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Vortex at Bell Rock

Do you know about the Sedona Vortexes? These spiritual places are thought to be swirling energy centers conducive to healing and transformation. They are the perfect place for meditation. Here is a list of the 4 main vortexes in Sedona: Airport Mesa Vortex Bell Rock Boynton Canyon Cathedral Rock People flock to Sedona to experience the Sedona Vortexes and feel the energy, and chill to the Sedona vibe. All the vortexes are wonderful Sedona hikes. One of the easiest to get to is the Airport Mesa. ~3 - 10 miles from house

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Vortex at Bell Rock

Bell Rock Trail

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Do you know about the Sedona Vortexes? These spiritual places are thought to be swirling energy centers conducive to healing and transformation. They are the perfect place for meditation. Here is a list of the 4 main vortexes in Sedona: Airport Mesa Vortex Bell Rock Boynton Canyon Cathedral Rock People flock to Sedona to experience the Sedona Vortexes and feel the energy, and chill to the Sedona vibe. All the vortexes are wonderful Sedona hikes. One of the easiest to get to is the Airport Mesa. ~3 - 10 miles from house

Schnebly Hill Road

For the adventurous folks (with high clearance 4×4 vehicles) the Schnebly Hill Rd Vista is an exhilarating experience with incredible views along the way. You definitely need a high clearance 4×4 vehicle. If you don’t own a high clearance set of wheels, you can rent a jeep in Sedona to drive the Schnebly Hill Road. Or book a tour with Pink Jeep Tours and leave the driving to someone else. The total route is about 12 miles (19 km) total but it will take you anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours to complete because it’s a rough road and you must maneuver carefully to avoid the huge rocks. ~35 miles/ 50 minutes from house

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Schnebly Hill Road

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For the adventurous folks (with high clearance 4×4 vehicles) the Schnebly Hill Rd Vista is an exhilarating experience with incredible views along the way. You definitely need a high clearance 4×4 vehicle. If you don’t own a high clearance set of wheels, you can rent a jeep in Sedona to drive the Schnebly Hill Road. Or book a tour with Pink Jeep Tours and leave the driving to someone else. The total route is about 12 miles (19 km) total but it will take you anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours to complete because it’s a rough road and you must maneuver carefully to avoid the huge rocks. ~35 miles/ 50 minutes from house

Slide Rock State Park Road

Slide Rock State Park features a natural rock water slide located in Oak Creek Canyon just 15 minutes from Sedona. But the crisp creek water is not the only draw to the area. Slide Rock State Park is surrounded by famous red rocks and desert scenery. The rock slide area at Slide Rock is 80 feet long and 2.5 to 4 feet wide, with a 7 percent decline from top to bottom. Algae on the rocks creates the slippery ride. Slide Rock includes a 1/2 mile of Oak Creek that is open for swimming, wading and sliding. The world-famous slide that our park is named for is an 80 foot-long slippery chute that is worn into sandstone. There are even three hiking trails in the area to explore before you cool off in the water! These include Pendley Homestead Trail (.25 miles), Slide Rock Route (.3 miles), and Clifftop Nature Trail (.25). Slide Rock State Park has all the fun of a water park, with all the natural beauty Sedona is so famous for! ~15 miles, 30 minutes from house

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Slide Rock State Park Road

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Slide Rock State Park features a natural rock water slide located in Oak Creek Canyon just 15 minutes from Sedona. But the crisp creek water is not the only draw to the area. Slide Rock State Park is surrounded by famous red rocks and desert scenery. The rock slide area at Slide Rock is 80 feet long and 2.5 to 4 feet wide, with a 7 percent decline from top to bottom. Algae on the rocks creates the slippery ride. Slide Rock includes a 1/2 mile of Oak Creek that is open for swimming, wading and sliding. The world-famous slide that our park is named for is an 80 foot-long slippery chute that is worn into sandstone. There are even three hiking trails in the area to explore before you cool off in the water! These include Pendley Homestead Trail (.25 miles), Slide Rock Route (.3 miles), and Clifftop Nature Trail (.25). Slide Rock State Park has all the fun of a water park, with all the natural beauty Sedona is so famous for! ~15 miles, 30 minutes from house

阿彌陀佛塔和和平公園

Sedona is known for stunning red rock landscape and as a spiritual place. Combine the two with a visit to the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park. The Sedona Amitabha Stupa gets its name from Buddha Amitabha – the Buddha of Limitless Light. Stupas are the oldest of Buddhist religious monuments. ~12 miles/ 26 minutes from house

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阿彌陀佛塔和和平公園

2650 Pueblo Dr

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Sedona is known for stunning red rock landscape and as a spiritual place. Combine the two with a visit to the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park. The Sedona Amitabha Stupa gets its name from Buddha Amitabha – the Buddha of Limitless Light. Stupas are the oldest of Buddhist religious monuments. ~12 miles/ 26 minutes from house

