Cradle of the Sun Guidebook
Sightseeing
レッド・ロック州立公園
4050 Red Rock Loop RdOnly one mile from our home- gentle walks near Oak Creek.
Crescent Moon Day Use Site
A beautiful spot near our home for the classic view of Cathedral Rock
Red Rock Crossing Trail
Nearby access to Oak Creek with iconic views of Cathedral Rock.
A recently discovered short climb to the top of Pyramid with beautiful views of the Oak Creek Canyon, Cathedral Rock, and other local features. The trailhead is minutes from our home.
Scorpion Trail
A recently discovered short climb to the top of Pyramid with beautiful views of the Oak Creek Canyon, Cathedral Rock, and other local features. The trailhead is minutes from our home.
A gentle nearby trail that explores the area between Lower Red Rock Loop Road and Oak Creek
Lime Kiln Trail
A gentle nearby trail that explores the area between Lower Red Rock Loop Road and Oak Creek
Approached from Lower Red Rock Loop about a mile from our home, this short but somewhat steep trail provides beautiful views of West Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon.
Schuerman Mountain Trailhead
Approached from Lower Red Rock Loop about a mile from our home, this short but somewhat steep trail provides beautiful views of West Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon.
A relatively flat trail that explores a somewhat shaded and cooler canyon floor.
For the more adventurous- don’t think Boynton is a sleeper. Those who are comfortable exploring off trail can find amazing ruins and rock features. Do not attempt if you aren’t familiar and comfortable with off trail travel!
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Boynton Canyon Trail
A relatively flat trail that explores a somewhat shaded and cooler canyon floor.
For the more adventurous- don’t think Boynton is a sleeper. Those who are comfortable exploring off trail can find amazing ruins and rock features. Do not attempt if you aren’t familiar and comfortable with off trail travel!
A personal favorite combined with the Long Canyon Trail to form a loop around Mescal Mountain, featuring fun but solid slick rock ledges and great views!
Mescal Trail
A personal favorite combined with the Long Canyon Trail to form a loop around Mescal Mountain, featuring fun but solid slick rock ledges and great views!
A personal favorite for the more adventurous- combined with Mund’s Wagon and Cow Pie Trails to give an amazing view of Oak Creek above Sedona and Mt. Wilson with exhilarating but mostly wide slick rock ledges and dramatic drops.
Hangover Trail
A personal favorite for the more adventurous- combined with Mund’s Wagon and Cow Pie Trails to give an amazing view of Oak Creek above Sedona and Mt. Wilson with exhilarating but mostly wide slick rock ledges and dramatic drops.
Probably the most challenging hike in Sedona with an elevation gain of around 1600 feet and some rough terrain up rocky gullies and across angled slick rock, but the rewards en route and from the summit are incredible views of the surroundings near Secret Canyon, as well as long views of the greater Sedona area.
Bear Mountain trail/Oski approach
Probably the most challenging hike in Sedona with an elevation gain of around 1600 feet and some rough terrain up rocky gullies and across angled slick rock, but the rewards en route and from the summit are incredible views of the surroundings near Secret Canyon, as well as long views of the greater Sedona area.
Unique riparian section of the Verde River about thirty minutes from Cradle of the Sun
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Sycamore Canyon
Unique riparian section of the Verde River about thirty minutes from Cradle of the Sun
Let us know if you’d like to go on the zipline, and we’re likely to be able to get a substantial discount for you.
Predator Zip Lines
Let us know if you’d like to go on the zipline, and we’re likely to be able to get a substantial discount for you.
A set of well-preserved dwellings located in Camp Verde, which were built and used by the Sinagua people, the historic inhabitants of the Verde Valley between approximately 1100 and 1425 AD. The main structure comprises five stories and about 45 to 60 rooms and was built over the course of three centuries.
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モンテズマキヤッスル国定公園
Montezuma Castle RoadA set of well-preserved dwellings located in Camp Verde, which were built and used by the Sinagua people, the historic inhabitants of the Verde Valley between approximately 1100 and 1425 AD. The main structure comprises five stories and about 45 to 60 rooms and was built over the course of three centuries.
