitely, we simply ask that you keep them on a leash, pick up after them if needed and respect other guests.
Yes, you can but keep in mind any photography for commercial use will require written permission from the artists.
Please see the Copyright Request Form, by clicking this link.
The Garden is debt free, non-profit outdoor museum and exists on gracious donations by the visitors. Be Blessed & enjoy your visit!
We accept cash, checks and credit cards.
IN PERSON Cash or check donations may be placed in a donation envelope provided at each of the donation boxes or under the brown pavilion. Please leave us your name and address if you would like a tax-free donation letter receipt.
ONLINE You may also visit Pave The Way to The Cross to find out about current donation opportunties and donate online.
or QUICK DONATE VIA PAYPAL
VIA PHONE Credit card donations can be made through our website or by calling the Garden office Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Yes, we have Chaplains here throughout the day that come to pray with our visitors and give information about the Garden. They are easily identified in a red apron, a red cap and a name tag. Our Chaplains do not accept tips of any kind. All “tips” should be put in the donation boxes (located throughout the Garden) to help us further the Kingdom of God.
Yes, to the left of the Cross in the brown pavilion, you can pick up various brochures and other free God-stuff. Don’t forget to pick up the CD or QR code brochure that tells the incredible God story of how this garden was started completely by donations and remains debt free.
We have up-to-date security cameras all around the Garden. When holidays or events are scheduled additional security guards are on the premises.
Tours & Events
For groups of 10 or more, if you would like to schedule a tour, please call the Garden office Monday – Friday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM at 830-928-7774. They will assist you in scheduling a tour. If possible, we like to have at least 2 weeks’ notice. There is ample parking for 55-passenger tour buses. We are happy to set that up for you.
Absolutely! If you would like to schedule a baptism, please call the office. The office is open Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Phone # 830-928-7774. We can schedule a baptism with one of our Chaplains or you can bring a Pastor to perform your own baptism.
If you are already in the garden and a Chaplain is present who can baptize you then you don’t need to schedule a baptism. It can be done at the moment.
No, we do not allow weddings of any kind at the Garden.
Yes, call the office Monday – Friday between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM at 830-928-7774. All memorials need prior approval. Please call the office.
Events change from year to year. It would be best to check the Calendar Page.
Please visit Pave The Way to The Cross to find out about current donation opportunites.
All events need prior approval. Please contact the office if you want to bring a group of 10 or more or if you want to have any kind of special event. The office is open Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Phone # 830-928-7774.
We are the venue only. You will need to provide your own chairs, tables and equipment.
You may see the Current Events Calendar here.
Open 7:00AM to 10:00PM
Daily: Free Admission