Sedona

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Introduction

Sedona - Chapel of the Holy Cross, Sedona, Arizona

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Known as Red Rock Country, Sedona is one of Arizona's most praised tourist areas, probably because it offers so many options for all types of visitors. For the hiker, there are numerous hikes from easy to down-right draining. For the photographer, Sedona's red rocks practically glow in the light. For the arts and craft lover, Sedona has an amazing number of shops along it's pretty main street. And finally those looking for metaphysical enlightenment can hit one of the many crystal shops and then hike out to an energy vortex.

Sights and Activities

Outdoor pursuits like hiking, fishing and mountain biking are very popular in Sedona. Crescent Moon recreation area offers amazing views of Cathedral Rock and Castle Rock, while ot the north Oak Creek Canyon has hiking opportunities. To park your car at any of the many parks to hike, you will need to purchase a Red Rock Pass. The passes are $5 for a single day, $15 for a week or $20 for the year. More details on the red rock pass can be found at the official website.

Sedona is home to many vortexes, places where spiritual and metaphysical energy are concentrated, giving those who experience them emotional insights, unbounded joy and physical well-being. There are a number of tours that will take you to one of the vortex sites, or you can hike there on your own. The Visit Sedona site offers more information on the vortexes, and the visitor information office offers maps to the vortexes. And yes, they are called vortexes, not vortices, in Sedona.

The Crescent Moon Ranch is a picnic area which offers some of the best photo ops of the nearby Cathedral Rock reflected in Oak Creek. Entry is $7 per vehicle. The Ranch is down the Upper Red Rock road is Crescent Moon ranch.

Events and Festivals

June sees the Festival of Native American Culture, including a film festival, music and dance festival, fine arts and crafts festival.

October has the Sedona Arts Festival, one of the top art festivals in the USA.

For a full listing of events, check out the Event Calendar at Visit Sedona.

Getting There

By Plane

By Train

By Car

Highway 89A runs from Highway 17 into Sedona through Oak Creek Canyon. It includes many switch-backs as it snakes up and down the canyon, and is a truly beautiful drive.

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Car

By Public Transport

Road Runner offers bus service in Sedona.

By Foot

By Bike

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