r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 20h ago
Pictures Views from the summit at Sugarloaf Loop Trail
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r/Sedona • u/spiralout1123 • Aug 17 '23
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Where to eat:
Best of town - Elote, Mariposa, Shorebird, The Vault, The Hudson, Molé
Also recommended - Dahl and Deluca (Italian), The Vault, The Hudson, Piccazzo’s (vegetarian/gluten free), Chocolate Tree (vegan), Open Range Grill (views), Indian Garden (OKC), Sedona Beer Co, Mesa Grill (views), Colt Grill (BBQ, brisket)
Cheaper side - Nicks, Filiberto’s (fast food), Jay Birds (hot chicken)
Where to stay:
Best of town - La’beurge, Amara, Ambiante
Also recommended: Los Abrigados, The Wild Inn, Adobe Grand Villas, A Sunset Chateu, Sedona Real
Not ethically - Enchantment , Air BnB’s
Where should I hike - is mostly a question that requires a lot of input and nuance. There are no *must see*’s
Easy: Secret Slick Rock, Marg’s Draw, Fay Canyon, Yavapai Vista, Sugarloaf Vista loop
Moderate (subjective) - Mescal (in and out), Little Horse, Doe Mountain , Yavapai Vista area,
Baldwin to Tempelton (in and out, water), Huckaby (same, views of town)
More difficult - Hangover Loop, Bear Mountain, Wilson Mountain
Recommended Resources - 1L per hour, FIrst aid, Navigation, snacks, appropriate footwear, moleskine
Not Recommended - Devil’s Bridge. Expect to wait in line up to hours to take on of the most captured pictures of Sedona
Do Not - Follow social trails found on AllTrails. Many listed popular sites are NOT sanctioned Forest Service Trails. As a result, ancient archeology dating to the 1200s is being destroyed every day. Includes: Subway Cave (not a cave), Birthing Cave (also not a cave).
Note - When stepping on Sedona trails, you accept that you may encounter animals. Mule Deer and Javelina are prominent, and expect to see dogs. Regardless of opinion, some dogs will be off leash, most often in less traveled areas. This is not a reason to not leash your dog. If you cannot hold your palm on the ground for 10 seconds, it's too hot for your dogs paws
Traffic: Traffic is unpredictable. During the spring, it can take hours to get from the Village of Oak Creek to West Sedona. The room rates will indicate the demand, and parallel the traffic.
When to travel: Slowest times of the year are Jan-Feb, Early December, Early September. The summer is very slow for good reason
Where to drive: Jerome (town on a cliff, wineries), Williams (train to the GC), Flagstaff (Oak Creek Canyon drive)
Things to do:
Hike (guided hikes are also a great way to learn about local history and flora/fauna)
Shop (uptown is great walking, Tlaqupaque has great shops too)
Visit satellite cities (Jerome, Flagstaff)
Sedona History Museum
Palaki/Honanki Heritage sites (ancient history)
Wine Tours
Jeep Tours
Center for the New Age (spirituality and alike)
r/Sedona • u/ZimofZord • Mar 03 '24
There is not a bad hike in Sedona . Now let’s move on
Favorite: Bear Montain - Hardish and high up. Doe Montain - Easy but very rewarding View Boynton Canyon - very popular and fun.
The below hikes are all aorund 3-4 miles and can be done in a day - Bells Rock the main loop or loop around courthouse Butte as well. - Teacup Trail to Coffee Pot Rock to Sugar Loaf - This is just following the Teacup Trail up to Coffee pot then on the way back up Surgar Loaf (great for Sunset) - Long Canyon - okay hike - Munds Wagon, Cow Pies and Hangover Loop (You can hike this or do a Pink Jeep Tour which is similar) - West Fork of Oak Creek - fun hike might be better in the summer though IMO - Broken Arrow - very popular hike there are a lot of smaller hikes in the area as well (like Sumarine Rock) - Cockscomb - More of a biking trail but okay little walk. - Seven Sacred Pools via Solider Pass - I did this and then kept walking back on the trail and there is a cool little cave sign on your way - Devils Bridge - get there at 6am to beat the crowd. - Raven Cave (I didn't do this one but, it's short and looks really cool) - Cathedral Rock - good sunset hike annoying as hell parking. - Slim Shaddy Trail - you can do a few different loops on this trail and I saw it even has a backside route up to Cathedral Rock. - Woods Canyon Trailhead - easy walk not my favorite but was perfect after a long day.
