Oak Creek Canyon, Arizona
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Oak Creek Canyon, Arizona
Swim in Oak Creek Canyon
5.0For this adventure you'll want to make your way to Oak Creek Canyon off highway 89 in Arizona. The GPS should get you there no problemo, my recommendation would be to look for a swimming hole upstream of Slide Rock State Park. Now this adventure is a little bit of a hunt, as you're driving the ca...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Fly Fish Oak Creek
4.0Oak Creek is spring fed from the upper reaches of Oak Creek Canyon. It flows into the Verde River and the upper sections provide for some excellent trout fishing. The trout is stocked from Page Springs Hatchery, below this area the water becomes to warm for trout to survive. While in the area, yo...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hike to the Wilson Mountain Summit - South Overlook
4.59.5 mi / 2600 ft gainEver wanted to see Sedona from a bird’s eye view? Sure, you could spring for a helicopter tour. Or…you could hike Wilson Mountain Summit! No other location in Sedona will offer you a view that is so expansive and so breathtaking (and one where you are actually looking DOWN on the helicopters givi...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Wilson Mountain Trail
11.78 mi / 3051 ft gainWilson Mountain Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Sedona, Arizona.Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hike Munds Mountain
6 mi / 1400 ft gainMunds Mt. is the highpoint due east of the town of Sedona, but due to its forested summit and trailhead accessibility limited to 4WD vehicles, it gets far less interest than hikes like Cathedral Rock, Wilson Mountain, or Fay Canyon yet has fantastic views of the town of Sedona and the surrounding...Read more -
6871 Arizona 89A, Arizona
Explore Slide Rock State Park
4.6This beautiful State Park, which is the original location of the Pendley Homestead, is a historic apple farm (the apple trees are still there!). This is a favorite stop for families in the summertime, so if you come then, make sure to arrive early. It’s common to find throngs of people in the cr...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Huckaby Trail
4.05.95 mi / 797 ft gainHuckaby Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Sedona, Arizona.Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Picnic at Banjo Bill
Nestled in Oak Creek Canyon, and throughout the Red Rock District are several picnic and day-use areas. Popular sites include; West Fork, Red Rock Crossing, Banjo Bill and Grasshopper, which provide unique hiking, creek side picnicking, swimming and fishing opportunities. All Oak Creek Canyon cam...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Devils Kitchen
5.00.35 mi / 23 ft gainGreat spot for photos, and is at the beginning of one of the best trails in Sedona. The parking lot can get full easily, since this is a very popular trail. The sinkhole is close to the trailhead, but I encourage you to continue on down the Soldier’s Pass trail. As with all outdoor advent...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Soldier's Pass Trail to Brins Mesa Trail
4.84.4 mi / 617 ft gainStarting at the trailhead is a parking lot for around 14 vehicles, arrive early in the morning if you want to be guaranteed a parking spot. Otherwise the hike starts off relatively easy with a quick stop at Devil's Kitchen; a big hole in the ground where a rock has now fallen in (see pictures). ...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Brins Mesa - Soldier Pass Loop
5.07.6 mi / 1040 ft gainThis loop starts from Vultee Arch Rd. Important to note that doing this loop from here requires a high clearance 4x4. In this direction, the trail starts off flat and crosses a dry creek bed several times. The trail is relatively easy to follow. This section passes through junipers that offer som...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Broken Arrow Trail to Chicken Point
4.62.79 mi / 420 ft gainStart your hike at the Broken Arrow Trailhead, just .2 miles past the end of Morgan Rd. You will be immediately greeted by Sedona slickrock trails and red rock views for days! Take a minute to sneak a peek at Devil's Dining Room Sinkhole around 0.6 miles in. It has a sign and is just of to the ri...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Broken Arrow Trail to Chapel of the Holy Cross
4.54.91 mi / 640 ft gainThe Broken Arrow Trail is stunning. To reach the Broken Arrow Trail from the town of Sedona, head south on 179-S for approximately 1.5 miles and turn left on Morgan Road. Drive down Morgan Road until you reach the end of the asphalt and it turns into a dirt road. Drive down the dirt road approx...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Airport Loop Trail
5.03.28 mi / 338 ft gainAirport Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Sedona, Arizona.Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hike the Chimney Rock Loop, Sedona
2 mi / 400 ft gainThis loop hike starts at the Andante Trailhead at the end of Andante Road on the edge of Sedona. From the parking area, turn left (west) onto the Andante Trail and follow it for a short distance until the trail ends on the Thunder Mountain Trail. Turn left and follow the Thunder Mountain Trail un...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
West Fork Trail
5.06.49 mi / 1102 ft gainThis is one of the most beautiful hikes in Sedona, Arizona. It is a fairly easy hike, although it is 6 miles roundtrip. A lot of families come here, and children love to play in the water. There are various stream crossings, but for most of them, you should be able to keep dry. The canyon walls ...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Oak Creek Canyon
Sedona, Arizona
Manzanita.
Overview
Manzanita Campground is a small, year-round, tent-only facility with campsites that fill up very quickly. Visitors enjoy the ca...
Sedona, Arizona
Chavez Crossing
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Chavez Crossing Group Campground is in the picturesque Red Rock district of Arizona, with famous red rock formations and breatht...
Sedona, Arizona
Cave Spring
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Cave Springs sits in the scenic Oak Creek Canyon and is one of Coconino National Forest's most popular campgrounds. The campgrou...
Sedona, Arizona
Pine Flat Campground West
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Pine Flat Campground is a popular camping spot in scenic Oak Creek Canyon in Arizona's Coconino National Forest. The campground ...
Sedona, Arizona
Crescent Moon Ranch (Az)
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Crescent Moon Ranch is an exceptional year-round place to stay in beautiful Sedona. The central Arizona facility is a rustic, hi...
Sedona, Arizona
Crescent Moon
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Crescent Moon sits beneath the towering Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the Southwest. This day-use area ...