resting spot

Where you pause

A resting spot is a place where someone or something pauses to rest.

The term appears in contexts ranging from hiking trails to bird migration: We found a shady resting spot by the creek, The pond serves as a resting spot for migrating geese.

Any location suited for temporary respite qualifies.

Related

haven · peaceful retreat · retreat · shade · hammock · oasis · shelter · pause · respite · layover · pit stop · wayside inn · alcove · hideaway · wayside · clearing · lodge · roost

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Opposites
activity level

resting spotactivity center

Multipurpose gathering facility

training ground · gym · workplace · workstation · exercise area

journey stage

resting spotdestination

Intended arrival point

endpoint · terminus · starting point · point of departure · journey's end

purpose/function

resting spotworkplace

Employment location

worksite · labor camp · sweatshop · factory floor · construction site

Family

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