Little Horse Trail

One of the best red rock hikes in Sedona, Little Horse Trail is a beauty. The trailhead is near the Chapel of the Holy Cross church, watch for it beyond the left side of the trail. When you hike (or bike) to the top of Little Horse Trail, you’ll have the reward of spectacular views of the Sedona red rocks. Another popular thing to do in Sedona is to take a Pink Jeep tour up to the red rocks, one of the tours includes a trip to the top of Little Horse Trail. ~ 5 miles / 12 minutes from house

Little Horse Trail

One of the best red rock hikes in Sedona, Little Horse Trail is a beauty. The trailhead is near the Chapel of the Holy Cross church, watch for it beyond the left side of the trail. When you hike (or bike) to the top of Little Horse Trail, you’ll have the reward of spectacular views of the Sedona red rocks. Another popular thing to do in Sedona is to take a Pink Jeep tour up to the red rocks, one of the tours includes a trip to the top of Little Horse Trail. ~ 5 miles / 12 minutes from house

Montezuma Castle Road

Montezuma Castle is one of the best preserved Indian ruins in North America. The cliff dwellings are around 800 years old, but no one has lived there since around the year 1450. Montezuma Well is a sink hole that releases over 1 million gallons of water per day. There are some cliff dwellings at the well and you can walk down to the water. Note that Montezuma Well is 10 miles away from Montezuma Castle National Monument. ~20 miles/ 30 minutes from house

Montezuma Castle Road

Montezuma Castle is one of the best preserved Indian ruins in North America. The cliff dwellings are around 800 years old, but no one has lived there since around the year 1450. Montezuma Well is a sink hole that releases over 1 million gallons of water per day. There are some cliff dwellings at the well and you can walk down to the water. Note that Montezuma Well is 10 miles away from Montezuma Castle National Monument. ~20 miles/ 30 minutes from house

死馬牧場州立公園

This Arizona state park is a lovely oasis with three lagoons for kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. Campsites and cabins are available for rent. Dead Horse Ranch State Park is perfect for a family day trip from Sedona. Walk around the lagoons and watch for the pair of bald eagles that come back to nest in the springtime. Fall is a wonderful time to visit the park when the cottonwood trees are a stunning golden display. ~22 miles / 35 minutes from house

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死馬牧場州立公園

675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd

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This Arizona state park is a lovely oasis with three lagoons for kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. Campsites and cabins are available for rent. Dead Horse Ranch State Park is perfect for a family day trip from Sedona. Walk around the lagoons and watch for the pair of bald eagles that come back to nest in the springtime. Fall is a wonderful time to visit the park when the cottonwood trees are a stunning golden display. ~22 miles / 35 minutes from house

Tuzigoot National Monument Visitor Center

The word Tuzigoot is derived from the Apache word for ‘crooked water’ and the site was named at the suggestion of an Apache member of the excavation project. Southwest of Sedona and near Cottonwood, this important historic site was a pueblo of the Sinagua people. The site is one of the largest pueblos in Arizona, built from limestone and sandstone, and consisting of more than 100 rooms in total. The Sinagua people were farmers. They grew beans, corn, cotton, and squash and built the living quarters between 1000 and 1400 CE. Walk the short trail through the historic ruins then take the boardwalk to Tavasci Marsh, watching for birds and listening to birdsong. A wetland in the desert is a rare thing to see. ~ 25 miles / 42 minutes from house

Tuzigoot National Monument Visitor Center

Tuzigoot Road

The word Tuzigoot is derived from the Apache word for ‘crooked water’ and the site was named at the suggestion of an Apache member of the excavation project. Southwest of Sedona and near Cottonwood, this important historic site was a pueblo of the Sinagua people. The site is one of the largest pueblos in Arizona, built from limestone and sandstone, and consisting of more than 100 rooms in total. The Sinagua people were farmers. They grew beans, corn, cotton, and squash and built the living quarters between 1000 and 1400 CE. Walk the short trail through the historic ruins then take the boardwalk to Tavasci Marsh, watching for birds and listening to birdsong. A wetland in the desert is a rare thing to see. ~ 25 miles / 42 minutes from house

Devil's Bridge Trail

Devil's Bridge is the largest natural sandstone arch in the Sedona area. Don't let its name fool you because it's one of the most heavenly sights in an area famous for beautiful scenery. From a trailhead elevation of 4,600 feet, there's a mere 400 foot climb in altitude during this moderately difficult, 1.8-mile roundtrip trek. ~14 miles / 38 minutes from house

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Devil's Bridge Trail

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Devil's Bridge is the largest natural sandstone arch in the Sedona area. Don't let its name fool you because it's one of the most heavenly sights in an area famous for beautiful scenery. From a trailhead elevation of 4,600 feet, there's a mere 400 foot climb in altitude during this moderately difficult, 1.8-mile roundtrip trek. ~14 miles / 38 minutes from house