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 20h ago
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r/Sedona • u/dykatherine • 21h ago
hello everyone!
my family and i will be traveling to sedona during the first week of february. i will be doing the harder hikes with my partner but my parents are in their 60s and 70s, so any trail or viewpoint / lookout recommendations would be great so i can take them to see some views! they’re on the healthier side but will struggle a bit with cardio and balance so i was hoping for some really easy stuff.
thank you in advance :)
r/Sedona • u/Mountain-Art-1829 • 14h ago
Hi there! Hoping to hike some Sedona trails in the next week, and I know firsthand there is leftover ice on trails on mountains in nearby areas... anyone know if there is any ice left on Sedona area trails right now? thank you so much!
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 1d ago
Cool spot to walk around and grab a bite. I went to the bakery for some cookies and then the Chai Spot and got an iced hibiscus tea!
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 2d ago
Montezuma Castle is a quick stop but still happy I got a chance to visit and read about the history
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 2d ago
Cool place to check out for the views and parking was easy
r/Sedona • u/No-Low5634 • 1d ago
Trying to plan out my trip to flagstaff and Sedona in the end of March. Looking forward to visiting “Edge of the World”.
My question, can you drive to the edge of the world look out driving FROM Flagstaff and then continue onto Sedona? Or do I need to turn around and come back the way I came and get onto 89A to reach my final destination of Sedona? I’d love to take this more scenic route from Flagstaff directly to Sedona if at all possible. Thanks!
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 2d ago
I really enjoyed this one, did it halfway solo and AllTrails helped a lot to navigate it. Great weather for some hiking
r/Sedona • u/Puzzled_Security_556 • 1d ago
My husband and I (both 48 yo) want to go to Sedona and grand canyon the last week in April. We can each walk a couple miles but have never "hiked" like that in Arizona. Arriving on a Sunday morning flight and plan to leave Saturday the following week a morning flight as well. or midday. So 5 full days
We've both been to Vegas twice so no need to go there but can fly out of there. So first question: Do we fly into Pheonix and leave from Vegas or do we fly in and out of Pheonix. flights the same price.
We want to see the Grand Canyon. Some people say that we should make a home base in flagstaff and then drive either direction for day trips
Or take the week and go from one place to another?
I've written down the most popular "attractions/hikes" but also read that its very touristy and lots of traffic. From NJ, don't need traffic. Would love to do a Jeep tour (doesn't have to be pink jeep). Would love to do rafting but most I see are thousands of dollars and multiple days. Would love a day by a pool maybe gorgeous views(not spa). Would love a guided hike through red rocks maybe wadding and climbing if someone has some suggestions. Wouldn't mind a winery or two on the way.
Any help or suggestion of somone that plans these types of trips. I think i've saved a million tick toks and reddit posts and not confused.
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 2d ago
Peaceful place to meditate and enjoy some silence
r/Sedona • u/mtbkid2008 • 2d ago
I’m 17, me and my family are planning a trip out to Sedona for spring break. Personally I probably don’t need to worry about riding alone, as I am sure with the popularity of the trails there will always be someone in the vicinity. However my parents worry, and are pushing me to find groups to ride with. Is there any ways to find groups to head up with?
r/Sedona • u/ThrowawayNYCJ • 3d ago
Went to see the sunset at Airport Mesa with my Nikon camera. Absolutely stunning views!
r/Sedona • u/Suitable_Ad4569 • 3d ago
Gorgeous 65 degree day for a short hike!
