I'm going on a 2 week trip to Sedona. I'm into archaeological, historical and spiritual sites.
2006-08-13 02:00:41 · 4 answers · asked by the answer 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Other - United States
Although Sedona is nice, I hope you are planning on getting out of the Sedona-Oak Creek area a bit while you are here. There is much more to AZ.
Here are some of my favorite prehistoric/historic/spiritual/natural spots in central Arizona (other than Sedona itself - which I assume you know about).
Jerome - Historic copper mining town on the steep slopes of Mingus Mountain. Many interesting old historic building on winding streets with beautiful views of the Verde Valley. Now an arts community with many galleries and small cafes. Be sure to visit the Douglas Mansion museum.
Slide Rock - Popular place to hang out along Oak Creek because the stream has worn a little trough that you can ride down like a natural water slide. Can be crowded. Only fun to slide when weather is hot. Along 89 north of Sedona.
West Fork of Oak Creek - One of the best hikes in Arizona. Goes through a narrow dramatic canyon with lush vegitation and running water (you will be walking in the stream much of the way). Along 89 toward Flagstaff (before you head out of the canyon).
Red Rock Crossing State Park - Where the 'famous' shot of the buttes overlooking Oak Creek was taken. Pretty spot with some nice swimming/splashing holes in summer. Southwest of Sedona.
Boynton Canyon - Probably the most popular of the many day hikes in the Sedona area. Goes up a pretty canyon with impressive views of the red rocks. Near the Enchantment Resert in the Red Rock - Secret Mountain Wilderness just west of Sedona.
Chapel of the Holy Cross - Famous and much-photographed church built into the red rocks just south of Sedona.
Vortexs and Energy Centers - Many New Age practitioners believe the Sedona area is the site of numerous 'vortexes' where spiritual energy from the universe is focused. Most are associated with natural areas (canyons, mountains), but some are also on private property or associated with buildings (like the Chapel of the Holy Cross). Some of the better known Sedona vortexes are Airport Mesa, Boynton Canyon, Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock (see book below).
Montezuma's Castle National Monument - Very impressive Sinagua cliff dwelling dating to the 1000-1200 AD period. Along I-17 north of Camp Verde.
Montezuma's Well - Limestone sink hole with a small pond (forming a little hidden lake). Old indian ruins too. Right next to pretty stretch of the Verde River. Near Montezuma's Castle.
Fort Verde State Historic Park - Old military post from the Indian War days. Many old buildings and interesting displays (near small town of Camp Verde).
Tuzigoot National Monument - A large prehistoric hilltop pueblo ruin (same people and period as Montezumas castle) along a pretty stretch of the Verde River.
Flagstaff - Historic lumber and railroad town with a nice restored downtown historic district of cafes and art galleries. The Museum of Northern Arizona, Riordan Mansion State Historic Park and Lowell Observatory (where planet Pluto was discovered) are worth visiting. About an hour north of Sedona.
Grand Canyon - If you are this close, it would probably be worth the 2.5 hour drive from Sedona. One of the Seven Wonders of the World for a reason.
Prescott - Old mining camp in Bradshaw Mountains about 1.5 hours south of Sedona. Many old buildings with antique shops and a pleasant old fashion courthouse square.
Arcosanti - Architecture 'experimental' community along I-17 near Cordes Junction (turn-off to Prescott). Designed by Paolo Soleri as a town that lives in harmony with its natural surroundings.
Shrine of Saint Joseph at Yarnell - Series of concrete folk art statues depicting the last days of Christ set in a pretty area of rocks and trees near the small town of Yarnell south of Prescott. They were built a WWI veteran who was inspired by a vision he saw on the battlefield.
2006-08-13 06:24:53 · answer #1 · answered by sascoaz 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
seek for Devils Bridge. it truly is a a million a million/2 mile (undemanding/average) hike that takes you as a lot as a organic bridge and all you spot is bushes and red rock! Soooo desirable. I hike there everytime i bypass. also look at the horse back driving. you could many times bypass on a three hour journey for $60. red Jeep excursions are relaxing too. also, Slide Rock. nice position to sit back off and picnic. do not ignore to visit Hemp -n- Hog. they have a funky little keep & you could lease Harley's there :) have relaxing!!! I miss Sedona. i'm back in upstate long island and have not been there in 5 years :( i'd be there in July besides the undeniable fact that!!!!
2016-11-24 22:52:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out their tourism site, it's great. You could also email their chamber of commerce for any ideas. Good luck and have fun!
http://www.arizonaguide.com/
2006-08-13 02:03:57 · answer #3 · answered by ctryhnny04 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to
www.fodors.com
www.frommers.com
they are the experts.
www.lonelyplanet.com is good too.
2006-08-13 02:06:43 · answer #4 · answered by Miranda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