A unique look at a pre-Columbian ruin built by the Sinagua people who historically inhabited the Verde Valley
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ツジグート国定公園
25 Tuzigoot RoadA unique look at a pre-Columbian ruin built by the Sinagua people who historically inhabited the Verde Valley
The site contains ruins and artifacts of the Sinagua people, who are the historic inhabitants of the Verde Valley.
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Palatki Heritage Site
Boynton Pass RoadThe site contains ruins and artifacts of the Sinagua people, who are the historic inhabitants of the Verde Valley.
Ruins of a site occupied by the Sinagua people, who are the historic inhabitants of the Verde Valley
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Honanki Heritage Site
11750 N Loy Butte RdRuins of a site occupied by the Sinagua people, who are the historic inhabitants of the Verde Valley
Cathedral Rock Trail
Take the loop that includes the Highline and Baldwin Trails.
Sugar Loaf Trailhead
2065 Buena Vista DrAn amazing view of West Sedona from a high perch near 89A.
Shopping and outdoor activity center
Canyon Outfitters
2701 Arizona 89AGood place to pick up gear and ask for local outdoor recreation advice.
The Hike House
431 AZ-179Good for outdoor gear and local trail information
Stroll the uncluttered pedestrian friendly streets of Old Town Cottonwood, visit the local shops, and enjoy the tasting rooms and restaurants.
Old Town Marketplace
Stroll the uncluttered pedestrian friendly streets of Old Town Cottonwood, visit the local shops, and enjoy the tasting rooms and restaurants.
Historic mining town turned hip artistic community- stroll the pedestrian friendly streets and visit the shops, wine tasting rooms, and restaurants.
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Jerome
Historic mining town turned hip artistic community- stroll the pedestrian friendly streets and visit the shops, wine tasting rooms, and restaurants.
Food scene
Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
700 AZ-89AGreat food in an amazing setting
Elote Cafe
350 Jordan RoadA favorite for southwestern cuisine. Know that they book weeks in advance!
The Vault Uptown
361 Forest RoadMore upscale local favorite
The Hudson
671 Arizona 179 DSlightly upscale local favorite
Unique local favorite southwest grill serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with amazing views
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Mesa Grill Sedona
1185 Airport RoadUnique local favorite southwest grill serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with amazing views
Mexican American food in a casual atmosphere with contemporary presentation and full bar
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Javelina Cantina
Mexican American food in a casual atmosphere with contemporary presentation and full bar
Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen Sedona
1855 Arizona 89AA healthy and delicious restaurant option
Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante
2321 Arizona 89AGreat Italian cuisine
Fresh & Natural Thai Kitchen
1439 West State Route 89AA healthy and delicious restaurant option
Causal restaurant with healthy variety and beautiful outdoor space.
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Pump House Station Urban Eatery and Market
313 AZ-179Causal restaurant with healthy variety and beautiful outdoor space.
Coffee Pot Restaurant
2050 Arizona 89AClassic local breakfast place
Causal dining in a quiet riparian outdoor setting by Oak Creek
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Up the Creek Bistro Wine Bar
1975 N Page Springs RdCausal dining in a quiet riparian outdoor setting by Oak Creek
Visit The Asylum at The Grand Hotel in Jerome for amazing views with lunch and a drink.
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Jerome Grand Hotel
200 Hill StreetVisit The Asylum at The Grand Hotel in Jerome for amazing views with lunch and a drink.
Tantrum Wines
918 North Main StreetRelaxing tasting room with great Arizona wines frequently featuring live music
Moondog's Pizza & Dinner
2490 AZ-89ABest approximation of NY style pie
Take a walk along the creek near the hatchery and visit the local wineries for a flight and a bite.
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ページ・スプリングス・セラーズ
1500 North Page Springs RoadTake a walk along the creek near the hatchery and visit the local wineries for a flight and a bite.
Visit the restaurant for good food in an incredible setting. Availability may be limited due to the pandemic, as they have recently only allowed resort guests. Call ahead to check.
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Enchantment Resort
525 Boynton Canyon RoadVisit the restaurant for good food in an incredible setting. Availability may be limited due to the pandemic, as they have recently only allowed resort guests. Call ahead to check.
ハバリーナ・リープ・バインヤード, ワイナリー & ビストロ
1565 North Page Springs RoadFun place for live music and libations!
Feeling like some nightlife? This is a good bet for drinks, music, dancing, and friendly people.
Mooney's Irish Pub
671 Arizona 179