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1. Boynton Canyon Trail
- For many visitors who come to Sedona to experience first-hand the dream-like, red rock landscape of this Southwestern destination, hiking Boynton... read more
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- Nile Expert Tip: An easy hike into a scenic box canyon and one of the most beloved vortex spots in Sedona. Be patient...
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2. Oak Creek Canyon
- A trip to Sedona would not be complete without a day spent bumming around Oak Creek Canyon. Traveling from Flagstaff to Sedona, Ponderosa pines... read more
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3. Tlaquepaque
- This open-air shopping center is modeled after a picturesque Mexican village and named after the artisan suburb outside Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.... read more
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4. Energy Vortexes
- New Age thinkers interested in basking in the radiance of swirling spiritual energy come from all over the world to experience the vortexes of... read more
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5. Cathedral Rock
- Cathedral Rock is one of Sedona's most famous scenic landmarks, a majestic monolith with red spires twisting up toward the sky, perfect for getting... read more
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6. Fay Canyon Trail
- Fay Canyon Trail is a moderately easy but sometimes steep 1.1-mile trail that draws visitors eager to climb through the canyon's natural red rock... read more
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7. Red Rock Balloon Adventures
- Experience the magnificent scenery of Sedona from the perspective of a red-tailed hawk, soaring quietly above the towering red rock and snaking... read more
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8. Red Rock State Park
- This 286-acre state park preserves many of the famous monoliths and formations that have made Sedona's "Red Rock Country" famous around the world.... read more
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9. Sedona Red Rock Jeep Tours
- If you're looking for something to do in Sedona that will take you to deep into Red Rock Country, book a seat on a commercial jeep tour and explore... read more
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10. Slide Rock State Park
- This popular state park, located just outside Sedona, has a long and colorful history. Slide Rock State Park was established on what was once the... read more
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Whether you're seeking mystical transcendence amongst the red rocks, or just a serene Southwestern sojourn in one of the most scenic places on Earth, there are plenty of things to do in Sedona that will complement just about any travel agenda. Even if Sedona's famed energy vortexes hold no special appeal for you, the city easily lays claim to some of the best hiking, resort spas, restaurants, and shopping in Arizona.
No visit to Sedona would be complete without exploring the spectacular red rocks on foot. We recommend setting aside at least one day for hiking. Even if you don't think of yourself as the "outdoorsy type," there's no better way to experience Sedona's mild climate and rich biodiversity than by spending a good part of your visit outdoors.
Popular trails include the West Fork Trail in Oak Creek Canyon, Fay Canyon Trail in West Sedona, and the short but steep trail that takes you into the gaps of one of Sedona's most recognizable natural landmarks, Cathedral Rock. But our favorite Sedona hike is Boynton Canyon Trail, a scenic trek that leads you into one of the most popular box canyons in the Southwest. This is a very popular walk, but we're more than willing to sacrifice a little solitude in exchange for the outstanding scenery.
If your goal is to leave no Sedona stone unturned, continue your exploration by air with an early morning sunrise hot air balloon ride over the city. If that sounds a little too grand for your visit, book your seat on one of several commercial Sedona jeep tours instead, which take visitors on off-road adventures deep into Sedona and the surrounding region.
Of course, true believers (and curious visitors) will want to take the time to explore the city's energy vortexes -- natural areas said to contain special "power points" of energy that facilitate prayer and healing -- that have helped establish Sedona as the New Age capital of the Southwest.
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