The drive from Sedona to the Grand Canyon takes about two hours if you go straight there, making it perfect for a day trip. That being said, you might find yourself taking longer since there are so many beautiful places to stop along the way. If you don’t mind adding about 15 minutes to your […]
Unfortunately, you can’t hike down to the bottom of Horseshoe Bend from the overlook. The cliffs are too steep and there’s no way to safely make your way down to the Colorado River at the bottom of the canyon. However, you can experience the curve from the bottom if you travel along the river itself. […]
While Sedona isn’t as warm as Phoenix, it’s still in the middle of the desert, so you should be prepared for some heat. In the winter, Sedona experiences mild weather, typically reaching the 50s during the day and getting down to the 30s at night. If you’re not a warm-weather person, we’d recommend visiting either […]
The best way to spend a day in Sedona, Arizona, will depend on what you’re interested in. There are lots of things to do in the city and sadly you can’t do them all in a single day. Most people come to Sedona for the scenery and to do some hiking. The red rock canyons […]
The Grand Canyon is one of the most unique and beautiful sights in the world and is only a two-hour drive away from Sedona, Arizona. If you find yourself in the Sedona area and you’re considering a day trip to the Grand Canyon, we highly recommend going, especially if you’ve never seen it before. At […]
If you asked most people to describe the coolest thing about Sedona, Arizona, they’d probably point to the striking red rock formations surrounding the city. There are a ton of wonderful places to hike and camp in the desert around Sedona, including deep canyons, towering mesas, and everything in between. One particular highlight is Red […]
We’d recommend visiting Sedona, AZ in the spring, between March and May. Arizona gets pretty hot during the summer, but the springtime weather features temperatures between the mid-60s and the low 80s with little to no humidity. Spring is also when the desert flowers bloom, so the area’s distinctive red rocks are lit up with […]
In general, we’d recommend taking the short hike out to Horseshoe Bend in the morning or at midday. Around noon is nice because the sun shines directly down into the canyon, illuminating the whole thing nicely. However, if you’re worried about crowds, the morning is probably a better option. If you arrive early enough, you’ll […]
Horseshoe Bend, AZ is open to any member of the public from sunrise until sunset every day. There is a short trail leading to the overlook, about 10 or 15 minutes, but it’s paved and very easy for even the least athletic hiker. That’s part of what makes Horseshoe Bend so popular as a tourist […]
Sedona, AZ is considered by many to be a place with very powerful healing energy. Sometimes called a “cathedral without walls,” the area attracts fans of the metaphysical from all over the globe. The keys to Sedona’s energy are its “spiritual vortices,” wellsprings of powerful positive energy that can cleanse and bolster the spirit. Sedona […]