Palatki Heritage Site

The ancient ruins at Honanki and Palatki pueblos offer a glimpse into the past lives of the Hopi ancestors, known as the Sinagua people. The road to the ruins is a bumpy ride on a washboard road but it’s worth it. And if you’re into free camping or off roading trails then make sure to plan extra time here. ~22 miles / 50 minutes from house

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Palatki Heritage Site

10290 Forest Rd

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The ancient ruins at Honanki and Palatki pueblos offer a glimpse into the past lives of the Hopi ancestors, known as the Sinagua people. The road to the ruins is a bumpy ride on a washboard road but it’s worth it. And if you’re into free camping or off roading trails then make sure to plan extra time here. ~22 miles / 50 minutes from house

Page Springs Hatchery

Located in Cornville, about 25-minutes drive from Sedona, the Page Springs Hatchery is a cool destination during hot weather, with Lower Oak Creek and lots of trees. Over half of Arizona’s stock trout begin their life at Page Springs, that’s around 750,000 trout. Arizona Game and Fish Department run the hatchery. Birding is popular at Page Springs Hatchery. Sit down and watch for a while, you will probably see some interesting birds like herons, kingfishers, bald eagles, or ducks, to name a few. Hours: 7 am to 3:30 pm daily (closed for Thanksgiving and Christmas) ~18 miles / 28 minutes from house

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Page Springs Hatchery

1600 N Page Springs Rd

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Located in Cornville, about 25-minutes drive from Sedona, the Page Springs Hatchery is a cool destination during hot weather, with Lower Oak Creek and lots of trees. Over half of Arizona’s stock trout begin their life at Page Springs, that’s around 750,000 trout. Arizona Game and Fish Department run the hatchery. Birding is popular at Page Springs Hatchery. Sit down and watch for a while, you will probably see some interesting birds like herons, kingfishers, bald eagles, or ducks, to name a few. Hours: 7 am to 3:30 pm daily (closed for Thanksgiving and Christmas) ~18 miles / 28 minutes from house

Grasshopper Point Swimming & Picnic Area

Nestled in the base of Oak Creek Canyon is a large cliff side swimming hole known as Grasshopper Point. This day use site is popular with swimmers and picnickers alike. The swimming hole is shaded and cool, a good respite from the summer heat. There are three popular trails accessible from the Grasshopper Point parking lot: Allen's Bend goes north and connects with Casner Canyon Trail. Allen's Bend also goes south and connects with Huckaby Trail. ~10 miles / 23 minutes from house

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Grasshopper Point Swimming & Picnic Area

Arizona 89A

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Nestled in the base of Oak Creek Canyon is a large cliff side swimming hole known as Grasshopper Point. This day use site is popular with swimmers and picnickers alike. The swimming hole is shaded and cool, a good respite from the summer heat. There are three popular trails accessible from the Grasshopper Point parking lot: Allen's Bend goes north and connects with Casner Canyon Trail. Allen's Bend also goes south and connects with Huckaby Trail. ~10 miles / 23 minutes from house

Merry Go Round Rock Road

Sedona is a great destination for stargazing pretty much year-round – with one exception. In the late summer months between early July and late August, it’s known as monsoon season in Arizona. Sedona is arguably one of the best communities in the world for stargazing, as it is one of only 20 certified Dark Sky Communities in the world. The city has made conscientious efforts to reduce light pollution, from low-lumen lighting to properly hooded and directed light fixtures. Here is a list of some of the best star gazing areas: Merry-Go-Round Rock along Schnebly Hill Road Two Trees Observing Area The Jordan Trailhead Observing Area Crescent Moon Picnic Site Turkey Creek Trailhead Baldwin Trail Centennial Trail Stargazing Tours in Sedona If you’d rather have a guide to the night sky while stargazing in Sedona, you’re in luck. There’s a fantastic (and highly acclaimed) tour operated by Sedona Stargazing. They offer small-group tours of no more than 12 people. You’ll see at least six night sky objects through the telescope during their 90-minute tour. Tours are offered almost every night and prices range from $40-$70 per person.

Merry Go Round Rock Road

Sedona is a great destination for stargazing pretty much year-round – with one exception. In the late summer months between early July and late August, it’s known as monsoon season in Arizona. Sedona is arguably one of the best communities in the world for stargazing, as it is one of only 20 certified Dark Sky Communities in the world. The city has made conscientious efforts to reduce light pollution, from low-lumen lighting to properly hooded and directed light fixtures. Here is a list of some of the best star gazing areas: Merry-Go-Round Rock along Schnebly Hill Road Two Trees Observing Area The Jordan Trailhead Observing Area Crescent Moon Picnic Site Turkey Creek Trailhead Baldwin Trail Centennial Trail Stargazing Tours in Sedona If you’d rather have a guide to the night sky while stargazing in Sedona, you’re in luck. There’s a fantastic (and highly acclaimed) tour operated by Sedona Stargazing. They offer small-group tours of no more than 12 people. You’ll see at least six night sky objects through the telescope during their 90-minute tour. Tours are offered almost every night and prices range from $40-$70 per person.