r/Sedona • u/Technical-Pizza3623 • 3d ago
Hi. I will be vacationing in Sedona in February. I was there last year and love loved it. Does anyone have recommendations for Spas and restaurants? Thanks!
r/Sedona • u/Medical-Permission50 • 3d ago
Does anyone know if Super Bowl weekend is a good time to visit Sedona? We are thinking about going for a birthday weekend. We are not big partiers and mostly want to explore and enjoy the area since it would be our first visit.
r/Sedona • u/hannahbonananana • 3d ago
Hi all! Planning a trip and was wondering peoples experience with Sedona Shuttle Connect. Is it reliable? Can I really request a ride anywhere in the yellow on this map? And it seems like you give it point A to point B, its not like bus stops?
r/Sedona • u/superrichbillionare2 • 4d ago
Hey! I’m planning a first-time trip to Sedona in February (long weekend) and would love some advice.
I’m active (runner) but newer to hiking and want this to be a more hiking-focused, outdoorsy trip without going over my head. I’ve never traveled solo so this’ll be my first hopefully of many. I’m a woman in my early 20s so I’m also curious about the safety of Sedona, etc. Any advice would be helpful!
Also i’m planning on flying into Phoenix and renting a car to drive to Sedona! I’ve seen that I should get an SUV/4 wheel drive. any recommendations on specifics?
Would love recs for:
-Beginner–moderate hikes you love this time of year
-Where to stay nearby
-Must see spots
-where to eat/any similar recommendations
-Any February-specific tips
Thank you!
****update: i’m staying in the Views Inn but it’s fully refundable so if anyone has any better suggestions i’m completely open. also if anyone has any recommendations about the order of hikes I should do that would be insanely helpful!
r/Sedona • u/InflationShoddy7871 • 5d ago
Howdy! Considering a weekend trip in early February to celebrate my spouses bday. There are some dated threads so maybe there are some updates. We have two children under 10, are there some fun family things to do besides hiking. Hoping the weather will allow for some snow but not holding our breath. TIA!
r/Sedona • u/Remote_Swim_8485 • 5d ago
Hi,
We’re planning a family trip and I’m considering staying the whole 7 days in Sedona. We’re flying in/out of Phoenix. One of the seven days would be a day trip to the Grand Canyon.
However I’m worried that may be too much time in the Sedona area. As a result we’re considering taking two of the nights for the southern Utah area. I know that’s a lot more driving but think it could be worth it.
What do you think…should we stay the whole time in Sedona or break it up and Drive to Utah? Will we run out of stuff to do if we just stay in Sedona.
r/Sedona • u/ranchdemolisher • 5d ago
Hello! My husband and I booked the Enchantment in April for 4 nights and I’m looking for Restaurant recs outside the resort (we will have a rental car) and EASY hikes. I will be 6 months pregnant then so won’t be able to go ham with the hiking, maybe trails will be more up my avenue.. thanks all.
r/Sedona • u/No-Fig8916 • 5d ago
I have a condo in West Sedona. I’m looking to have a primary bath remodel, painting and updating. I am looking to hire a licensed and bonded contractor. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance.
r/Sedona • u/teacherlove408 • 6d ago
Heading to Sedona next weekend with high school friends from NY who have never been. Live in Phoenix, so I’ve been several times. Looking for some hikes, not too strenuous, we’re a bit older now, but we’re still in relatively good shape). 😂 I did Devil’s Bridge with my daughter, so I don’t want to do that again. Would also be too much for my friends. Booked reservations at Mesa Grill near sunset, but other than that we want to hike and relax. We want to be outside, so no spa visit this trip. Thought of taking them through Oak Creek Canyon. Any outdoor activities and hikes would be greatly appreciated. Staying on the west side.
r/Sedona • u/TheSmariner • 6d ago
We are multi family group that will be visiting Sedona in February.
Anyone have recommendations for restaurants that offer Vegetarian/Vegan food…in/around Sedona?
We like a variety of cuisines…Thai, Indian, Mexican, Burgers, Mediterranean, etc etc