Red Rock Country

Hit The Trail

One of the most popular ways to spend time in Sedona is on the trails. Whatever your preference for length and difficulty, there’s sure to be a trek for you. Red Rock State Parkis an environmental education center and nature preserve all in one. The trails within the park wind through stunning scenery framed by mature juniper and manzanita trees. Oak Creek flows through the park as well, creating a diverse habitat and beautiful landscape. The park offers three main trail options to explore: Eagle’s Nest, Apache Fire Trail and Kisva Trail.

Devil’s Bridge is one of the area’s most photographed landmarks—and for good reason! It’s the largest natural sandstone arch in the Sedona (coming in at about 54 feet tall and45 feet long)—so hikers make their way to the top to get a photo standing on the exhilaratingly thin bridge. The trail up involves a moderately difficult 1.8-mile roundtrip hike in the scenic Coconino National Forest.

Sedona Savasana

In recent years, Sedona has become a hot spot for yogis. Why, you ask? Sedona has long been thought of as a special place when it comes to energy. Some believe cosmic energy radiates from the red rocks, and some believe it’s the work of vortexes. These vortexes are thought to be swirling centers of energy conducive to meditation, healing and recharging. The four best places to embrace the energy are Airport Mesa, Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock and Boynton Canyon. 

Lovely Landscape

If hiking through nature isn’t your jam, instead, ride through it in style. Snag incredible views via a train car on the Verde Canyon Railroad. Grab a seat in one of the open-aircars, or ride in luxury in an air-conditioned club car, complete with food and drinks. When envisioning wine growing areas, we often think of lush, green vines on rolling hillsides—not the warm desert setting of Arizona. But to the surprise of many, among the sandy sprawls and towering mountains are small microclimates perfect for growing wine. A few suggested wineries to try area specialties are Secret Garden Café at Tlaquepaque, Burning Tree Cellars and Page Springs Cellars. If you’d rather relax and let someone else do the planning, keep it easy by signing up for one of the many Sedona wine tours.

Follow the footsteps of the Indigenous peoples of the Verde Valley by exploring several heritage sites in the area. Spots like the Honanki Heritage Site, Palatki Heritage Site and Tuzigoot National Monument offer the opportunity to learn about the journey of the area’s Native population. Many of these locations are still cherished by the Hopi, Yavapai and Apache, so be sure to visit respectfully.

Just two hours north of Phoenix, Sedona has evolved into a top travel destination fort hose in need of a respite. Along with the unique attractions, luxury accommodations, award-winning wineries and breadth of amenities, it’s truly a desert oasis.

Sedona takes preserving nature very seriously. Be sure to practice the seven principles of "Leave No Trace"

• Plan Ahead and Prepare
• Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
• Dispose of Waste Properly
• Leave What You Find
• Minimize Campfire Impacts
• Respect Wildlife
• Be Considerate of Others

Planning a trip to Sedona? Consider picking up a Red Rock Pass. With the pass, visitors gain entry to more than 15 sites. Plus, the proceeds from the fees are used to help maintain local landscapes.